September 25, 2021
Whenever someone is constructing or planning to construct a building unit, it is best to go with the latest and the best options in technology available. After all, you do not construct a house or a commercial building now and then—unless you are into the construction business and do it for your clients.
Let us try our best to keep this content pack full of information and avoid digressing.
So, this piece is all about double-glazed units. By the end of this article, you will be oozing knowledge on double-glazed units, we promise.
What are double-glazed units?
As the name suggests, double glazed units are individually sealed units of two glass panes. These panes are separated from each other, within the sealed unit, with an air gap or vacuum between them. Imagine a sandwich that has glass panes as the bread slices and air gap or vacuum as the filling between them. Double glazed units are also called Insulated glazed units.
Are double-glazed units costly?
Well, as the rule goes, everything that gives you extra benefits comes at a cost. The same case is with double-glazed units. They are costlier than simple single-paned glass.
However, we at Impala Glass would always recommend spending a few extra bucks and get the best option available for your windows and doors. You may thank us later for this valuable piece of advice!
Why choose double-glazed units?
If you are still reading this piece, which we are quite sure you are, by now, you must be curious to know the benefits of double-glazed units. As promised, we will fill you in with the meaty part of this topic.
Some of the benefits of double-glazed units are:
- They reduce bills and carbon footprint:
Global warming and its adverse effects are one of the most serious concerns of the current age. For anyone sensible and sensitive enough and who wants to do good and save our planet, reducing carbon footprints and saving energy are two basic ways to do so. Just like several options available that help in the reduction of carbon footprint and saving energy, double glazed units play a vital role.
How do these units save energy? Well, these windows are great for insulation. During winters they capture the heat inside and help in keeping indoors warm. This saves energy as you do not need a heater during the daytime.
Similarly, in summers, the windows do not let outside heat seep inside. Hence, a major cut on the use of air conditioning.
- Increased safety and security:
Are you afraid of burglars breaking into your house through glass windows? And does this make you compromise on having glass windows? Or, is your settlement in an area that has the threat of wild animals breaking into it? Fret no more. Impala glass has you covered!. With our double-glazed windows, your building will have added security and safety as these specialized windows are very difficult to break. Moreover, you can choose from a wide array of glass options available for added security and privacy, if desired.
- Reduced noise:
Do you live in an area that is always hustling and bustling regardless of what time of the day it is? Well, living in such places has its advantages and disadvantages. One such disadvantage is a lot of noise seeping indoors. Or, maybe you are a party animal and you are concerned about your immediate neighbors getting annoyed by all the party noise from your house? Well, we can take care of both situations. The smart solution is getting double-glazed units for your windows and doors. These units drown out the noise and let the peace prevail!
- No condensation
Mold on window panes is a nuisance. You can avoid having to spend your mornings and afternoons before that family dinner scrubbing clean the window panes. With double-glazed units, you don’t have to worry about condensation that leads to mold.
Last word
Impala glass is a trusted name in Kenya whenever it comes to choosing any type of glass in construction. Particularly in double-glazed units, we offer units with spacers that range from 6 mm to 16 mm. The maximum size available with us is 3M x 2M. We install these units with a secondary sealant known as structural silicon. We offer an extensive range of glass that include clear, tint, solar control, Low E (performance glasses).
Need we say more? What is stopping you to contact us and get a quote?