subject: How to choose the right glazing method for glass slider doors [print this page] How to choose the right glazing method for glass slider doors
You've just begun renovating your new home and are racking your brain for ways to secure the space without losing the stunning views, when someone suggests sliding glass doors as the ideal solution. No matter if they are closed or opened, glass slider doors can be counted upon to provide a reliable barrier to the outside environment while framing it perfectly.
Whether you're building an office from scratch or planning a much-needed refurbishment, slider doors provide the utmost in professional appearance and practicality. Glass doors can be produced with surfaces ranging from laminated to dark tinted, opaque, clear or frosted. If your office is dimly lit and you want to conserve power expenses, glass doors at street level can be installed to maximise the use of natural light while also providing an outside view. Alternatively, if levels of natural light are too great, frosted or tinted glass can diffuse glare and create a tranquil, softly lit atmosphere.
While there are limitless options in terms of glass surface, when it comes to the glazing of your selected style of glass, what will be the best option?
As with most glass products, there are two main methods of glazing best suited to glass slider doors single or double glazed panels. While both types of glazing offer valuable qualities, the preferable choice for glass doors is due to its strength and energy efficiency.
It refers to the practice by which two panes of glass are joined, leaving an open pocket between them. This space acts both as a barrier and as insulation. This is a unique feature of this glass, enabling the conservation of heat. Thus, not only are double glazed glass slider doors, like all slider doors, inexpensive to install, they will also encourage the future reduction of power costs.
Most modern glass slider doors are made from double glazed glass that is also safety treated for strength and durability. Double glazed glass doors made from toughened safety glass are physically and thermally stronger than traditional single glazed doors. Depending on the tempering method used, the glass panels in safety treated double-glazed slider doors can be up to six times stronger than single-glazed glass panels.
With all the benefits double glazing offers, installing double glazed glass slider doors is also a great way of adding more value to your home and tempting buyers if you have any future intention to sell.
