How warmly is in the house with panoramic glazing, is there really translucent walls as well protected from thieves and hacking, like stone? Together with Alutech experts, we collected popular misconceptions about the panoramic glazing and promoted them.
What are lifting-sliding structures? These are panoramic windows in the whole wall, whose sash is moved and do not occupy an inner space. With their help, you can make a facade, make the inner partitions or equip the exit to the terrace in the country house. There are many myths about the operational characteristics of these structures. Today we decided to debunk them.
1 Myth: Panoramic wall glazing worsens the thermal insulation of the house
Many still believe that windows in the floor and glass walls in country cottages reduce energy efficiency and require more costs for housing heating.How really?
Glass walls do not make thermal insulation worse if high-quality combined aluminum profiles are used and the filling of translucent structures is installed. For example, the lifting and sliding structures of Alt SL160 from "Alutes" provide high thermal insulation rates due to inserts from the foamed material. In addition, thermal insulation can be improved if you use a two-chamber double-glazed window - its thickness up to 54 mm. Alt SL160 sliding structures also have additional impact protection - special sealing elements and polyamide thermal systems Anti Bi-Metal. Due to the installation of thermal sash, the effects of different temperatures on the profile are compensated.
And a little more about energy efficiency. Through the panoramic windows into the house penetrates much more natural light, and this saves on artificial lighting and, as a result, on utility bills.
2 Myth: Panoramic windows and walls do not protect against street noise
Another common misconception - glass walls worsen sound insulation.How really?
Glass wall instead of the usual brick or foam blocks - does not mean worsening sound insulation. Opening flaps make shoved, the deaf sash also do not miss street noise. After all, in the design of the Alt SL160 system, special sealing and preliminary elements are used, which increase the sound insulation.
3 Myth: Panoramic windows are deprived of the facade of the country house of uniqueness
Glass walls leave much less space for the implementation of architectural ideas and creative ideas, unlike traditional facades.How really?
Panoramic glazing of walls looks stylish and modern. Alt SL160 profiles can be painted in various colors for a harmonious combination with other elements of the exterior. In addition, at the request of the client, the selection of individual fittings is possible - due to the special geometry and size of the fitness groove.
4 myth: the glazing of the walls deprives their strength, thieves can easily penetrate into the house
Another concern - glass walls are easy to smash, which means it can easily penetrate outsider.How really?
Despite the external fragility, panoramic structures are strong enough. For example, the Alt SL160 system corresponds to the second burglary-resistance class. This means that the lifting-sliding design is a durable frame, impossible to spin sash, and special accessories will not allow driving the castle.
5 Myth: Heavy Sashes is difficult to open and close
Aluminum profiles and durable glass have an impressive weight, only an adult man is divided into force.How really?
Yes, the design of the Alt SL160 system can weigh 440 kg. But even a child will cope with even the child to open and close the sash. The reason is in modern fittings. The Alt SL160 flaps are easily moved - it is enough to click on the handle with a little effort. And the smooth sliding of the sash provides a reliable guide tire.
6 Myth: Panoramic Design will not last long
Of course, the stereotype is played again - the glass is not the most durable material, profiles are subject to corrosion, and under constant influence of atmospheric precipitation they will soon require substitutions.How really?
The lifting and sliding structures of Alt SL160 are resistant to corrosion and exposure to direct sunlight. And this means that they will serve for a long time, while maintaining aesthetic appearance.
7 Myth: Panoramic glazing is not suitable for every house.
Some owners believe that panoramic windows have standard sizes and, for example, for country houses with high ceilings, they will not fit.How really?
With the help of lifting and sliding structures, you can visually combine the living room and the terrace. In addition, they can replace the deaf walls. The maximum structure of the ALT SL160 is 3.4 in height and 9 m wide.
8 Myth: Glass windows in the floor - no privacy
And this means - not to hide from the curious views of the neighbors and simple passersby.How really?
Solutions of privacy problem are several. The first and pretty banal - curtains. Second and original - rolling grilles. For example, "Alutech" have constructions from small perforation profiles that are ideal for installation in residential buildings. They will protect against curious views and improve protection against hackers. Moreover, due to perforations, the optimal amount of natural light will penetrate into the house.
