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This type of glass was once an optional extra, but now a standard option when we are installing Windows and Doors in the main dwelling of your home since it became compliant in April 1st 2002. This is one of FENSA's strict requirments on all replacement window and door installations. We currently have 3-4 random inspections a month by the BBA (British Board of Agrement) to ensure the correct glass is being used. To learn more about the BBA click on there website for more infomation:
Colour neutrality in both reflection and transmission – maintaining the natural colours of everything seen through the glass or reflected in it.
Clarity – with no unsightly haze.
High light and solar heat transmittance – allowing the best use of and beneficial solar heat gain.
– giving the window a natural appearance.
Uniformity – within the glass panels
– U values down to 1.4 W/m2K when gas filled allowing energy saving requirements to be easily achieved, .
– laminated and tempered glass available to provide safety and security where needed.
Low-E glass is a fantastic way of .
It is not compliant yet in conservatories or porches although it can be added as a heat saving optionial extra
Most Low- E glass offered by our competitors has a yellow appearance to it, leaving your net curtains looking stained, and tarnished. Be sure you know what Low Emission glass you are buying into.
SGG PLANITHERM TOTAL 1.3 is an extremely versatile product suitible for a wide range of domestic and commmercial applications;
Domestic;
1. Windows and skylights
2. Patio doors, French doors and other external doors
3. Conservatories and sun rooms
Commercial;
1. Facades / windows
2. Curtian walling
3. Structual glazing
4. Overhead glazing
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