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Insulated Glass Vistatherm Insulated glass is a multi-glass combination consisting of two or more panes enclosing a sealed air space. The most important function of insulation glass is to reduce thermal losses, which offers many advantages: lower energy consumption, perfect transparency by reducing the incidence of condensation on the warm air side and the possibility of using larger glazed areas without increasing energy consumption. Self-cleaning glass A dream of every householder come true: a glass which cleans itself. What exactly is self-cleaning glass? Self Cleaning Glass is an ordinary glass with a special coating, which once exposed to daylight, chemically reacts in two ways. It breaks down organic dirt deposits and the loosened dirt deposits are washed away by rain water. The water then rapidly evaporates without leaving any marks on the glass surface. As a result, this special self-cleaning coating keeps the glass cleaner for a longer period than a normal glass, in applications where it is exposed to the rain. Tests have shown that the coating will last as long as the glass itself. With only small amounts of cleaning agents needed self cleaning glass is very kind to the environment. Glass condensation Condensation is a very common phenomenon in everyday life. Although it doesn't leave durable signs on window panels, it can be very unpleasant because it reduces visibility. When water vapour from the air comes into contact with cold surfaces, the vapour condenses on the cooler surface of the glass forming a foggy effect. While this condensation is annoying, it also indicates excessive humidity inside the room which should be reduced. Our high performance Vistatherm glazing technologies not only reduce energy costs but make homes more comfortable as well. Vistatherm glazing creates warmer interior glass surfaces, reducing frost and condensation. Frequently Asked Questions 1. What glass will I use to control heat loss ? 2. Will the sun fade my carpet and furniture, and if so what can I do to reduce fading? 3. Why is there condensation on the interior/exterior of my windows? 1. What glass will I use to control heat loss? A low emissivity glass can be used to reduce heat loss. This usually forms the inner pane of a double glazing unit and results in less heat escaping through your window than with ordinary glass. The glass contains an energy saving coating on one side, within the cavity of the unit. This coating allows the suns rays to penetrate through into the room and reflects heat from fires and radiators back into the room, heat which ordinary double glazing allows to escape. It reduces internal condensation, eliminates cold spots and helps save energy. 2. Will the sun fade my carpet and furniture, and what can I do to reduce fading? With any extended light exposure, there is going to be some fading that is unavoidable, but with the option of laminated glazing that blocks 99.9% of the sun's ultraviolet rays the amount of fading in your home will be greatly reduce . Be sure to ask CareyGlass specialist about this option. 3. Why is there condensation on the interior/exterior surface of my windows? Condensation of the interior glass is a result of moisture in the air of a structure exceeding certain limits and showing upon relatively cool glass surfaces. Windows are the coolest areas of exterior walls. When the warm room air comes in contact with the glass surface, it is cooled, and if there is enough moisture in the air, the dew point will be reached and the water condensed out. This happens just as an ice drink glass shows moisture on the outside on a warm summer day. Back to top |
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