How Vacuum Glazing Can Enhance Your Sunroom or Conservatory
2023-06-27
How Vacuum Glazing Can Enhance Your Sunroom or Conservatory
A sunroom or a conservatory is a great way to add space and value to your home, as well as to enjoy the beauty of nature all year round. However, choosing the right glazing for your windows and doors is crucial to ensure comfort and energy efficiency. You might be familiar with insulated glass, which is a common type of glazing that consists of two or more panes of glass separated by a gas-filled (normally Argon) space. Insulated glass can help reduce heat loss and noise, but it also has some limitations. For example, it can be heavy and bulky, which restricts the design possibilities and increases the installation costs. It can also degrade over time, due to seal failure or gas leakage.
A better alternative for your sunroom or conservatory is vacuum glazing, which is a newer technology that offers superior performance and aesthetics. Vacuum glazing consists of two tempered panes of glass that are sealed together with a very thin cavity between them. The gap is extracted to create a vacuum chamber, which almost eliminates heat transfer by conduction and convection. Vacuum glazing can achieve very low U-values (a measure of heat loss), comparable to triple-glazed units or even solid walls.
How does vacuum glazing compare with other types of glazing? Here are some examples:
- Single-glazed units: These are the simplest and cheapest type of glazing, but they have very poor thermal performance and can cause condensation and discomfort in cold weather. Vacuum glazing can reduce heat loss by up to 80% compared to single-glazed units.
- Double-glazed units: These are the most common type of glazing, but they still have significant heat loss and can be prone to seal failure and gas leakage over time. Vacuum glazing can reduce heat loss by up to 50% compared to double-glazed units.
- Triple-glazed units: These are the most energy-efficient type of glazing, but they are also very thick and heavy, which limits the design options and increases the installation costs. Vacuum glazing can achieve similar or better U-values than triple-glazed units, while being much thinner and lighter.
Vacuum glazing also has other benefits, such as:
- It is very transparent and clear, which maximizes natural light and views.
- It is very durable and resistant to moisture, dust, and corrosion.
Vacuum glazing is the perfect solution for your sunroom or conservatory, as it can provide a comfortable and energy-efficient indoor environment all year round. If you want to learn more about vacuum glazing and how it can benefit your project, contact us today for a free consultation and quote.
