Glass constructions in the modern world are tightly integrated into the creation of individual interior design. All-glass structures are widely used in the installation of shop windows, winter gardens, balconies, loggias, greenhouses, office partitions. Such products look unusual and attractive.
From solid glass, many elements of the general interior of the premises are produced:
- gender;
- door;
- partitions;
- stairs;
- showers;
- kitchen panels.
Glass floors
In modern design appeared not so long ago. They are made of thick glass, tolerate loads well, perfectly complement the design. Service life of a glass floor - tens of years. Any chemical products are suitable for washing.
Doors
Very popular products. Perfectly divide the space, visually attract with an unusual style and modern design. Use all-glass door structures asin residential areas as well as in offices. They are made in standard sizes, as well as to order, taking into account the features of openings.
Partitions
Found their wide application in the zoning of office space. However, recently it can often be found in residential buildings or apartments. The production of all-glass structures that play the role of partitions has firmly entered the modern world, thanks to its resistance to mechanical damage.
Stairs
Glass designs are a fashion trend. They are made of thick and durable panels that can withstand both the weight of a person and other loads. Visually, the glass staircase is almost invisible, but it will fit perfectly into any style of the room.
Showers
Great for small bathrooms. It takes up little space, but this does not interfere with the full implementation of water procedures. Modern shower cabins are equipped not only with a standard water supply, many of them have holes for hydromassage. It all depends on the configuration of the model.
Kitchen panels
Designed to protect the walls of the room from dust, dirt, hot oil. In addition, they decorate the kitchen. It is extremely easy to clean such structures with any detergents.
Production technology
All-glass structures consist of glass sheets and fasteners, do not have rigid frames. Several glass modules are taken and fastened together with a clamping profile.
In the production of glass products, different types of glass are used. Hardened is considered standard. This type of material is less suitable for decoration, however, matte, tinted, darkened and mirror products are made from it.
Another durable material is triplex. It is made from several glass sheets and lasts several times longer than ordinary glass. Due to the high strength of the material, triplex products can be installed even in children's rooms. They are completely safe. And you can decorate such structures indefinitely in a variety of ways, as far as the customer's imagination is enough.
Another material for the production of all-glass structures is reinforced glass. The difference from the usual one is the presence of a metal mesh, which, when broken, will not allow the fractions to fall to the floor or harm nearby people.
Plexiglas (acrylic) is considered the most durable type of material for manufacturing. This is an environmentally friendly material, when destroyed, it cracks into fragments, which are almost impossible to cut yourself.
Benefits
It is worth considering all the advantages of all-glass structures. In Moscow, many companies are engaged in their production. Each offers different types of products. Experts list the advantages of glass models:
- Modernity. Room design usingglass elements looks fashionable, stylish, modern. When guests see glass partitions or doors, they immediately imagine a spacious and luxurious room that allows light to pass through and does not limit the common space. In small rooms, the installation of all-glass doors visually increases the area.
- Convenience. In addition to the visual perception of glass products, it is worth noting good noise and heat insulation properties.
- Reliability. The stereotype that sooner or later the glass will break has sunk into the past. Already at the stage of manufacturing all-glass structures, modern technologies are used that allow the finished material to withstand various types of loads. For example, an average adult will not be able to break such a glass product without additional tools.
- Mobility. Installation of all-glass structures does not take much time.
Flaws
Glass products in the room look nice and modern, but do not forget about the cons of designs:
- Cost. In today's market, glass products are considered an expensive pleasure. When planning to transform a room with such design elements, it is worthwhile to calculate the full cost of purchase and installation in advance.
- Discomfort for visitors. If the partitions in the office are made of glass, then visitors may feel uncomfortable, feeling the views of others. In such cases, it is better to use matte or tinted designs.
- Difficult installation. No experience is betterundertake the independent installation of glass products. Installation by a non-professional can lead to a number of disadvantages, up to the unreliability of the design.
- Heavy weight products.
Fasteners and Hardware
Fittings for all-glass structures are used special, different from the usual standard elements of fasteners and holders. It is made taking into account the characteristics of glass products. The main distinguishing feature is the thickness of the elements.
In today's market, a wide selection of fittings to ensure comfort, functionality and ease of use. The range includes a number of models for sliding mechanisms (rollers, guides), a large selection of handles and hinges, closers, various fasteners, stoppers, locks and latches.
Naturally, the cost of accessories for glass products is much higher than usual. This is explained by the complexity of the production of such mechanisms. In addition, all hardware elements must perfectly cope with their task, withstand heavy weight, emphasize individuality and fit into the overall design of the room. For example, below in the photo are all-glass structures made in an office space. Glass design, fasteners fit perfectly into the working interior of the space.
The price of a fully finished product depends on the dimensions of the structure. Additionally, the price may include decorative elements, decorations of the glass itself, the material of manufactureand web thickness.
