Stained glass facades give the building a modern appeal and lightness. Today, they are used not only in public buildings, they are also found in cottages, loggias and balconies. But let's go into details now.
Facade stained glass has a very rich look, because of which they seem to be something inaccessible and impermissible for the average inhabitants, although it is not quite true. The use of simplified installation technology, in conjunction with a variety of technical advantages, makes their installation economically more profitable than many other glazing systems.
ADVANTAGES OF STAINED GLASS FACADES
1. Completely transparent and aesthetic:
This makes the building from outside more light and aerial for visual perception, as well as allows you to watch the unsurpassed play of solar blinks.
From inside, this also guarantees a beautiful panoramic view of the surroundings and plenty of daylight.
2. Safe and easy installation. The installation of stained glass is conducted from inside the building or balcony coverings, eliminating the need to use special equipment, facilitating the process and reducing the risks associated with carrying out works at height.
3. Resistance to low temperatures. Intensely cold weather does not produce destructive processes.
4. Low thermal conductivity and high noise insulation. Fostering the creation of comfort and privacy inside the room.
5. Incombustibility. Fire safety instructions are kept at the highest level.
6. Possibility of aperture glazing of all shapes and sizes.
7. Perfect combination with any decorative facade elements.
8. Easy replacement of the damaged section. In some cases you can replace it yourself.
9. Security and high speed of the installation. Installation of stained glass is conducted from inside the building or balcony coverings, eliminating the need to use special equipment, facilitating the process and reducing the risks associated with carrying out works at height.
10. Affordable price.
TYPES OF STAINED GLASS
Stained-glass facades have multiple glazing systems:
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Name
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Description
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Post-transom
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The most
common, reliable and cost-effective system, great in any inclined plane. In
this case the bearing frame is formed with vertical supports and horizontal transoms
fixed to it. The glass pack is clamped between the construction and the outer
profile with rubber compressors. Clamping elements are decorated with special
caps of various shapes and colors.
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Semi-closed post-transom
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This version
differs from the previous one only with the glass pack being fixed with
special clampings looking like straps.
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Structural
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The glass
is attached to the frame with a special high-strength pressurizer using point
method. As a result, a complete glass facade covering is formed from the
outer side, giving an ultramodern appearance to the structure.
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Semi-structural
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Unique cover
strips are used as fasteners .
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Spider
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Very
expensive and hardly-conducted system. It is considered to be elite and used
in designing prestigious buildings. The glass pack is fixed with
"spiders", which are special durable stainless steel brackets and look
like spiders.
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Tip: When choosing the installation technology, consider the features of your building and your financial opportunities. This will allow you to avoid excessive and unwarranted costs.
In addition to selection of suitable glazing systems, you will also have to choose the glass out of the following variants:
1. Tinted - hiding the room out of the sight of curious eyes, keeping a panoramic view from the inside
2. Triplex - possessing high-strength and noise insulation. Structural scheme of triplex glass
3. Self - cleaning-no need for permanent care.
4. Armoured - for rooms with increased safety requirements.
5. Art- perfectly decorating the windows of shops, cafes and beauty salons.
CONCLUSION
Designing facades with stained glass is a step into modernity. A complete glass covering looks impressive and aesthetically pleasing. The applied glazing system allow you to create reliable and durable design, despite its seeming fragility.
