Panoramic windows with all the structural complexity are considered one of the best options for the design of a private house. Glass buildings look favorably against the background of other buildings, and even better - surrounded by rich vegetation. The desired design option must be taken into account at the design stage of the structure. Windows will not necessarily be monotonous and straightforward. In the window system, you can "include" several smooth lines, for example, arched elements, as well as zigzags and curves. The owners of "transparent" houses outside the urban areas experienced the quality of life in a space saturated with natural light. There are more pros than cons. The choice of materials, the configuration of panoramic windows includes many nuances about the appropriateness and cost-effectiveness of structures. In this case, the advice of architects and design specialists will be useful.
Houses with panoramic windows look modern and stylish. However, the main feature is the receipt of more sunlight in comparison with designs with standard openings. Usually part of the windows is made panoramic. Most often, living rooms are glazed like this. This option is also used for arranging gated terraces and verandas. Glazing to the floor provides a beautiful panoramic view. In multi-unit buildings, floor windows are only made on balconies and loggias, much less often elsewhere. Glazing of the entire horizontal space requires meticulous calculations and competent design solutions. Strong vertical supports for walls and roofs are required. Standard finished house designs rarely contain the necessary calculations. A large amount will be required to design, manufacture and install.
Other important features:
Panoramic windows are made of solid glass or parts separated by imposts.
In buildings, it is necessary to equip additional heating methods.
Panoramic glazing is best planned on the south side of the house.
Advantages and disadvantages of panoramic glazing
Beautiful views from the outside and inside, good natural light are the key advantages of panoramic windows.But these pluses create some negative aspects. All movements around the house will be visible to outsiders. Correct this situation can one-sided transparent windows or simpler options - blinds, curtains, curtains. All this is an additional cost.
The thermal conductivity of one glass is higher than the walls, so in cold regions you will need windows with three glasses and two cameras. Panoramic windows are made of high strength materials and withstand and distribute the load well. If desired, the outside and outside of the glass are coated with protective layers to prevent the formation of scratches. Large windows are washed for a long time, however they are covered with defects less often than walls. In summer, window openings will have to be kept closed from the scorching sun for many hours a day. In winter, you will need to regularly clean the icing.
Where panoramic windows are used
Large private houses, cottages are finished with panoramic windows. This performance looks especially good in the forests and in the spacious glades. Panoramic window systems are used to decorate the facades of hotels, large office and shopping centers. They are also used in hospitals, where patients need to receive a lot of direct sunlight. This glazing method can be found on the facades of many conference centers, avant-garde art buildings. It is actively used in countries with a small number of sunny days per year. That is why panoramic glazing is so popular in the Scandinavian region, in particular in Finland. Another traditional place of use is the penthouses of elite apartment buildings, especially high-rise ones. And in general, any premises on the upper floors of buildings of public importance.
Other places where panoramic windows can be applied:
winter gardens;
greenhouses;
terraces;
open walls of pools;
halls and halls;
large bay windows.
Panorama Window Requirements
Double-glazed windows should have a size within 300 × 320 cm, and the distance between them in the structure should not exceed 2.5 cm. If you choose the width between the layers more than the above value, a significant temperature difference in mid-autumn or spring can cause expansion or contraction of the air gap . Sooner or later, this will lead to depressurization or even to a violation of the integrity of the glass. Subsequently, gaps will appear next to the seal. Profile for panoramic window systems, you need to choose the most durable, calculated on the weight of large windows. Incorrect calculation will affect the durability of the structure. Profiles for this type of window are made in compliance with a number of standards. The possibility of reinforcement is the first criterion. The availability of options for installing a double-glazed unit with a total thickness of more than 5 cm is the second.
In a temperate climate zone, the most important nuance is the quality of thermal insulation.
Climatic comfort and heating costs
Completely deaf panoramic designs are inconvenient in the summer. The opening options, in turn, improve the ergonomics of the building, and in the summer they allow you to keep the inside temperature within normal limits. The second type is more preferable for the winter period. No matter how dense the design of panoramic windows, protection from the cold, equivalent to the presence of thick walls, it can not give. There are many options for solving the situation: some are affordable, and some require significant costs. The most common means are long-wave heaters, warm plinths, warm water floors, infrared and cable heated floors, convector heating. Insulated floors will cost the most. Operating costs will not be so significant, but you will have to spend a lot on installation. Depending on the type, the role of heating will be performed by pipes with water, special films or heating cables.The most costly films with a graphite field.
Varieties and options for panoramic glazing
Windows installed on the entire height of the floor, in their meaning, correspond to door systems. They can be opened according to the principle of swing, sliding and other types of doors. Like door structures, panoramic windows are often decorated with transoms with dormers. When decorating the corner parts of the room, several options for joining sections appear at once. With bay windows, the situation is more complicated, since a complex calculation of the joint angle is necessary. The easiest to install are straight-line systems. Only they are suitable for placement of shutters in a folding or sliding configuration. Standard direct systems are suitable for installing swing doors and hinged windows. Blind glasses are installed on floors starting from the second and higher. Closed structures are additionally equipped with 1-3 folding sections.
This option of panoramic glazing is used relatively rarely. Bay window finishing involves the creation of a sectional structure. The installation angle of the double-glazed windows is selected depending on the distance between the boundary of the wall and the outer ledge of the bay window, as well as on the radius of the protruding element. The installation of frames and accessories when decorating a balcony or loggia is more difficult than with a conventional corner installation. Combine window elements with special connectors. It can be a plastic pipe or a round connecting piece. Special sliding and flexible structural elements are used, for example, with a semicircular bay window shape. Of great importance is the configuration. The demolition of some insignificant in terms of the bearing function of the supports may be necessary. In the case of balconies, at least two sections are installed over the entire height.
Corner glazing
This type of design allows you to create a 270-degree viewing angle, which is impossible for classic and bay windows. The method is simpler than the balcony, but more complicated than the “deaf” version of glazing, combines the features of both. Based on the principle of composition, there are several types of installation. A transparent corner is the most aesthetic of them. In this case, the glass is adjacent to each other, and the resulting seam is closed with a transparent sealant. If the installation is carried out with a "transparent angle", then the profiles should be selected with reinforced indicators of impact resistance. Special profile systems are not needed when implementing the second method. The edges of the two frames will act as a corner joint. The simplest method is usually non-alternative. An angular column or a significant section of the wall in the corner of the room is used as a delimiter of two double-glazed windows.
"Deaf" glazing
One of the commonly used methods of the classic version of glazing. All parts of the overall structure in this case are large, and their location completely coincides with the wall. The window system itself is arranged with a “deaf” configuration, that is, sections do not open in either direction. This is the easiest and cheapest installation method, perfectly proven in ordinary country houses. However, external window cleaning in this case is carried out only with special devices or cleaning companies. Deaf panoramic windows are placed in any area of the building, except for the entrance to the house itself, as well as exits to the terrace, balcony, etc. Closed panoramic systems are usually done without horizontal frames. However, the version with a transom and many small folding sections proved to be quite good. Thus, it is possible to organize high-quality ventilation of the room.
Panoramic glazing with swing doors
Such a pattern of windows is suitable for organizing an entrance to a balcony, terrace or veranda. The most convenient are bivalve models without an impost.If there is only one leaf, then all the fittings will have to be on it, and for the double-leaf “version”, shtulp fittings on both wings should be used. For a panoramic design, the increase in cost due to the use of two sections will not be of particular importance. In addition, in large rooms there are usually many large-sized objects that sometimes need to be moved from place to place. The advantage of swing structures is the low load on the fittings. It is very likely that doors of this configuration will last longer than sliding or folding window sashes. With a double-leaf construction, it is better to fix an unused canvas only at the bottom. In an apartment, panoramic glazing on balconies requires permits to expand the opening.
Sliding glazing
Sliding structures are of two main types:
With lifting and sliding opening.
With parallel-sliding.
In the first version, the sash rises several millimeters and moves to the side. Special hinges will provide noiselessness and ease of movement of weighty sections. All manipulations will be performed with just one pen. The number of window elements is selected from four, sometimes less. Deaf may be present in the system along with the movable sections. The profile is made insulating or cold. With sliding glazing, the window sashes also move along the guide rails. The difference is that there is no upward shift. Due to this, the roller elements can be used both on the floor and on the ceiling. The window mechanism is assembled from no more than four free leaves. The smoothness of the stroke is ensured by a brush seal, which enhances the action of the main seal and at the same time protects it.
Folding glazing mechanism
Such a panoramic design consists of successively connected opening flaps, which occupy the entire passage in a diluted position.One / two extreme or both central sections are made rotary and, accordingly, input. When fully folded, the structure occupies less than a third of the opening. For the summer, this is a way to ventilate an entire floor. For convenient operation, it should be limited to 7 wings and 6 meters per opening. The gimbal can be located both above and below. The design with the upper placement of the suspension does not need a large threshold, the floor under the wings can generally be even. The closed handle in this case is held by a special lock, because a full lock is incompatible with this design. The window system with the upper suspension can be additionally insulated and insulated in places with intersectional canopies.
Materials based on panoramic windows
Profile windows of a panoramic window are made using metals, wood of high hardness, plastic, glass composite and combined materials. As for metal substrates, stainless steel and alloys with aluminum are used here. Reinforce materials with inclusions of polyamide. In the structure of the window base, a three-layer beam can be used. It is recommended to use such a profile for panoramic windows with a frame thickness of 8 cm. Plastic and PVC are the most popular materials. They are strengthened by hollow metal elements. It turns out an economical and durable option. Some window bases are formed from mixed structures, from metal and wooden components. Such combinations can provide reliable protection against adverse natural phenomena. A relatively new resistant material, glass composite, has good heat-insulating properties. However, it is expensive and not suitable for some designs.
Wooden structures
Hardwood or glued beams are used. Wood is treated with antiseptic agents that inhibit the development of the fungus.Protection against fire is provided by antipyrites. Panoramic modules use wood that is protected from moisture and warping. This is crucial for extending the life of the product. The glued beam has excellent properties: it retains its appearance for a long time, is resistant to deformation, serves almost as much as iron. Adhesive layers, however, have low breathability. Nevertheless, wood improves the climatic conditions of the building. Wooden windows, among other things, are the best option for installation on inclined surfaces. Thermal insulation properties are improved due to the use of inert gases in double-glazed windows.
A tree after repeated processing loses most of its natural qualities.
PVC constructions
PVC profiles are cheaper than wood and, unlike the latter, do not deform or rot. Moreover, the material is lighter than metals. The design of the casement windows is reinforced with special elements of 2 mm galvanized steel. One of them is rectangular, and the other is U-shaped. Power connectors are installed between sections of the panoramic system. They are also called design amplifiers. Rigidity is given to double-glazed windows by the closed metal bases and a steel plate. Oversized shutters are sealed with an increase in locking points. Frames are reinforced with additional gaskets for movable wings. It is recommended to select the fittings with closed hinges so as not to interrupt the insulation surface. PVC windows should be used together with blockers - the operational period will then correspond to the declared indicator.
Aluminum frames in the manufacture of panoramic windows
This material does not burn and can last up to 80 years. There are “warm” modifications of products for residential premises and “cold” for technical ones. Aluminum frames are operated with single and double chamber sashes.The choice of shape is almost unlimited, because with high strength aluminum has plastic qualities. The configuration is domed, semicircular, curved. A warm profile 5-6 cm wide contains at least one polyamide fiber thermal bridge. The part itself is a thermal break closed in the profile. In an improved modification, it is a sectional element with air chambers. The part is finished with polyurethane, and the compartments on either side of the thermal break are made with weak heat conductors. Due to this, convective heat transfer is kept at the lowest possible level.
Metal profiles
They are known primarily for their strength and structural resilience. Among all the options, the welded base gives maximum rigidity to the structures. Thermal break in mechanical frames allows for use in heated rooms. The material is best combined with armored glass. There are also special moisture-resistant modifications of metals to simplify window maintenance. Bronze and satin steel, in turn, are suitable for installation in luxury real estate. The metal panoramic windows should be noted higher compatibility with the exterior compared to other materials. And in which case decorative overlays will provide a harmonious look with wooden and other types of facades. Some models of frames are designed to use thick glass in order to enhance sound insulation.
Window care
Since the size of the window system is measured in many square meters, then it should be looked after in a timely and efficient manner. Each area should be washed at least twice a year. There is a certain difficulty in cleaning glasses at high altitude. It is difficult to do from the outside, so it is better to seek professional help from cleaning companies. In-house cleaning is difficult if condensation and rainwater form on the white surface.The inside is simpler - it is washed with ordinary detergents. You need to remove the foam with water, after which the glass is treated with a wiper. A window mop should be purchased so that chairs are not used during washing. In winter, heating appliances are installed at the bottom of the windows. Underfloor radiators are also used, which are often connected to the heating system. Since the windows will fog up, additional care will be required.
Professional Tips for Choosing Panoramic Windows
Glazing with large windows requires many factors to be considered. As a material for double-glazed windows of panoramic windows, tempered glass should be chosen. It is made not only durable, but also protected with a special film. In case of integrity violation, it will hold the glass fragments together. Before choosing and installing it is recommended to take into account the height of the building above sea level and geographical location - in order to calculate the load from pressure and wind. Climatic features of the territory are also an important aspect. The area may be characterized by frequent rains or snowfalls. For the metal profile, such indicators as moisture resistance and sound insulation are of fundamental importance. In cold regions, energy efficiency should be considered among them. The panoramic design has a large size, so the glazing should be resistant to dynamic and static loads.
Based on the situation on the market, there are 4 main categories of window structures:
PVC windows.
Wooden.
Steel.
Aluminum.
When buying, priority should be given to impact-resistant structures.
Conclusion
Engineering technology provides the market with increasingly reliable window systems. Therefore, modern panoramic designs are of high quality and efficiency in use. Consumers have a wide choice: from materials of execution to external decor.You can decorate with panoramic windows almost any suburban facade. The result is usually worth the investment: the finished home will receive a lot of light, and the interior will be brightly combined with the external environment. Measurements, calculations and installation of panoramic windows - an occupation only for experienced craftsmen. The design itself is a combination of the owner’s personal wishes and technical capabilities. Of the materials most commonly used are polyvinyl chloride, wood, steel and aluminum. Large structures are made deaf, sliding, folding, etc. Cleaning companies will help in the care of large surfaces. Special attention should be paid to the organization of heating.
Panoramic windows with all the structural complexity are considered one of the best options for the design of a private house. Glass buildings look favorably against the background of other buildings, and even better - surrounded by rich vegetation. The desired design option must be taken into account at the design stage of the structure. Windows will not necessarily be monotonous and straightforward. In the window system, you can "include" several smooth lines, for example, arched elements, as well as zigzags and curves. The owners of "transparent" houses outside the urban areas experienced the quality of life in a space saturated with natural light. There are more pros than cons. The choice of materials, the configuration of panoramic windows includes many nuances about the appropriateness and cost-effectiveness of structures. In this case, the advice of architects and design specialists will be useful.
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Features of houses with floor windows
Houses with panoramic windows look modern and stylish. However, the main feature is the receipt of more sunlight in comparison with designs with standard openings. Usually part of the windows is made panoramic. Most often, living rooms are glazed like this. This option is also used for arranging gated terraces and verandas. Glazing to the floor provides a beautiful panoramic view. In multi-unit buildings, floor windows are only made on balconies and loggias, much less often elsewhere. Glazing of the entire horizontal space requires meticulous calculations and competent design solutions. Strong vertical supports for walls and roofs are required. Standard finished house designs rarely contain the necessary calculations. A large amount will be required to design, manufacture and install.
Other important features:
Advantages and disadvantages of panoramic glazing
Beautiful views from the outside and inside, good natural light are the key advantages of panoramic windows.But these pluses create some negative aspects. All movements around the house will be visible to outsiders. Correct this situation can one-sided transparent windows or simpler options - blinds, curtains, curtains. All this is an additional cost.
The thermal conductivity of one glass is higher than the walls, so in cold regions you will need windows with three glasses and two cameras. Panoramic windows are made of high strength materials and withstand and distribute the load well. If desired, the outside and outside of the glass are coated with protective layers to prevent the formation of scratches. Large windows are washed for a long time, however they are covered with defects less often than walls. In summer, window openings will have to be kept closed from the scorching sun for many hours a day. In winter, you will need to regularly clean the icing.
Where panoramic windows are used
Large private houses, cottages are finished with panoramic windows. This performance looks especially good in the forests and in the spacious glades. Panoramic window systems are used to decorate the facades of hotels, large office and shopping centers. They are also used in hospitals, where patients need to receive a lot of direct sunlight. This glazing method can be found on the facades of many conference centers, avant-garde art buildings. It is actively used in countries with a small number of sunny days per year. That is why panoramic glazing is so popular in the Scandinavian region, in particular in Finland. Another traditional place of use is the penthouses of elite apartment buildings, especially high-rise ones. And in general, any premises on the upper floors of buildings of public importance.
Other places where panoramic windows can be applied:
Panorama Window Requirements
Double-glazed windows should have a size within 300 × 320 cm, and the distance between them in the structure should not exceed 2.5 cm. If you choose the width between the layers more than the above value, a significant temperature difference in mid-autumn or spring can cause expansion or contraction of the air gap . Sooner or later, this will lead to depressurization or even to a violation of the integrity of the glass. Subsequently, gaps will appear next to the seal. Profile for panoramic window systems, you need to choose the most durable, calculated on the weight of large windows. Incorrect calculation will affect the durability of the structure. Profiles for this type of window are made in compliance with a number of standards. The possibility of reinforcement is the first criterion. The availability of options for installing a double-glazed unit with a total thickness of more than 5 cm is the second.
Climatic comfort and heating costs
Completely deaf panoramic designs are inconvenient in the summer. The opening options, in turn, improve the ergonomics of the building, and in the summer they allow you to keep the inside temperature within normal limits. The second type is more preferable for the winter period. No matter how dense the design of panoramic windows, protection from the cold, equivalent to the presence of thick walls, it can not give. There are many options for solving the situation: some are affordable, and some require significant costs. The most common means are long-wave heaters, warm plinths, warm water floors, infrared and cable heated floors, convector heating. Insulated floors will cost the most. Operating costs will not be so significant, but you will have to spend a lot on installation. Depending on the type, the role of heating will be performed by pipes with water, special films or heating cables.The most costly films with a graphite field.
Varieties and options for panoramic glazing
Windows installed on the entire height of the floor, in their meaning, correspond to door systems. They can be opened according to the principle of swing, sliding and other types of doors. Like door structures, panoramic windows are often decorated with transoms with dormers. When decorating the corner parts of the room, several options for joining sections appear at once. With bay windows, the situation is more complicated, since a complex calculation of the joint angle is necessary. The easiest to install are straight-line systems. Only they are suitable for placement of shutters in a folding or sliding configuration. Standard direct systems are suitable for installing swing doors and hinged windows. Blind glasses are installed on floors starting from the second and higher. Closed structures are additionally equipped with 1-3 folding sections.
There are three main types of glazing:
Bay window decoration
This option of panoramic glazing is used relatively rarely. Bay window finishing involves the creation of a sectional structure. The installation angle of the double-glazed windows is selected depending on the distance between the boundary of the wall and the outer ledge of the bay window, as well as on the radius of the protruding element. The installation of frames and accessories when decorating a balcony or loggia is more difficult than with a conventional corner installation. Combine window elements with special connectors. It can be a plastic pipe or a round connecting piece. Special sliding and flexible structural elements are used, for example, with a semicircular bay window shape. Of great importance is the configuration. The demolition of some insignificant in terms of the bearing function of the supports may be necessary. In the case of balconies, at least two sections are installed over the entire height.
Corner glazing
This type of design allows you to create a 270-degree viewing angle, which is impossible for classic and bay windows. The method is simpler than the balcony, but more complicated than the “deaf” version of glazing, combines the features of both. Based on the principle of composition, there are several types of installation. A transparent corner is the most aesthetic of them. In this case, the glass is adjacent to each other, and the resulting seam is closed with a transparent sealant. If the installation is carried out with a "transparent angle", then the profiles should be selected with reinforced indicators of impact resistance. Special profile systems are not needed when implementing the second method. The edges of the two frames will act as a corner joint. The simplest method is usually non-alternative. An angular column or a significant section of the wall in the corner of the room is used as a delimiter of two double-glazed windows.
"Deaf" glazing
One of the commonly used methods of the classic version of glazing. All parts of the overall structure in this case are large, and their location completely coincides with the wall. The window system itself is arranged with a “deaf” configuration, that is, sections do not open in either direction. This is the easiest and cheapest installation method, perfectly proven in ordinary country houses. However, external window cleaning in this case is carried out only with special devices or cleaning companies. Deaf panoramic windows are placed in any area of the building, except for the entrance to the house itself, as well as exits to the terrace, balcony, etc. Closed panoramic systems are usually done without horizontal frames. However, the version with a transom and many small folding sections proved to be quite good. Thus, it is possible to organize high-quality ventilation of the room.
Panoramic glazing with swing doors
Such a pattern of windows is suitable for organizing an entrance to a balcony, terrace or veranda. The most convenient are bivalve models without an impost.If there is only one leaf, then all the fittings will have to be on it, and for the double-leaf “version”, shtulp fittings on both wings should be used. For a panoramic design, the increase in cost due to the use of two sections will not be of particular importance. In addition, in large rooms there are usually many large-sized objects that sometimes need to be moved from place to place. The advantage of swing structures is the low load on the fittings. It is very likely that doors of this configuration will last longer than sliding or folding window sashes. With a double-leaf construction, it is better to fix an unused canvas only at the bottom. In an apartment, panoramic glazing on balconies requires permits to expand the opening.
Sliding glazing
Sliding structures are of two main types:
In the first version, the sash rises several millimeters and moves to the side. Special hinges will provide noiselessness and ease of movement of weighty sections. All manipulations will be performed with just one pen. The number of window elements is selected from four, sometimes less. Deaf may be present in the system along with the movable sections. The profile is made insulating or cold. With sliding glazing, the window sashes also move along the guide rails. The difference is that there is no upward shift. Due to this, the roller elements can be used both on the floor and on the ceiling. The window mechanism is assembled from no more than four free leaves. The smoothness of the stroke is ensured by a brush seal, which enhances the action of the main seal and at the same time protects it.
Folding glazing mechanism
Such a panoramic design consists of successively connected opening flaps, which occupy the entire passage in a diluted position.One / two extreme or both central sections are made rotary and, accordingly, input. When fully folded, the structure occupies less than a third of the opening. For the summer, this is a way to ventilate an entire floor. For convenient operation, it should be limited to 7 wings and 6 meters per opening. The gimbal can be located both above and below. The design with the upper placement of the suspension does not need a large threshold, the floor under the wings can generally be even. The closed handle in this case is held by a special lock, because a full lock is incompatible with this design. The window system with the upper suspension can be additionally insulated and insulated in places with intersectional canopies.
Materials based on panoramic windows
Profile windows of a panoramic window are made using metals, wood of high hardness, plastic, glass composite and combined materials. As for metal substrates, stainless steel and alloys with aluminum are used here. Reinforce materials with inclusions of polyamide. In the structure of the window base, a three-layer beam can be used. It is recommended to use such a profile for panoramic windows with a frame thickness of 8 cm. Plastic and PVC are the most popular materials. They are strengthened by hollow metal elements. It turns out an economical and durable option. Some window bases are formed from mixed structures, from metal and wooden components. Such combinations can provide reliable protection against adverse natural phenomena. A relatively new resistant material, glass composite, has good heat-insulating properties. However, it is expensive and not suitable for some designs.
Wooden structures
Hardwood or glued beams are used. Wood is treated with antiseptic agents that inhibit the development of the fungus.Protection against fire is provided by antipyrites. Panoramic modules use wood that is protected from moisture and warping. This is crucial for extending the life of the product. The glued beam has excellent properties: it retains its appearance for a long time, is resistant to deformation, serves almost as much as iron. Adhesive layers, however, have low breathability. Nevertheless, wood improves the climatic conditions of the building. Wooden windows, among other things, are the best option for installation on inclined surfaces. Thermal insulation properties are improved due to the use of inert gases in double-glazed windows.
PVC constructions
PVC profiles are cheaper than wood and, unlike the latter, do not deform or rot. Moreover, the material is lighter than metals. The design of the casement windows is reinforced with special elements of 2 mm galvanized steel. One of them is rectangular, and the other is U-shaped. Power connectors are installed between sections of the panoramic system. They are also called design amplifiers. Rigidity is given to double-glazed windows by the closed metal bases and a steel plate. Oversized shutters are sealed with an increase in locking points. Frames are reinforced with additional gaskets for movable wings. It is recommended to select the fittings with closed hinges so as not to interrupt the insulation surface. PVC windows should be used together with blockers - the operational period will then correspond to the declared indicator.
Aluminum frames in the manufacture of panoramic windows
This material does not burn and can last up to 80 years. There are “warm” modifications of products for residential premises and “cold” for technical ones. Aluminum frames are operated with single and double chamber sashes.The choice of shape is almost unlimited, because with high strength aluminum has plastic qualities. The configuration is domed, semicircular, curved. A warm profile 5-6 cm wide contains at least one polyamide fiber thermal bridge. The part itself is a thermal break closed in the profile. In an improved modification, it is a sectional element with air chambers. The part is finished with polyurethane, and the compartments on either side of the thermal break are made with weak heat conductors. Due to this, convective heat transfer is kept at the lowest possible level.
Metal profiles
They are known primarily for their strength and structural resilience. Among all the options, the welded base gives maximum rigidity to the structures. Thermal break in mechanical frames allows for use in heated rooms. The material is best combined with armored glass. There are also special moisture-resistant modifications of metals to simplify window maintenance. Bronze and satin steel, in turn, are suitable for installation in luxury real estate. The metal panoramic windows should be noted higher compatibility with the exterior compared to other materials. And in which case decorative overlays will provide a harmonious look with wooden and other types of facades. Some models of frames are designed to use thick glass in order to enhance sound insulation.
Window care
Since the size of the window system is measured in many square meters, then it should be looked after in a timely and efficient manner. Each area should be washed at least twice a year. There is a certain difficulty in cleaning glasses at high altitude. It is difficult to do from the outside, so it is better to seek professional help from cleaning companies. In-house cleaning is difficult if condensation and rainwater form on the white surface.The inside is simpler - it is washed with ordinary detergents. You need to remove the foam with water, after which the glass is treated with a wiper. A window mop should be purchased so that chairs are not used during washing. In winter, heating appliances are installed at the bottom of the windows. Underfloor radiators are also used, which are often connected to the heating system. Since the windows will fog up, additional care will be required.
Professional Tips for Choosing Panoramic Windows
Glazing with large windows requires many factors to be considered. As a material for double-glazed windows of panoramic windows, tempered glass should be chosen. It is made not only durable, but also protected with a special film. In case of integrity violation, it will hold the glass fragments together. Before choosing and installing it is recommended to take into account the height of the building above sea level and geographical location - in order to calculate the load from pressure and wind. Climatic features of the territory are also an important aspect. The area may be characterized by frequent rains or snowfalls. For the metal profile, such indicators as moisture resistance and sound insulation are of fundamental importance. In cold regions, energy efficiency should be considered among them. The panoramic design has a large size, so the glazing should be resistant to dynamic and static loads.
Based on the situation on the market, there are 4 main categories of window structures:
Conclusion
Engineering technology provides the market with increasingly reliable window systems. Therefore, modern panoramic designs are of high quality and efficiency in use. Consumers have a wide choice: from materials of execution to external decor.You can decorate with panoramic windows almost any suburban facade. The result is usually worth the investment: the finished home will receive a lot of light, and the interior will be brightly combined with the external environment. Measurements, calculations and installation of panoramic windows - an occupation only for experienced craftsmen. The design itself is a combination of the owner’s personal wishes and technical capabilities. Of the materials most commonly used are polyvinyl chloride, wood, steel and aluminum. Large structures are made deaf, sliding, folding, etc. Cleaning companies will help in the care of large surfaces. Special attention should be paid to the organization of heating.