Glass Cladding

In construction, glass cladding is used to provide thermal insulation and a degree of weather resistance to improve the appearance of buildings.

Nowadays, glass claddings work is preferably adopted in building construction, as it meets various functional requirements of the building such as lighting, heat retention with visual effects construction.

It can be used for interior and exterior applications.

Characteristics of glass cladding:

• It is completely safe.
• Also, they are aesthetic and recycled.
• It is an energy saver and saves time according to the construction aspect.
• There are no flaws in plaster and paint.
• It has attractive colors.

Types of glass cladding:

1.Tempered Safety Glass:

These tempered safety glass are plain or colored tempered safety glass commonly used for claddings.

In this type, glass is easy to clean and maintain, the tempered glass used for claddings provides resistance to pressure, temperature variation and impact load.

2.Vitrified Glass:

This vitrified glass cladding is more stable and it is available in a wider range of colours, varieties, shades and range.

It has abrasion resistance, enhanced solar control performance, spandrel panels are included in virtually any pattern that can be screen-printed.

Advantages of glass cladding:

1. The use of glass in construction work adds beauty to the building.
2. Its use complements the architectural scene for exterior decoration and beauty.
3. The use of glass in the interior of the building saves space inside the building.
4. Glass claddings in the building meet the functional requirement of lighting, heat retention, and energy saving.
5. Glass is an excellent material for thermal insulation, waterproofing, and energy conservation.
6. Glass is a bad conductor of heat, so it saves energy in the air conditioning of the building.
7. The use of glass claddings reveals a feeling of openness and harmony.
8. Transparent glass can cause damage due to the use of glass in transparent ladders, colored shelves, ceilings, etc.

Disadvantages of glass cladding:

1. It is very expensive and can increase the cost of construction work.
2. The use of glass also increases the cost of protection.
3. Maintenance costs may be higher in hilly areas and deserts.
4. It is also vulnerable to earthquake-proven areas.

Also read: Wall Cladding, GFRG Panels, Glass Block & Curtain Wall

Conclusion:

Glass cladding can be used for interior and exterior applications.

Decorative or stained glass provides a practical and cost-effective alternative to claddings, tiling, painting, and other forms of decoration.