With our houses getting larger comes the installation of larger glass windows – often to the point of comprising entire walls. J&J Glass and Aluminium’s installation of windows and glazed door frames present the ability for your home to admit natural light and breezes, and allow a seamless connection with the outdoors to establish the look of an indoor/outdoor space. In a house designed well, they also admit the sun’s warmth in winter to assist passive thermal performance. Installing Internal thermal blinds or curtains can also assist greatly in preventing heat loss or gain through windows in the cooler and hotter months of the year, but to tackle unwanted radiant heat gain in the warmer months, it is far more efficient to avoid the sun hitting the glass in the first place through installing Ozsun’s external shade systems.

The Key Benefits of Triple Glazed Glass Windows During Summer in Australia

From a thermal efficiency perspective, windows are the weak link in a home’s building plan. Your Home notes that up to 40% of a home’s heating energy can be lost and up to 87% of its heat gained through windows. Installing efficient triple-glazed glass with thermally broken frames (preventing heat conduction through the frame) perform a lot better—advanced glazing solutions can exclude up to 60% of heat compared to plain single glazing. Advances in glass technology mean that today’s glass is designed to be energy efficient to help reduce power bills and increase the comfort of your home.

• The key benefits are directly related to comfort and temperature control within the home environment.
• They prevent heat from getting in and warming up the house during summer.
• Triple-glazed windows are more energy-efficient and effective in reducing power bills.
• They are effective in achieving noise reduction, and can therefore add value to your property, especially in noise-heavy areas and busy roads.

J&J Glass and Aluminium’s triple glazed glass installation is an effective way to keep the house cooler as well as become more energy efficient. This type of glazing has two panes with a special gap filled in the space between them, in which the gases enhance the insulation. With a single glazed glass window, the indoor temperature must be consistently regulated with constant heating or cooling measures. The higher the insulating qualities of the window or the higher the star rating of the product, the more consistent the indoor temperature. If the indoor temperature is consistent and comfortable, there is a lesser to no need for heating and cooling of the home by a heating source or air conditioner, thus allowing energy saving results to take place.

J & J Glass and Aluminium offers a comprehensive line of glass products and services that are manufactured to the highest standard. As with glass repairs, new installations must comply with the existing building code regulations. The glass must be the appropriate product and the mechanical fixing or framing must also deliver a secure and sound foundation for any new glass installation. Safety is our main priority and responsibility not only while installing glass but also for the long term safety of the installation.

The Key Benefits of External Shade Systems During Summer in Australia

When people think of how to cover their windows their initial thought is often curtains. But to keep your house cool in the Australian summer, it is better to adopt a more holistic approach. It is not only the inside of your house which needs protection but also the outside. Both external and internal blinds and awnings provide excellent protection from the sun and will assist you in lowering your energy bills and energy consumption.

All homes in Australia are required under the building code to have windows in any room, which is determined to be habitable. The windows must be equivalent to at least 10% of the total floor space. In some houses, this can be a large number of windows and a lot of heat trying to transfer into the house. When determining what type of window blind or external awning will best suit the needs of the specific room there are a number of factors to take into consideration. It is also important to remember that different windows in your house will potentially need different coverings depending on the individual style and location of each.

Initially, look at your window orientation and the size of the windows. If your windows are facing west they will need added protection to prevent the afternoon sun from heating up the house. A greener and more economical way to prevent heat from transferring into your house is to install an Ozsun external shade system. A simple awning can block the direct sunlight hitting your window, making your room cool throughout the summer without the need of air conditioners.

External shade systems and structures fall into two broad categories: fixed and adjustable. Fixed shade systems have the advantage of efficiency and simplicity, and with no moving parts, are usually easier to maintain and last longer. Adjustable shade systems allow a home’s occupants much more added control over how much direct sun to admit. Such systems can be motorised or manually operated. Ozsun external shade systems are made from reinforced extruded aluminium and are available in a full range of powder-coated colours to meet Australian Standards. They are easy to clean and hard-wearing.

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