Many people believe that the definition of “stained glass glazing” is synonymous with the concept of “stained glass”. In fact, these definitions have only one thing in common – the basis for their implementation is glass. But otherwise they are completely different. Stained glass is an artistic composition that is assembled from small multi-colored pieces of glass. The product has a floral or complex theme, so to make it you need to have extensive experience working with glass. Stained glass is used to decorate entrance doors, niches and windows.
Unlike the first, stained glass glazing is made of single-color tempered glass and is often used to decorate the facades of public buildings, shopping centers, shop windows and cafes. However, with proper design, glass facades can be used to decorate a loggia, balcony or cottage. Projects of houses with stained glass glazing can often be seen in the USA and Canada. Typically, the outside of such a house looks completely ordinary, while the back, facing the courtyard, is made of durable glass. A lot of light penetrates through the panoramic wall, and the view of the flowering garden or pool is pleasing to the eye.
Types of stained glass glazing
Depending on the profiles, frames and support systems used, the following types of stained glass systems can be distinguished:
- construction-batten system: mounted in the opening, therefore used for inclined and vertical surfaces;
- structural system: due to point fastening with sealant, the facade looks fashionable and ultra-modern;
- spider fastening: the double-glazed window is mounted on a stainless connector, which ensures high elasticity of the facade.
These systems are used in the design of public buildings. For balconies and cottages, facades that are cheaper and easier to manufacture are used.
Stained glass glazing of facades of apartments and houses
In a home or apartment, stained glass windows are used in the following cases:
- Panoramic walls in the house. This finishing option is highly valued by progressive aesthetes who appreciate the beauty of the surrounding nature. The transparent walls let in a lot of light and offer amazing views of the courtyard or garden. As a rule, houses with stained glass glazing are built in protected areas, on rocks or in the forest, from where a magnificent view opens. The most affordable is the transom facade (you can use sheet glass), and the most expensive is the frameless facade.
- Stained glass glazing of balconies. Performed using Finnish and French technology. The Finnish balcony glazing technology involves abandoning the use of window frames in favor of aluminum profiles running along the perimeter of the opening. For the manufacture of sashes, tempered glass is used, transparent, frosted or tinted, which can withstand any load. In French technology, stained glass is made from floor to ceiling. Each glass is enclosed in an aluminum profile, which gives the structure the necessary rigidity and strength.
- Stained glass glazing of loggias. Due to the large area, French technology is more suitable for the loggia. It is important that the work is carried out taking into account additional insulation (heated floors, radiators, three- or four-chamber double-glazed windows). In extreme cases, an apartment with a stained glass loggia will be subject to drafts.
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The design of a balcony with stained glass glazing involves the use of light translucent curtains that do not block the penetration of light. Some owners install a coffee table and a couple of armchairs on the loggia.
