Bathhouse with panoramic windows: advantages and disadvantages

We present bathhouses with panoramic windows, the designs of which, as well as photographs of turnkey construction, were made at the Gorodles Group of Companies.

A bathhouse with panoramic glazing in the living room area, terrace, or pool is a current trend in the design of modern manor bathhouse complexes. Our author's collection of designs for modern log baths includes a variety of examples of log baths for every taste.

GC "Gorodles" specializes in individual design, production and construction of exclusive estate complexes, log houses and hand-cut bathhouses made of cedar and pine.

Bathhouse with panoramic windows

Very often you get a headache after a bath , but don’t forget about all the benefits that you can get by spending time in the bath.
Regular trips to the bathhouse will help improve immunity and the body will be able to easily cope with any diseases, viruses, bacteria. So, if possible, every family should have a bathhouse on their property, and the best solution, absolutely, would be a bathhouse with panoramic windows. A bathhouse with panoramic windows will not only make your vacation more enjoyable, but also decorate the area. The appearance of the bathhouse is so pleasing to the eye that you will want to spend all your free time there. You can easily organize get-togethers with friends and colleagues. The celebration of any holidays, of course, will move from home to the bathhouse. There, you will not only have a good time with company, but also take a steam bath, and the view from the panoramic windows will make every evening simply unforgettable.

Projects

It is very important, even before construction, to carefully analyze all the details of the design of a bathhouse with panoramic windows. If the sauna is attached to the house, then the view openings in the floor will perfectly complement the aesthetics of the overall composition.

When drawing up a project, it is important to do the following:

• assess the size and location of the room;
• decide whether it will be equipped with a terrace;
• calculate all standards;
• think about how many people will be steaming at the same time, and allocate at least one and a half meters for each person in the steam room and relaxation room;
• for a comfortable stay in the bathhouse, it is better to increase the size, which means that the windows will also be larger, otherwise the geometric proportions will be violated;
• evaluate the appropriateness of panoramic windows and your capabilities, because a small wooden bathhouse in a rustic style will not look good with huge view windows.

Bathhouse projects with panoramic windows

Today, there are different designs of bathhouses with panoramic windows. The high-tech style is beginning to become very popular. Everyone knows that nothing stands still and progress is beginning to affect even such classic structures as baths. The high-tech style is in great demand among all lovers of modern technology, who are also ardent fans of the bathhouse. It is the use of this style in the construction of baths that speaks of a completely refined taste and provides every opportunity to show the world a different vision of Russian baths.

The features of such baths will be exquisite forms that have nothing superfluous, everything is very harmonious and natural. But the most important advantage will be the panoramic windows, which make the bathhouse look simply breathtaking. The most popular baths will be white, gray or even black. Such baths are very bright and unforgettable; they can decorate any area.

Baths in high-tech style are very harmonious with swimming pools or large cottages, which are also built in a modern style. Together they are very naturally refined, beautiful and pleasing to the eye of almost every person.

Material for the frame of a panoramic window in a bathhouse

Before you start building a bathhouse with large windows, you must carefully select the material for the frame of the panoramic window in the bathhouse. All materials must be only natural and high quality, and not some Chinese fakes. But special attention must be paid to glass. When you go to the bathhouse, you expect that every surface will be well heated and radiate only heat, but when you put large windows in the bathhouses, you most likely expect that the windows will radiate cold, not heat. This is why choosing glass for a bathhouse with windows is a very important process and should not be ignored under any circumstances.

The best solution in a situation where you want a fashionable bathhouse with large high-tech windows is to buy heated double-glazed windows. This product is specially designed for baths and saunas. Once upon a time, these products were very expensive, not everyone could afford to buy them. The reason for the high price was the import of double-glazed windows from Europe, but now they have begun to be produced in Russia, using the latest technologies, which have no analogues anywhere in the world. The panoramic view from the bathhouse with electrically heated glass will become even more unforgettable, since you will be able to contemplate nature and at the same time spend time with friends in the bathhouse. Also, these double-glazed windows will not fog up or emit cold, only warmth, only give comfort.

Bathhouses with panoramic glazing will make every vacation simply unforgettable.

Glass material

How is this special glass for a bath or sauna made? To do this, you need to take specially prepared glass with an approximate thickness of 6 mm, then you need to cut out the required shape from it, and then expose it to laser radiation. After these procedures, a special coating should be applied, and then you need to connect the electrical wires and insert the plug into the socket and heat the glass. The glass can be heated to any temperature, which can even be adjusted using a thermostat.

There are glasses that can even heat up to 300 degrees. With all this, the glass remains absolutely transparent, there are no wires or threads, the image is clear, not distorted, natural.

Types of windows in the bathhouse

If the question is whether windows are needed in the bathhouse at all, then of course the answer should be yes. Baths can be divided into several categories, depending on the types of built-in windows:

1. Baths with wooden windows;
2. Baths with plastic windows;
3. Baths with panoramic windows.

Let's talk a little about each bath option.

Baths with wooden windows

Many people believe that wooden windows to the bathhouse remain the best and highest quality. And when someone installs panoramic or plastic windows, they generally consider such people strange and alien. In the world of modern technology, wooden windows have been made so well that they can last for decades. The best material for such windows would be linden, oak or aspen. This material is very moisture resistant and does not deteriorate when wet. And the smell from them in a warm bathhouse will simply be incredible. Under no circumstances should you use pine wood for bathhouse windows, since when heated they will release resin, which is very harmful to human health. The advantage of these windows is that anyone who has the slightest skill in working with wood can make them themselves.

Baths with plastic windows

Of course, bathhouses with large windows have a more presentable appearance, but is it worth using plastic windows for this? Today, plastic windows are used almost everywhere, but can they be used for a bath or sauna? You can, but not in a steam room, because when heated, harmful substances will be released, which has a very negative effect on the human body. If, nevertheless, someone wants to save money and install plastic ones instead of panoramic windows, then they should at least take a three-chamber double-glazed window, it will last better and will not emit so many harmful substances.

Baths with panoramic windows

As mentioned at the beginning of the article, they are beginning to be more and more popular among the population, and have many positive characteristics in contrast to baths with wooden or plastic windows. Of course, you need to remember that building a bathhouse with panoramic windows will cost a pretty penny. But if money is not a problem, then a bathhouse with panoramic windows will be the best of all three options. It will decorate any property; all guests who visit this bathhouse will be satisfied forever. As they say, once you try, you will never forget. After relaxing in such a bathhouse, no one will ever again be able to enjoy relaxing in a bathhouse with wooden or plastic windows; this experience will never be forgotten.

When choosing windows for a bathhouse, you need to remember about safety. All windows should open only to the inside of the bathhouse and their height should be the height of a person, so that the average person in the event of a fire could jump out of them. This is why you cannot install small windows in a bathhouse. The option of wooden windows is completely out of the question, but if you choose between a bathhouse with plastic windows and panoramic windows, then the choice is obvious. There is no need to even list any pros and cons. Now every buyer will know which windows will be much safer and more beautiful for his bath, but still, the choice is his.

How should panoramic windows be installed in a bathhouse, what rules should be followed? First of all, it is necessary to check the reliability of the entire structure so that no unpleasant incident occurs later. You also need to know the exact size of the window and do not forget to carefully study all climatic conditions before purchasing windows or even building the bathhouse itself. It is also necessary to pay attention to humidity or all possible temperature changes, since all this in some way can affect the bathhouse and windows. The entire structure must be sealed and safe for further operation, all safety rules must be carefully observed.

Price for bath windows

The price of panoramic windows for a bath depends on many factors, namely:

• the glass that was used for the window and the material of the frame itself;
• window shape and size;
• complexity of window production;
• prices for delivery and installation.

Well, if we summarize all of the above and what has been said, we can say that a bathhouse with panoramic windows is just a dream for every person, if there are opportunities, then why deny yourself such a pleasure.

Review of materials

For the panoramic windows of a bathhouse, glass of a certain thickness is required; it is cut to shape and tempered with a laser. Then the coating is applied and heated. Glass can heat up to temperatures of several hundred degrees. There are glasses with a thermostat that allows you to regulate heating temperatures. However, the glass looks normal, transparency and clarity are not impaired. Typically, three types of windows are installed in a bathhouse.

• Wooden . This is a traditional material for building a bathhouse; naturally, windows of this type will fit perfectly into the overall ensemble. Indeed, there are very high-quality wood frames that are resistant to temperature changes and durable. Experts recommend choosing frames made of aspen, oak, and linden. These wood species tolerate high humidity well and have a wonderful aroma. It is not recommended to use pine for a bath, since it is capable of releasing resinous fumes when heated, and this is far from useful.

• Plastic . This variety is more aesthetically pleasing and modern, but experts recommend making PVC windows only in recreation rooms. They cannot be installed in steam rooms. High temperatures provoke the release of harmful substances from plastic. You should also not consider options with less than three chambers.

• Heated . Such double-glazed windows are specially designed for panoramic views in baths and saunas. Electrically heated glass will increase the comfort of staying indoors in any weather.

As for materials for construction, a lot depends on the budget.

• Tree . Frame buildings, bathhouses made of timber, and finished log houses are very popular. All of them are built from natural wood, which has an undoubted advantage in terms of environmental friendliness. Most often, bathhouses are built from linden, aspen, and alder. A frame bathhouse, log house, or timber structure requires additional insulation.

• Aerated concrete . Another popular alternative material from which baths are often built. It is relatively inexpensive, with good thermal insulation. You can build an option of any type and style, thanks to a huge selection of materials for external cladding.

• Brick . The most popular material for elite and spectacular buildings, which often include bathhouses with panoramic windows. Durable, highly thermally insulated, safe, but quite expensive, brick is often replaced with other options due to the high cost of construction.

Modular buildings are very popular now. A modular bathhouse is also made of wood; it is assembled from various ready-made modules like a construction set. The maximum number of floors for such a bathhouse is 3 floors; quite often such buildings are supplemented with large windows. Construction is carried out at any time of the year, the only significant drawback is the limitations in architectural terms, because the sauna is assembled from ready-made parts.

Panoramic windows: weighing all the pros and cons

Panoramic windows are a modern hit in interior design. Indeed, windows from the ceiling to the floor make the room much wider, richer, more luxurious, brighter and more original. But besides all this, such glazing can also cause a lot of trouble: you just have to remember that such windows are of French origin. Their homeland is Provence, where the temperature does not drop below +7 degrees even in winter. It is in this feature that it is worth looking for a catch.

It’s worth noting right away that panoramic windows the width of the entire wall or part of it will be appropriate only where they were designed in advance: these are either modern new buildings or private houses. In this case, such windows do not stand out from the overall architectural ensemble. Unfortunately, many owners of apartments in ordinary high-rise buildings, wanting to make their apartment special, knock out the walls, thereby damaging not only the strength of the house, but also its appearance. Although many of our houses are far from ideal, panoramic windows can further ruin their appearance.

Advantages and disadvantages of panoramic windows

If, however, the opportunity to use panoramic windows presents itself, then they can become a bright element of your room. The main advantages of such windows are:

1. An unsurpassed view from the window, because with a panoramic window you can see the park, lake, mountains, and landscape of the metropolis outside the window in full scale, and they will not be hidden by the usual outlines of ordinary windows.
2. Such windows provide increased illumination, so the interior will be perceived completely differently, and even before sunset the room will be quite light.
3. Nature, if it is outside the window, seems to become closer to you, which is sorely lacking in the pace of the modern world.

But at the same time, panoramic windows can also play a not very good role. Their main disadvantages include:

1. Heat losses will still be much greater, even if the most modern double-glazed windows are installed, because even they are not comparable to an ordinary wall. Therefore, if you calculate the heating power, then it is better to add another 20-30% to the received power in order to balance the heat balance. Well, before installing such windows, you should ask those who have already installed them in our climate and how things are with the temperature in the house, and only then make a final decision.
2. Being impressed by the excellent appearance of panoramic windows, we often forget about safety, especially for small children. To prevent the unexpected from happening, it is better to install a reliable fence with a height of 50-60 cm or even more on the inside. Now the appearance is not so pretty, but it’s also worth thinking about safety.
3. A separate issue is window cleaning. Everything here is not as simple as with ordinary windows, so you will need a professional approach, and this is a separate expense item. In conditions of more or less frequent precipitation, and in the city this also means dusty air, you can imagine that you will need to wash the windows often, because then the point is in panoramic windows if you can only see streaks from raindrops in them.
4. It is also necessary to resolve the issue of security, since the window is a much more vulnerable part to thieves than the walls. Therefore, take care in advance about reliable protection: powerful roller shutters, alarms, video surveillance, and these are also expense items.

What to consider before installation?

If all the shortcomings do not bother you, and you still want to install panoramic windows, because they also have a lot of advantages, then you need to be prepared for the many questions and problems that are caused by the installation of such windows.

Please note that glass is a cold material , and in winter, due to the difference in temperatures inside and outside the room, a zone with cold air appears near the glass, which is especially unpleasant if you like to sit near the window. Therefore, it will be necessary to provide heating for this area. There are a lot of options: a convector under the floor right in the area near the window, or tubular radiators, or simply choose heated windows, which is effective, but quite expensive.

If there is a child in the house, then safety can be ensured simply by choosing a design with an increased number of bars and partitions so that he cannot stick his head in or climb out through the window.

It will also be necessary to decide on the design and materials of use . The frame itself can be made of plastic, wood and aluminum. Naturally, it is believed that metal and wood are much stronger than PVC, but there are exceptions: in some cases, plastic even wins in strength, especially since it is not as cold as aluminum and is not as susceptible to precipitation as wood.

As for the design, size of the window and its configuration, then it is worth starting not so much from the interior design, but from the facade of the house - it is this that will tell you where and how logical it is to use this or that type of glazing.

Next, we decide on the opening method . The most common methods are:

• tilt and turn - the most popular, allows you to both swing the structure and open it slightly for easy ventilation;
• parallel-sliding - provides excellent tightness and thermal insulation, but the seals quickly fail, so you need to prepare for frequent repairs;
• accordion folding is a rather rare method that is suitable for warmer regions, since it cannot provide reliable thermal insulation. But in this way you can completely move the entire window, leaving a huge opening in the wall, which can be very useful in some cases;
• Lift-and-slide type is the most functional, sealed, silent, warm and reliable, but is quite expensive.

Don’t forget about such a window design element as curtains : they may be absent altogether according to your design ideas. Otherwise, you need to immediately consider the possibility of attaching the cornice to the ceiling or wall, and in the case of Roman or roller blinds, be prepared that with the slightest turn of one sash, the entire structure will make a lot of noise, but do you need it?

In general, panoramic windows are very beautiful, but such beauty in the house requires a serious approach both during design and in window care, so be prepared for this in advance.

Combined

Such modern designs have a very high price. But their quality and basic characteristics are significantly superior to models made from only one material. Combinations of wood with metal and plastic increase all the positive properties and brighten up other disadvantages.

Methods for producing combined windows:

1. The frame is made of either plastic or aluminum. The inside of the window is then covered with wood trim.
2. A wooden frame is made. Then it is sewn up on the outside with aluminum or plastic panels.
3. The design has two frames. The outer one is made of metal or plastic. The inner one is made of wood.

The second and third methods are suitable for windows that can be installed in a steam room. Because all problematic materials remain outside, and only natural ones are inside. Therefore, it is impossible to inhale harmful fumes or get burned on heated metal.

Combined window made of wood and aluminum Source okna-fresh.ru

House made of timber with panoramic windows: advantages and disadvantages

Projects of wooden houses made of timber with panoramic windows stand out very much against the background of traditional solutions. They attract attention with their originality, they look chic, expensive and prestigious. Rooms with panoramic windows have a lot of sunlight and offer a good view. But is everything so rosy in practice? Let's try to look at a house made of timber with panoramic windows from all sides, making an objective assessment of such projects.

Advantages of a house made of timber with panoramic windows

First, let's list the advantages of wooden houses with panoramic windows, with which they attract owners of suburban areas. This will help make the conclusion more objective. Let us remind you that a panoramic window is a glazed opening that occupies the entire space from floor to ceiling. In some projects, such windows replace an entire wall. There are also corner panoramic windows, when the room is half transparent.

All these projects have the following common advantages:

• attractive appearance of the facade;
• there is always a lot of light in a room with panoramic windows;
• hence the small energy savings;
• in winter, the room is better warmed up by the sun's rays;
• The room offers a wide view.

Perhaps this is all that can be said good about a timber house with panoramic windows. Not so little, and, at first glance, nothing terrible is visible.

Disadvantages of a house made of timber with panoramic windows

However, such projects also have significant disadvantages. Almost all of them, of course, are reduced to zero due to modern technologies and the professionalism of the construction company. How exactly is described below, in particulars.

As for the shortcomings, here they are:

• good double-glazed windows cost a pretty penny due to their size, complexity of manufacturing, delivery and installation;
• through such large windows large heat losses are possible;
• the room becomes an “aquarium” that strangers can view;
• not all double-glazed windows provide reliable protection against hooliganism, vandalism and theft;
• It is impossible to protect panoramic window openings with bars, as it looks ridiculous;
• Due to the shrinkage of a wooden house, the complexity of arranging panoramic windows increases.

Peculiarities

Before you start building a bathhouse with panoramic windows, you need to take into account that in addition to the advantages, such a structure has disadvantages . A bathhouse with large window openings is always more expensive than a regular building. Of course, if finances are not an issue, then it is worth considering an option that will become a real decoration of the land. When choosing a project, be sure to evaluate it from a safe point of view - this is most important. All openings should open into the room, the optimal height is average human height.

This will allow you to open the window in time and leave the room if necessary, due to the risk of fire.

It is very important to choose the right material and install windows in compliance with all the rules. Before ordering a window, the opening is measured, climatic conditions, humidity levels, and temperature changes are studied. All these points affect the condition of the windows in the bathhouse. Tightness and safety are very important. As for the cost of such a structure, it depends on many things:

• glass quality;
• opening shapes;
• window size;
• difficulties of production, delivery and installation.

A significant advantage of panoramic windows in saunas is the ability to thoroughly dry the room, which avoids condensation.

Features of a house made of timber with panoramic windows

If the above-described disadvantages are taken into account at the stage of creating the project, and competent solutions are implemented during construction, then panoramic windows can be made ideal from all sides. Let's look at how this is done in practice in the same order as the disadvantages above.

The first problem can be solved in only one way - to order simpler and, accordingly, cheaper double-glazed windows. Usually they sacrifice various bells and whistles, which are mentioned below, choose double-glazed windows with fewer cameras, and so on. All this, of course, will reduce the cost of construction, however, it may hit your pocket in the future. So, if you need panoramic windows without disadvantages, there is no way to avoid a high price tag.

To reduce heat loss through large panoramic windows, you should give preference to multi-chamber double-glazed windows. Attention is also paid to the correct installation of structures and insulation of technological joints. A good solution would be to apply a special transparent heat-reflecting coating to the glass.

If you want panoramic windows and, at the same time, do not want to open your personal life to public view, several solutions will help you. Firstly, you can build a fence of sufficient height. Secondly, there are good modern options for tinting double-glazed windows, including chameleon.

As for protection from hooligans, vandals and thieves, here too you can quite easily protect yourself. The easiest way is to install roller shutters. They can be closed during your absence, as well as at night.

The nuances with the shrinkage of houses made of timber are solved in the same way as with ordinary window and door openings. Mainly due to the fact that compensation gaps are left.

Location and parameters

And yet, the main function of a window in a bathhouse or sauna is ventilation. This must be remembered when choosing their number per room. And also searching for the optimal location.

As a rule, a bathhouse has three rooms. This is a dressing room, often combined with a rest room. Then there is a washing room in which water procedures are carried out. And a steam room, where it is very important to maintain a high air temperature.

In the last two rooms, one small window is enough. Or even windows to provide ventilation. But the window in the dressing room can be large. Or even several if the room is spacious enough.

Waiting room in a Russian bath Source old.artkelo.ru

There are no standards. What then should we focus on?

Situation

You are building a bathhouse, planning to buy or order a window from the nearest workshop. Or even buy a ready-made window of the required size at the construction market. But the fact is that not every window company is able to produce windows suitable for a steam room. A window in a bathhouse is not the same as a window in a house or country house. The operating conditions will be too harsh: large changes in temperature and humidity, accidental contact with water on heated glass.

There are no officially accepted standards for steam room windows. And no one will repurpose the entire production specifically for your order.

Why can’t you put a regular window in a bathhouse?

“Ordinary windows” can be installed in any other rooms of the bathhouse; a special one is required specifically for the steam room. The air temperature in a Russian steam room can be from + 50 to + 110°C, along with high humidity - from comfortable 40 – 60% to “steel-making” 70 – 90%. Another factor: the so-called vertical temperature gradient - that is, the difference in air temperature at different altitudes. In a bathhouse it can reach up to 20°C per meter - we all remember that it is cooler on the lower shelves than on the upper ones.

When the window is opened, the outer glass suddenly enters the heat of the steam room from the frosty air and experiences maximum thermal loads.

At the same time, we will definitely hit the stones (we will get a sharp thermal shock). There is a possibility of water getting on the glass.

It is clear that we expect a reasonable service life from the window. But first of all, it must be safe (the glass must withstand high temperature loads, the handle must not burn, the profile material must be non-toxic, etc.).

Which window meets these criteria?

Option 1. Window with tempered glass

Recommended

: for an unheated bath. This is the simplest budget option

What is important:

• Strained glass. Please note that the workshop where you order the window for the steam room installs glass in accordance with GOST 30698-2014. Such glass withstands thermal loads, and in case of destruction does not form sharp fragments.
• Handle - with a pad, for example, wooden (will protect your hand from burns).

• The installation height of the window in the steam room is not higher than the door to the steam room. Otherwise, the “steam cake” will quickly collapse, and the window structure will quickly become unusable.
• A deep window opening will protect the glass from accidental ingress of water and subsequent destruction. With it, there is less chance of getting burned from contact with the hot glass of an open window.

Option 2. Window
with double-glazed windows Recommended:
for a heated bath

What is important
1.
Take into account all the requirements for a regular window (see option 1): tempered glass, handle with escutcheon. The window is mounted no higher than the door level and deep enough.

2.

The design of the window unit should minimize the temperature difference across the inner glass. The Scandinavian double-leaf design is well suited for this (for example, Tiivi - pictured below).

In the photo: an example of a so-called Scandinavian window for a bath with a wooden trim on the handle

3.

Window hinges are screw-in, made of stainless steel (open the photo with the Tiivi window in full screen to see them). Unlike overhead hinges, where a large metal plate “lies” on top of the frame, a screw-in hinge is small in size. The area for moisture condensation is minimal. It would seem that stainless steel is practically not subject to corrosion, what are the problems? But the problem here is not only possible rust, but also the safety of the place where the hinge is attached to the wood. In this regard, screw-in hinges are much more successful than overhead options.

6.

Window block. The most suitable material for a window block is alder or abash. They have low density, low heat capacity and good stability with large differences in temperature and humidity in the steam room.

If you order a wooden window for a steam room from a carpentry workshop, it is extremely important what the frames are covered with. At high temperatures, the material should not release harmful chemicals into the air. That’s why we use only environmentally friendly compounds: for example, the Tikkurila Supi Saunavaha wax protective compound is suitable.

Option 3. Panoramic windows and clerestory windows
Recommended:
for heated baths in complex architectural projects.

If the bathhouse is planned to have not only a window for ventilation, but also a large window with architectural and decorative functions - panoramic, ceiling or decorative - the requirements for the window design become even more stringent. For such windows, in addition to the architectural and decorative solution, it is necessary:

• Calculate the optimal dimensions of the double-glazed window.
  The calculation is made taking into account the architecture of the room, the safety of operating large-format double-glazed windows in the steam room and the maximum thermal loads on it. For example, for the stability of a double-glazed window during a sharp change in temperature, the optimal ratio of the lengths of its sides should be in the range from 1:2 to 1:3.

• Calculate the special formula for a double-glazed window.
  As a result of this calculation, the thickness of the glasses, the distances between them, the presence and type of low-emissivity glass, the type of sealant and spacer are determined. Not every window company has a qualified specialist who performs calculations of double-glazed window formulas for non-standard climatic conditions.
• Develop the design of the window mounting seam,
  taking into account specific design solutions for the steam room and general technical recommendations of GOST 30971-2002.

What problems might there be in operation?

Large-format windows in a Russian steam room are most often susceptible to fogging and/or depressurization of the double-glazed window. This is usually explained by an incorrectly calculated glass unit formula and the use of inappropriate components for its production - sealants and spacers.

How to avoid problems with windows in a steam room? There are two fundamentally different ways.

What should bath windows be like?

Do not deform when exposed to high temperatures and humidity.

Improves the thermal insulation characteristics of the interior of the bathhouse.

Create good natural lighting.

Ensure the absence of drafts.

Environmentally friendly. When heated, the profile does not emit toxic substances or unpleasant odors.

Allow to ventilate the room, providing an optimal microclimate.

Aesthetic appearance. They go perfectly with the external facade of the building and the interior of the internal rooms.

Panoramic glazing: pros, cons, examples

Large-format glazing, huge floor-to-ceiling windows and “disappearing walls” of glass continue to gain popularity among homeowners. Let's, together with the RMNT portal, look at what panoramic windows can be like, and also figure out what advantages and disadvantages such large-area glazing has.

The portal Rmnt.ru devoted a detailed article to frameless glazing and its types. We also painted frameless glazing of verandas, balconies, and terraces. However, panoramic windows do not necessarily have to be frameless. On the contrary, if a glass structure occupies two floors and an area of ​​more than six to seven square meters, it is impossible to do without reliable support for the glass, that is, frames.

The construction of a large-format window can be aluminum (used for very large windows), PVC or wood.

Important! According to manufacturers, you first need to choose a double-glazed window, and then a window profile. After all, it is the profile that will have to withstand the weight of the glass, and it can be quite large.

The advantages of panoramic glazing are obvious:

• A country house or apartment looks very modern, stylish, exclusive. Such projects always stand out among their neighbors;
• The room gets maximum sunlight, you can save on electricity;
• The room seems more spacious than it actually is;
• A beautiful view is provided (if, of course, the view from your window is actually attractive).

Large-format glazing also has disadvantages:

• It is not easy to clean such huge windows, especially on the upper floors, there will be problems with caring for them;
• You cannot install a wall-mounted radiator under a panoramic window; you need either a floor-mounted connection and installation option, or an in-floor convector. All this needs to be planned at the construction or major renovation stage;
• In summer you will need curtains, blinds, roller shutters, curtains to hide from the hot rays of the sun. Or you will have to purchase tinted windows;
• You will find yourself in front of your neighbors if there is an aquarium effect in front of other houses. In this case, it is advisable to order mirror glass.

Let us separately mention the disadvantages of frameless glazing, such as the inability to install mosquito nets and the low level of heat and sound insulation.

Many homeowners are concerned about the potential disadvantages of panoramic windows, such as increased heat loss, low levels of safety, and condensation in winter. According to the manufacturers, all these disadvantages are far-fetched. Panoramic windows are always made of impact-resistant glass. For example, according to user reviews, triplex is difficult to break even with an ax. In addition, you can order shockproof film separately.

Heat loss will not increase if you order a high-quality double-glazed window and install the profile correctly. To get rid of the risk of condensation and icing, you need to optimally select the installation depth of the glass unit in the profile - at least 18 millimeters. And also ensure the supply of warm air from below by installing a convector built into the floor or a floor radiator.

It should be noted that panoramic glazing is an expensive pleasure. Especially with modern energy-saving double-glazed windows, but they are necessary in the Russian climate. On average, the cost of a window with an area of ​​7.5 meters is 200 thousand rubles. Of course, a lot depends on the manufacturer, the selected glass unit and profile, but in any case the price will be high. And you won’t be able to save money on installation - the installation of large-format windows should be done by professionals.

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Panoramic windows: pros and cons in 2021

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Who hasn't dreamed of an apartment with panoramic windows and breathtaking views of the city? Many developers started with completely “transparent” balconies and loggias, and now you can easily find proposals in new residential complexes that implement the concept of floor-to-ceiling panoramic glazing, or with windows of unusually large sizes.

Panoramic windows: pros and cons

Large windows in an apartment mean space and comfort, light and lightness. This is an opportunity to be closer to nature, the city, while being in a warm and cozy place. This solution looks stylish and modern. The height offers a beautiful view at any time of the day. Not to mention, with floor-to-ceiling windows, you can forget about artificial lighting until sunset.

Admiring the beautiful landscapes, we relax, forget for a while about problems and worries, and our emotions become calmer and happier.

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The main advantages of large windows

The fashionable and popular solution with panoramic or significantly enlarged windows has many advantages, including, for example, the following:

The space seems more spacious due to the abundance of sunlight;

There is an illusion of open air and participation in the busy life of the city, but at the same time the person is in a warm and cozy room;

There is no need for additional lighting;

Your interior design will look modern and stylish.

The main disadvantages of panoramic and enlarged glazing

As you know, there are no such design features and solutions in the construction of buildings that do not have drawbacks.

The disadvantages of panoramic glazing include:

The high cost of non-standard windows and the costs associated with the installation of large structures, respectively - all costs incurred are taken into account in the cost per square meter;

Thermal conductivity of windows and, consequently, loss of heat in the room and increased heating costs. A very pressing question due to the severity of the climate in our region. Find out in detail from the developer what kind of double-glazed windows were used - with double glazing, vacuum, using energy-saving film, etc., how warm and comfortable the apartment will be will depend on this. Experts recommend installing panoramic windows on the south or southwest side of the building, so they are able to “accumulate” the heat of sunlight, as a result of which the room will remain warm longer - take this nuance into account when choosing a specific apartment and layout;

It is impossible to place large furniture against a wall with panoramic windows. Think in advance about how the sofa, bed, and closet will be located.

Advantages of a glass bathing area:

Possibility to swim all year round

A glass pool can be used in winter and summer, in heat, frost, wind and rain.

Always high quality water

In a closed reservoir, the water is much cleaner than in an open one. Precipitation, insects and other pollutants from the external environment do not get there.

Minimum power consumption

The cost of heating water and the edges of an indoor pool is significantly less than for an open reservoir.

Saving on water treatment

In an enclosed space, mechanical cleaning is practically not needed, since there is no contamination from the external environment. And chemical and biological treatment depend only on the intensity of use of the reservoir.