Homeowners can rely on the versatility of glass for construction purposes. It is used for glazing windows, construction of skylights, dividers, shower cubicles, conservatories and other features. A living area or workspace is brightened up with an abundance of natural light by clear glazing in windows. Sunlight is a natural mood enhancer and is far more effective in improving the efficiency of workers in an office block than the depressing glare of artificial neon light.
Glass once had only limited use in construction as it was considered too fragile and brittle. With modern reinforced and strengthened glazing readily available, its application in construction has increased manifold.
Advantages of using glass in construction include:
1. It adds to the beautification of the facade of a building
2. It is useful for ornamental and decorative purposes both for interiors and exteriors of buildings
3. It helps in space saving in interiors
4. It performs the purposes of heat retention, lighting and energy saving
5. It conveys a sense of openness, harmony and accord
6. It is a versatile material that can be used for making transparent stairways, colored shelves and other design features like dividers and cubicles
7. It saves on air conditioning costs as glazed windows are bad conductors of heat
8. It is lightweight and a designer’s dream material
Disadvantages of using glass in your home or office high rise:
1. It is costly and may increase construction costs
2. Not advised for use in earthquake prone areas
3. High maintenance costs
4. Security concerns
Kitchens and bathrooms can be furnished with glazed counters or shower cubicles that are easy to clean and give a very modern and hygienic look to the space. Other areas that use extensive glazing are garden conservatories and sunrooms. Conservatories have been in use since the sixteenth century and were originally used by landed gentry for growing Mediterranean and sub-tropical fruit like lemons and oranges in the colder climate of Northern Europe and England. Modern conservatories are usually built as an annex to the main building and are used as greenhouses or sunrooms. Conservatories were all the rage in Victorian England and were highly ornate, impressive structures. Modern conservatories are much more modest and unfussy in their design. Some designs like geodesic domes are very unlike the over-elaborate patterns of the original solariums and conservatories of 19th Century England.
When you are remodeling and want to improve your home, you can consider installing features made of glass. Ft Worth home owners can visit local glass companies for a variety of home utility fittings.
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