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Energy-efficient windows in new buildings

December 9, 2015November 22, 2022

For many years we hear terms such as energy-efficient windows or passive windows. That’s a pretty broad term, because not every window must be it in reality. Most are PVC windows, whose main task is to good thermal insulation of the house or room. Modern construction requires that the windows were characterized by good thermal transmittance. Let us assume that we hold similar windows. What are the benefits? First of all – we have a chance to save money because it reduces the costs required to heat the room. Second…

The use of roller shutters

September 8, 2015November 22, 2022

Even the best insulated exterior walls of the building, we do not guarantee real and effective suppression of multiple, often burdensome for us the factors flowing from the external environment. The nearby street, which generates traffic noise, the sun’s rays, which offend the eyes and effectively impede the work at the computer or watching television. Windows, even the best quality, sound-insulated, not completely block just such phenomena. That is why, regardless of the quality of windows, you should invest in external blinds, which in a complete complement the insulation of…

Skylights – types and application

November 6, 2013March 3, 2016

Skylights due to its location must meet specific conditions when it comes to quality and comfort of use. Among the roof windows can generally distinguish three types: Pivot windows Tilt-turn windows Side hung windows (used in attics technical performance as a door to the roof) windows tilt and swivel They have the advantage over rotary windows that they can swivel, as in the case of a normal vertical window. They can be used at angles of inclination of 20 to 55 degrees. We talk about them, they are a double…