Not very often do we think about the different types of window glass. Usually not until a window is broken and we need to replace it or until we feel the chill from outside in the winter coming through our window glass.

But there are several types of window glass, all of which have some benefits and some drawbacks. Here are a few.

Insulated Glass Windows. These windows are constructed with two panes of glass separated by a space filled with air. They are hermetically sealed to improve insulating properties.

Gas Filled Windows. This is one of the types of window glass that is similar to that above, except the space between the panes is filled with typically either argon or krypton gas. Filling the space with gas improves the insulation provided by these windows.

Heat Absorbing Window Tints. Tints on these types of window glass keep much of the solar heat out of your home or business. They also reduce glare from the outside considerably.

Low Emissivity (Low E) Coatings.  In this one of the types of window glass, special coatings reduce the flow of heat through your windows. It may be very beneficial in cold weather climates.

Reflective Coatings. Special coatings on these types of window glass decrease the amount of solar light coming through your windows. This helps cut down on glare as well as decreasing heat transfer from the sun.

Spectrally Selective Coatings. These types of window glass filter out a large portion of solar heat that usually comes through your windows while admitting complete sunlight.

In addition to the above types of window glass, you can also choose from float glass (a type of glass that is very smooth and of a very consistent thickness), annealed glass that is very strong but for safety reasons isn’t used often in buildings, and fully tempered glass that is much stronger than annealed glass and is considered safety glass.

If you have a need for specialized safety glass, you may want to choose heat soaked tempered glass. This is one of the types of window glass that has been heated to test for breakage from nickel sulfide inclusions. It’s used typically for glass railings and other applications where breakage is much more than an inconvenience.

Whatever type of glass you choose, call FEDERAL GLASS AND MIRROR at 508-872-3563. Mike and John Purpura have a long family history of excellence in many types of glass replacement and installation.

The benefits of decorative glass are not often considered by most people when thinking about the impression their home makes. But decorative glass can add elegance and grace to your home.

Think about this: Your front door is like a book cover. It can beckon others to your home or turn them away. Even if whoever is looking at your door knows nothing about you or what’s inside your home. Just like with a book.

One of the benefits of decorative glass is its ability to make your home inviting from the beginning. It sets the mind of those coming to your home to like the rest of what they see … or not. And this may also generalize to you.

So, making your home more attractive to others may improve your social standing as well.

Another of the benefits of decorative glass is adding natural light to your home. Natural light increases your feeling of comfort in your home and may even bring health benefits with it. Increased natural light has been shown to improve mood, thinking, and general outlook on life.

Adding the right kind of decorative glass to your doorway can improve the energy efficiency of your home. This is a very practical one of the benefits of decorative glass.

Yet another of the benefits of decorative glass is potential added value to your home. Not very many additions to your home will affect its value when you choose to sell. Installing decorative glass can have an impact on your home’s value. This is especially true if you should choose to sell at the same time other, very similar, homes are for sale in the same area. The decorative glass can set your home apart and serve to keep it firmly in the minds of potential buyers.

Another of the benefits of decorative glass is the cost compared to completely replacing your front door. Often, adding glass to your existing door will be less expensive than changing out your entire door. It also should take less time and disruption of your home.

One of the great benefits of decorative glass is the opportunity to personalize your home. There are many variations available for this kind of personalization. Choosing one that fits you and your family will give you many years of pleasure every time you come home.

For the best in decorative glass for your home, call FEDERAL GLASS AND MIRROR at 508-872-3563. Mike and John Purpura have a long family history of excellence in many types of glass replacement and installation.

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