Glass Options
ModernView Windows & Doors offers a range of glass options designed to enhance the performance, aesthetics, and comfort of your windows. These options allow for customization to meet specific needs for energy efficiency, light control, privacy, and sound reduction.
The standard glass offering typically includes dual-pane (double-pane) construction, which is a fundamental feature for improved insulation. This configuration traps a layer of air or inert gas between two panes of glass, significantly reducing heat transfer compared to single-pane windows. This helps maintain comfortable indoor temperatures year-round, leading to potential energy savings on heating and cooling costs.
For enhanced energy efficiency and performance, ModernView Windows & Doors provides advanced glass technologies such as Low-E (Low-Emissivity) coatings. Low-E coatings are microscopically thin, transparent layers applied to the glass surface. These coatings are designed to reflect infrared heat, keeping heat inside during the winter and outside during the summer. This selective reflectivity contributes to greater comfort and reduces the workload on HVAC systems.
In addition to Low-E coatings, the company may offer gas fills between the glass panes. Argon or Krypton gas are commonly used inert gases that are denser than air. When used in the space between dual-pane windows, these gases further enhance the insulating properties by reducing heat transfer through convection. This advanced combination of dual-pane construction, Low-E coatings, and gas fills creates a highly energy-efficient window solution.
For specific privacy or decorative needs, obscured or frosted glass options may be available. These treatments alter the transparency of the glass, allowing light to pass through while obscuring clear views. This is particularly useful for bathrooms, entryways, or any area where privacy is desired without sacrificing natural light.
Sound insulation is another consideration addressed by glass options. Certain configurations, such as laminated glass or triple-pane (tri-pane) windows with specialized gas fills and varied glass thicknesses, can effectively reduce the transmission of external noise. This is beneficial for properties located in noisy urban environments or near high-traffic areas, contributing to a quieter and more serene indoor living space.
Safety and security can also be enhanced through glass choices. Options like tempered glass, which is heat-treated to be stronger and shatters into small, blunt pieces when broken, are available for increased safety. Laminated glass, which consists of two panes of glass bonded together with a plastic interlayer, offers enhanced security as it is more difficult to break through and the interlayer helps hold broken glass in place.
The specific combination of these glass technologies and features will vary depending on the window style selected from the ModernView Windows & Doors product line, which includes Casement, Double Hung, Single Hung, Sliding Horizontal, Architectural Shapes, Bay & Bow, Hopper, and Picture windows. Customers are encouraged to consult with ModernView Windows & Doors representatives or explore their product literature for detailed specifications on available glass packages for each window type.
