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Different Uses of Reflective Glass

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Post date February 5, 2020
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Reflective glass holds a significant place in the awe-inspiring universe of glass due to its superior aesthetics and stellar functionalities. It protects against solar glare, contributes to architectural aesthetics, and increases energy efficiency. The reflective glass reflects away a greater amount of heat as compared to ordinary float glass and is also less prone to thermal breakage.

Applications of Reflective Glass

Glass with reflective coatings has found several applications in architecture. These coatings have high reflectance, which provides UV and IR protection. Listed below are some of its applications for your reference. 

Exterior applications

Reflective glass is widely used in the exteriors of commercial façades, shopping malls, educational institutions, stand-alone storefronts, air traffic control towers, restaurants, hotel rooms, petrol bunk windows, and much more.

Benefits of Reflective Glass

As seen above, reflective glass is a versatile material with multiple applications. Its prime advantage is that it significantly reduces solar glare absorption, but that is not all. Listed below are a few key benefits of installing reflective glass at your home or office.

Optical comfort

Coated reflective glass undoubtedly provides a more soothing atmosphere inside an office space by reducing the harsh solar glare. It is designed specifically for optimal sunlight infiltration. The tint or hue further eliminates the need to install blinds or window shutters inside a room, which means you get an enhanced sense of space. Reflective glass manufactured with a Low-E coating increases optical comfort and makes the building more energy-efficient. Energy efficiency makes a structure more sustainable, reduces energy bills, provides enhanced thermal comfort, reduces the need for artificial lighting, and much more.

Varied colour choices

Reflective glass is available in various shades, such as bronze, silver, dark grey, green, dark blue, etc. You can choose a shade that best aligns with the colour of your structure’s framing, panelling, stonework, etc. Reflective glass panes also significantly reduce HVAC (Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning unit) costs and enhance their lifespan.

Ensures Privacy

A certain type of thin metallic coating on the glass’s surface can also provide it with a one-way mirror effect, rendering it opaque for people standing on the outside looking in. This gives people on the inside of the glass structure privacy while letting them take advantage of the panoramic views of their external surroundings. People and vehicles on the outside can only see a reflection of themselves on the surface of such buildings.

Summer comfort

Reflective surfaces cut back on the solar glare and scorching heat but allow for tonnes of natural light to pass through, enhancing overall thermal comfort inside a building. This makes dwelling behind reflective glass very comfortable, especially during the sweltering summer months. If you work or live inside a structure that is in the direct line of solar glare, reflective glass is the perfect solution for you.

Unsung health benefits

The hues on the reflective glass are not just for show. The coating protects the interiors of your building from absorbing harmful ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) rays. This is not only beneficial for you but also for your furnishings, like upholstery, carpets, rugs, etc. Exposure to harsh sunlight can cause these furnishings to fade quickly.

The Bottom Line

Looking to get reflective glass panes installed? Turn to AIS for all your glass-related woes. We offer high-quality reflective glass in several colours, sizes, and thicknesses. AIS has been one of the leading reflective glass manufacturers in India for over 30 decades. We provide end-to-end services with a quick turnaround time. Log on to our website or give us a call to get a customised quote today!

Frequently Asked Questions on Annealed Glass

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Post date February 5, 2020
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Modern-day glass innovations have left many with a sense of awe and wonder. After all, glass’ multitudinous abilities are the reason for it being revered as the choicest building material in many an architect’s and interior designer’s books. But, wouldn’t it be a delight to know the genesis of it all? Where did it all begin? Well, with the process of annealing! Annealed glass is the foundation on which all contemporary glass innovations rest. So, let’s find out about this wondrous glass in detail.

The Process of Annealing: A Wonder in Itself

One of the unique features of glass is how it behaves with temperature variation. When exposed to heat, it expands, and when exposed to cold, it contracts. Exposure to differential temperatures creates stress between the outer and inner layers of glass. The difference in stress levels within the glass pane can lead to breakage at room temperature. This is why it is imperative to cool glass down in a controlled manner and according to a predetermined temperature gradient. Doing this allows the interior as well as the exterior surface to cool off uniformly without breaking. The process where glass is made to cool in a controlled manner to relieve stress is called annealing.

What Is Annealed Glass?

Also known as float glass or plate glass, annealed glass is the glass that results from the process of annealing. For most glass panes, the annealing temperatures fall between 454°C to 482°C. Once the annealing process is complete and the glass has cooled down systematically, it can be drilled, cut, filleted and polished without the fear of it shattering. In a nutshell, annealed glass is the base to all modern-day innovative glass solutions.

Multifarious Applications: Journey of Annealed Glass

Annealed glass is commonly used in small-size windows that do not need to withstand high temperatures or pressures. Since this type of glass is easy to mould, it can also be used as a transparent glazing material for the building envelope, like external walls. This type of glass tends to shatter on impact which is why it is mostly made to undergo further processing like heat-strengthening, chemical tempering, lamination, back painting, etc., to improve its applications. As a result, annealed glass can be made stronger and more durable, decorative and aesthetically more appealing, energy-efficient, noise-resistant, opaque in appearance, and so on.

Annealed Glass: From Crystal-Clear Clarity to Much More

Since annealed glass intrinsically has high-clarity, it allows for a higher degree of light to pass through it. Using windows made of annealed glass allows a healthy amount of natural light to permeate into your homes and makes them bright and comfortable. Alternatively, if you like natural light, but not too much of it, annealed glass also comes in several tints, with an ability to produce a diverse range of opacities. Since this glass can be cut, drilled and polished easily, fabricators often customise it as per the final requirements before putting it through the final process of tempering or laminating. Annealed glass is manufactured in an eco-friendly manner. This makes it sustainable and environment-friendly.

Difference between Annealed Glass and Toughened Glass

Annealed glass is at the base of every type of further glass processing. For instance, it is put through the process of tempering through which toughened safety glass is manufactured. Tempering does not alter the shape or size of the pre-cut annealed pane, it simply makes it at least four to five times stronger than its counterpart. When annealed glass breaks on impact, it may shatter but heat-tempered glass does not shatter easily. It also does not smash into pieces if the impact is strong enough to break it. Tempered glass shatters into blunt, pebble-like pieces that do not fall to the floor easily.

How Do I Install Annealed Glass?

You don’t! You call a trained technician who works with a reputed glass manufacturer and get it professionally-installed. Since annealed glass is not tempered, it can shatter into relatively sharper pieces if not handled with care. Getting annealed glass installed in your new home or getting an old annealed window pane replaced is a task that needs expert equipment and hands. Purchase annealed panes from a trusted brand that has been in this industry for several years.

The Bottom Line

Annealed or Float glass has several applications, both in residential properties as well as commercial enclaves, especially once it is toughened and laminated. With modern advancements in glass fabrication, product variants such as ultra-thin annealed glass are finding applications in electronics technology, such as computer and mobile phone screens, and new-age televisions.

Looking for annealed or any other type of glass for your next project? Reach out to AIS Glass for all your glass-related woes and needs. Our Clear Float Glass comes with a precise surface flatness that ensures 100% distortion-free vision. As a result, both true and reflected images appear very bright with crystal-clear clarity. Moreover, all processing techniques such as insulating, laminating, glazing, thermal toughening, enamelling, silk-screen printing, sandblasting, acid-etching, and bending can be easily carried out on AIS Clear Float Glass. So, what are you waiting for? Get in touch with us today!

5 Soundproofing Tips to Block Street Noise

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Post date February 3, 2020
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It is no secret that our cities have gotten painfully noisy over the last decade? This problem is not limited to peak office hours anymore. The sound of construction and traffic is a constant cacophony throughout the day and sometimes even at night.

Street noise creates stress and fatigue. Your home should be a place where you can wash off the day’s troubles and unwind in peace. If you live in a cacophonous neighbourhood with no recourse, then soundproofing your windows and doors is the ultimate solution to your noise-related woes. The same goes for office settings. Noise pollution thwarts productivity. Imagine getting a task done with horns blaring right outside your office window.

A wall is a solid, sealed structure that does not allow for sound to seep inside. It is the windows and doors that act as the main source of noise leakage. A window and door is essentially a hole in the wall allowing sound to drain in or out. In modern architecture, a lot of stress is being laid on replacing long solid walls with a large number of glass windows and doors. Increased fenestration requirements have opened up spaces and ushered in more natural light, but this has also increased the potential of noise seeping inside our dwellings.

5 Ways to Block Street Noise

A significant reduction in sound can simply be achieved by taking care of the main sources leaking noise inside – doors and more importantly windows. It is impossible to control your external surroundings, but here are some nifty tips that can help you reduce street noise.

Install Soundproof Windows

Sound proof glass windows are specially designed to reduce noise caused due to street commotion by up to 42 decibels. This feat is possible due to double glazing. Two layers of laminated glass are fitted inside a single frame that traps external noise between them. Double-glazed acoustic windows absorb noise and ensure that it does not reverberate inside a room. For example, windows made from AIS Acoustic glass have exceptional sound absorption properties. They can kill street noise by up to 90%, which is 60% more than an ordinary 5mm glass window.

The Science behind Soundproof Windows

These windows must create a barrier between the noise and your ear to reduce sound. This barrier has to be strong enough to fragment and capture sound waves. Walls, doors and windows, all act as a barrier that catches sound all day. To increase a window’s ability to absorb noise, a manufacturer has to do three critical things – add more mass to a glass pane by cutting it thicker, increase the space between two glass panes to add more area for sound waves to get trapped, use a glass-plastic-glass specialised sandwich pane.

Double-paned sound proof glass along with airtight framework is the best at blocking sound. This is by far the most effective solution for curbing street noise. Apart from blocking noise, sound proof glass also increases thermal comfort, is easy to install and maintain, provides UV protection, and reduces the amount of dust entering inside your home or office.

Seal Sound Leaks

Look over your walls closely for cracks or gaps, especially near the window frames. Even the tiniest of gaps make a room susceptible to external noise leaking in. Once you have located cracks or gaps, get a professional to look them over. The professional may suggest replacing your window(s) with sound proof glass if they have become too old and are adversely affecting the structural strength of your walls, causing cracks and gaps. Otherwise, get these gaps sealed with noise-blocking caulk or sealant.

Reinforce With Soundproof Curtains

If you live in a particularly noisy neighbourhood, you may need to go a step further after installing sound proof glass windows. Once the installation process has been completed, lace the windows with sound blocking curtains, which are specifically designed to cull street noise. Remember that these curtains work best only when installed with the support of soundproof windows. Installing thick soundproof curtains as a stand-alone item will prove to be a waste of money.

Build Natural Barriers

Do you know that plants and shrubs can fragment sound waves and are good noise barriers? If you live in a house on the ground floor, with a small lawn or a footpath right outside, plant a line of tall shrubs. Not only will this help the environment and enhance the overall beauty of your home, but it will also significantly cull street noise.

Reinforce Your Doors

A lot of noise tends to sneak into your homes through doors. For instance, if you live by the highway, consider installing a solidly sealed wooden glass door. Both wood and glass are excellent materials for absorbing sound. Wooden glass doors also provide a sense of openness and usher in a great deal of natural light.

Final Thoughts

Looking to improve acoustics and reduce street noise pouring inside your home or workplace? Turn to AIS Glass and counter this problem permanently. Our sound proof glass windows come laminated, featuring a PVB interlayer layer that has exceptional sound absorption qualities. Our sound proof glass windows can reduce external noise by up to 40%.

So, what are you waiting for? Get in touch with us today!

Back Painted Glass: The Easiest Way to Create A Luxurious Effect

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Post date February 3, 2020
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Imagine a silky-smooth wall with a flawless finish and colour, providing a luxe-like vibe to your room. Luxury is all about the right juxtaposition of traditional and modern to create a look that is sleek and current, but not sterile by any means. A pop of colour can be that little touch required to make any space cutting-edge and inviting. And when coupled with the glossy finish of glass, the outcome is more splendid. Back painted glass is a member of the glass family, which though popular for decoration, is a kind where form serves a function.

This type of glass has diverse applications, and it can be used in literally any and every room of your home or office. Be it the kitchen, bathroom, study, drawing, or dining room at your home or conference hall, cabins, or cubicles in your office; this type of glass provides elegance wherever it is installed.

What Is Back Painted Glass?

Also known as lacquered glass, back painted glass is exactly what it sounds like – glass that has been painted from one side. This leads to the glass becoming opaque from the other side. Lacquered glass is rapidly gaining popularity due to its aesthetic prowess and has found applications in commercial complexes, residential properties, and entertainment venues. Glass has always added a certain “Je ne sai quois” or X-factor to the interiors and exteriors of buildings. Back painted glass cranks this X-factor up a notch. Distempering can never give your wall the same flawless finish as lacquered glass can.

The Science behind Lacquered Glass

A pre-cut sheet of glass is first cleaned thoroughly to ensure that no dry or wet debris is lingering on the surface. Debris left uncleaned will get embedded on the glass surface and will lead to a substandard product finish. After this, masking tape is laced throughout the front edges of the slab to ensure that it does not get coated with paint. The glass pane is then laid flat on a surface and paint is applied to the open side, usually in multiple coats. Many a time, the glass can be transferred to a large oven, which will bake the wet paint, ensuring good adhesion. Back painted glass can be cut and polished in case the size and dimensions need to be altered following its manufacture.

Lacquered Glass: Where Form Serves Function

If you are looking to amplify the spatial aesthetics of your home or office, then back painted glass is your ideal pick. There are several benefits to getting this type of glass installed, and they are all not related to aesthetics alone. Keep reading to find out how lacquered glass can complete the spectrum of design, safety, and durability.

Spectacular Chromatic Assortment

Gone are the days when glass was considered useful only because of its transparency and could be used only for doors, windows, and partitions. Glass applications today have quadrupled, and back painted glass is one of the reasons why. There is a vast variety of colours and patterns available in this type. You will be spoiled for choice. There is a back painted glass colour for every personality and every mood. Select from a range of striking colours or pastels, depending on your desire and the purpose of your space.

Superior Durability with Low-Maintenance

The finish on the back painted glass lasts a lifetime as opposed to painted or textured walls. Since the paint is behind a sturdy surface of glass, it never comes into direct contact with heat, humidity, or moisture. This preserves the look and finish of the coloured glass wall, thus making it completely maintenance-free. You can also drill a hole into it to hang photo frames. Back painted glass does not allow much grime or dirt to settle on its surface and is also very easy to wipe clean. The multiple coatings of paint make this glass very strong and durable. It does not crack, chip, or dent and can withstand external pressure.

Heat and Humidity-Resistant

Back painted glass has fantastic applications in kitchens and bathrooms since it has a great capacity to endure heat and humidity. Be it hot oil spills from pans or hot water from showers, lacquered glass will happily sustain such spill-overs while giving your rooms a gorgeous sense of style and chicness. If you want a sense of luxury in your bathroom or kitchen, clad your plain, dull-looking walls, basins, slabs, backsplash, kitchen island, and cabinets with back painted glass.

The Bottom Line

Whatever your spatial goals may be for your home or office, back painted glass will easily fit into them. Given the range of designs, you will certainly find a colour that matches your sensibilities.

Get back painted glass installed by AIS. Our spectacular range of AIS Décor will make you spoilt for choice. From soothing, earthy tones of Earthy Brown and Terracotta to bright and bold shades of Autumn Orange, Chrome Yellow, and Venetian Red to royal metallic tones of Sterling Silver and Sparkling Mystic Gold, AIS Décor is available in them all. Rely on our team of professionally-trained technicians to use top-of-the-line tools to fulfil all your glass requirements. So, what are you waiting for? Get in touch with us today!

Choosing the Right Back Painted Glass for Your Kitchen

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Post date February 2, 2020
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Those homes are the best where the kitchen is loved well. After all, the heart of the home must have the heart of its residents. One way of expressing your love for your kitchen is giving it a makeover – one that reflects the delectability of the mouth-watering dishes that adorn its counter-tops.

And when it comes to revamping your kitchen, no other architectural material offers a more perfect blend of modernism and elegance as glass. After all, as they say, absolute perfection cannot be improved! Incorporation of glass into a space instantly adds a touch of sophistication, the likes of which remain unchallenged to this day. No wonder glass has become the most beloved material among architects and homeowners alike.

Moreover, modern-day glass solutions have overcome the standard fluid visual appeal that is inherent to glass. Ordinary glass has evolved from its humble origins to include all types of colourful shades that are capable of sprucing up any space from drab to fab. One such glass solution is the lacquered glass – made by back painting one surface of float glass with a solid coating of lacquer and then oven-curing to lock in its unique features of opacity and coloured appearance.

Benefits of Lacquered Glass

Durable

If you are worried that by opting for lacquered glass, you will be compromising on quality for aesthetics, then you can breathe a sigh of relief. Lacquered glass is more than just its flawless finish on the surface. The lacquer applied at the back of the glass protects it from damage and ensures its durability. The long-lasting nature of the solution used and the toughness of the glass make sure that your lacquered glass looks as good as new even after years of usage.

Easy to Modify and Model

Lacquered glass gives you a lot of flexibility to experiment with. It can easily be cut, drilled, and edge-finished. You can also get it polished as per your needs.

Resistant to Moisture and Heat

What makes lacquered glass a great addition to your home is its exceptional ability to withstand temperatures of up to 80-degrees Celsius, making it an excellent option for highly humid areas such as your kitchen. Along with this, lacquered glass blocks out harmful UV rays, thereby staying immune from discolouration.

Easy to Maintain and Clean

Lacquered glass is very easy to maintain. All it requires is a wipe down. It also doesn’t trap germs or bacteria, ensuring that your kitchen is hygienic and clean.

Increases Visual Appeal

Available in a wide variety of colours, the installation of lacquered glass in your home can breathe new life into its interiors, given the vibrant shades of the glass and its highly glossy finish.

Uses of Lacquered Glass in Kitchen

For the space that brings friends and family together through sumptuous meals, the high-end, trendy look of lacquered glass is all that is needed to give that ‘x’ factor. Here are some ways that you can use lacquered glass to stylise and innovate your kitchen –

Backsplash

Lacquered glass works great as kitchen backsplash. After all, a dull backsplash makes for a very uninspiring kitchen – a space where cooking up delectable victuals becomes a challenge. Installing lacquered glass as a backsplash allows you to add colours to your kitchen. Moreover, they are stain-resistant and also make for easier clean-ups, unlike their traditional counterparts – kitchen tiles.

Kitchen Cabinets

If you want to give your kitchen a sleek and modern appearance then installing lacquered glass cabinets is the perfect option. As lacquered glass is easy to clean and does not trap germs, lacquered glass cabinets can make your kitchen look more high-end and contemporary than their traditional counterparts.

Wall-Panelling

Creating wall panels with colourful lacquered glass panels adds a creative look to your kitchen wall. Not only do they enhance your kitchen’s look, but they also eliminate the hassle of getting your kitchen walls repainted year after year.

Countertops

You can also use lacquered glass on kitchen countertops or kitchen island tops to increase the visual appeal of your kitchen. The scratch-resistance, low-maintenance properties of lacquered glass are handy features that allow you to bake your heart out without fearing any mess!

Magnetic Boards

Have a tough time keeping track of your day’s to-dos and organising your grandma’s recipes? Why opt for a lacquered glass magnetic board on which you can easily and readily note down your daily to-do list. Moreover, the board hanging right in front of the gas-top serves as a handy means to look up the recipe for the day!

Looking for top-of-the-line, aesthetically appealing lacquered glass solutions? Look no further than AIS Glass – a full-service offering of India’s largest integrated glass manufacturer – Asahi India Glass Limited. We offer lacquered glass in a myriad of shades ranging from bold and bright tones to calm pastel ones, even royal metallic shades. Be done with your kitchen’s bland interiors and grant it newfound life with the colourful world of lacquered glass! Our team of experts will provide you 360-degree support, right from the initial stage of product selection up until installation and even after-sales guidance.

So, what are you waiting for? Revive your kitchen today! Get in touch with us.

An Architect’s Guide to Glass Façade

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Post date February 1, 2020
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Skyscrapers in modern cities, whether residential or commercial, tend to glamorize themselves by way of the owner’s stylistic choices. Today, one of the most preferred ways to instantly enhance the style quotient of a tall building is a glass façade. Apart from lending a contemporary yet open look to a modern-day building, glass façades also offer sound and heat-insulation, making them a favourite of architects. Bespoke cladding, challenging geometrical designs, and striking outlooks of glass facades ensure protection against irregular winds and seismic conditions as well. As an architect, you might be loosely familiar with the basics of a façade. To enrich you more, here is a valuable guide about the intricacies of glass facades.

Types of Glass Facades

Curtain Wall

Curtain walls are non-load bearing curtain-like structures attached to the floor of the building in which the façade is to be incorporated. Such facades have to support only their weight and not the dead load weight imposed by the building. Connections exist between the curtain wall and the building’s columns and floors so that the weight of the wind can be transferred from the façade. These types of facades are both aesthetically pleasing and exceedingly functional, providing resistance to wind and water infiltration. Resistance to seismic forces and a thermal barrier is also provided by such glass facades.

Curtain walls can be customised according to the need of the building and the design choice of the client. It can take the form of many interesting patterns and styles.

Storefront Wall

This is another non-load bearing façade type designed primarily for ground floors. It spans between the ground and the roof of the building above it and offers optimal thermal and sound insulation when constructed using specialised glasses. It is a cost-effective option and can be customised according to the client’s desires.

Framing Systems

Stick Systems

Vertical support mullions form the frames for these types of glass facades. These extrusions are usually entirely constructed away from the site of installation. Later, the mullions are taken to the location of construction and glass panels are fit into them. Typically, the vertical extrusions are also supported by horizontal frames, which in turn, make the glass-framed from all sides.

Usually, the mullions used in the stick systems are made using materials like aluminium, steel, concrete, or wood. Depending on the stylistic choice, any of these materials can be used. Structured silicone, toggle-locked, bolted, or pressure-capped stick systems are installed in mid-rise or low-rise buildings because of their high costs.

Unitized System

As the name suggests, such glass facades are usually made in the factory and then carried to the site of installation. This essentially means that unitized systems come ready to be installed at the building. The continuous system can span multiple floors in tall buildings. Vents and windows can also be installed in unitized-framed facades. Since the entire framing system is constructed in a factory with controlled climatic conditions, features like moisture and air-resistance can easily be incorporated into them. Mobile street cranes, tower cranes, or monorails are usually used to carry the completed systems to the site.

Semi-Unitized Systems

Semi-unitized systems consist of the best of both stick systems and unitized systems. Glass facades of this type are encased in a stick made metal cassettes. The glass is in-filled in the cassettes at the factory. The individual cassettes are later carried to the site of construction and are assembled with other cassettes on-site. The bonding of one metal case with another happens with gaskets, making the assembly and installation both fast and safe. These types of systems require the application of structural silicone during the installation process.

Building Performance

The purpose behind the installation of glass facades is not merely their aesthetic value. Glass facades can add other features to the building.

Regulated Energy Consumption

To make a building more energy-efficient, the kind of glass used for a façade should be selected carefully. Energy-efficient glass made by AIS Glass is a good choice. While providing optimal insulation, energy-efficient glass also maximises the amount of light entering the building. Building-integrated photovoltaic can also be used to preserve energy.

Acoustics

High-quality acoustic glass can be used in construction where a quiet environment is desired. Sound Transmission Class and Outdoor Indoor transmission class indices can be used to evaluate the acoustic performance of buildings with glass facades.

Security

While getting glass facades, security is often the primary concern. The best way to ensure safety is using toughened glass like AIS Stronglas or similar solutions with multipoint locking systems. Additional security measures can also be taken in framing or installation.

At AIS Glass, we manufacture high-quality glasses meant to create contemporary, stylish, and pragmatic facades for modern buildings. We have all kinds of glass solutions available and can customise different glass types according to your needs. Contact us today to enjoy a wide range of interior and exterior glass solutions!

Glass Inspired Architectural Marvels of the Decade

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Post date January 30, 2020
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People all across the globe have had a long-standing love affair with glass as a material for all types of dwellings. Architects around the world are enamoured with its beauty, versatility and unique technical capabilities. The way glass reflects light is genuinely mesmerising. The way it creates an expansive sense of space is unachievable with any other material. No wonder designers and architects around the world wax lyrical about the exquisite and fluidic properties of glass. They are gaga about the panache and class it adds to any type of dwelling.

Earlier, glass was mostly used for windows, doors and partitions, but in the last decade or so, its utility has been taken to a whole new level. Several buildings across the world have popped up with a glass exterior, and they shimmer and stand out like no other. Let us look at a few glass-inspired marvels of the decade around the world.

The Burj Khalifa in Dubai

Who does not know of this iconic building in Dubai? It is, after all, the highest manmade structure in the world. Standing tall at 2,716.5 feet, the Burj Khalifa’s façade boasts an impeccable combination of glass, aluminium and silicone. Special consideration was given to minimise heat transmission for energy conservation. More than 24,000 cladding panels were used over a whopping curtain wall area of 132,000 meters to achieve energy-efficiency. The glass on the exterior facade includes high-performance reflective glazing. The Khalifa comprises of multitudes of silicone sealants, structural adhesives, aluminium mullions etc.

The Shard in London

The Shard in London is quite literally a shard of glass near the London Bridge. It is a commercial tower made from glass, reinforced concrete and steel. The tower uses a bright blue, highly reflective laminated glass to reflect excessive heat. The shard reflects the sky, clouds and the sun of the city of London beautifully. On a sunny day, the building shimmers unabashedly much like a shard of glass.

This 94-storey high glass shard was designed by the Italian architect, Renzo Piano and was unveiled for the public in 2013. The Shard is a neo-futuristic piece of a fluidic skyscraper that poses as a wonder to all who visit this timeless city. It also has a 53-meter-deep foundation that provides it with unwavering support.

The Shanghai Tower in China

The world’s second-highest structure also houses the world’s highest observation deck. The Shanghai tower is a flag bearer of modern-day architecture. The tower’s core is made up of 30 square meters worth of concrete. This base supports an outer structure made of laminated glass. This transparent façade looks glorious and also provides unique structural sensibilities to the tower. This glassy skyscraper utilises two layers of highly-reflective glass panels to lower heat absorption and provide extra strength to withstand the harsh wind loads that the building must endure at such a height.

This tower breaks several architectural records around the world, but all of it pales in comparison to the fact that the Shanghai Tower saved 58,000 million dollars in material cost due to its ingenious design. Gensler, the architectural mastermind behind this tower conducted wind tunnel tests to refine the tower’s form, thereby reducing the wind load by 24%.

The Dubai Mall in Dubai

Meet the second largest mall in the world. This gargantuan enclave is equivalent in size to more than 50 football fields! Unfathomable, isn’t it? This mall has a total internal floor area of 5.9 million square feet. Imagine this complex as a tiny town structure with streets and water parks having 80 million shoppers visit its premises annually. The interior, as well as the exterior, has been beautifully constructed with a myriad of materials with glass and steel being the majoritarian contributors. The use of polished and reinforced fibreglass panels clads the interiors, storefronts, stairs, doors and windows of this magnificent structure. The grandeur of the Dubai Mall is well worth witnessing.

Concluding Thoughts

The list of architectural marvels that champion glass is endless. The last decade saw countless skyscrapers that used glass beautifully in tandem with other materials. Innovative uses of glass are not only seen in commercial skyscrapers but also residential dwellings. It is light, affordable, fluidic and available for all types of constructional aspirations.

AIS Glass offers stunning varieties of this material for all your needs. Be it your desire to remodel your home or office premises; our experts provide superior quality glass solutions for both interiors and exteriors. Get all your needs met, both for aesthetics and functionality with AIS Glass glass solutions! Contact us today.

Emerging Glass Solutions Used in Architecture

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Post date January 25, 2020
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Glass no more exists to provide transparency alone. You can also use it to diffuse light by purchasing a variant that is translucent or tinted. Secondly, that glass is weak and shatters on contact is now a myth. Of course, glass is not as strong as concrete or steel, but modern innovations have provided it with a substantial amount of strength, which was not the case before. There are many emerging variants of this material that can be used in renovating or constructing properties. Our list here can act as your starter kit for understanding the multifaceted nature of this stellar material.

If you are planning to reinvent your home or office and want to add a sense of openness to that space, then glass is the right material for you! A tonne of spatial innovation is possible if you know which type of glass does what and where it can be used best.

Switchable/Smart Glass

This elegant material just got more attractive! Smart glass uses modern-day technology to switch from opaque to transparent or vice versa. This type of glass can alternate the light transmitting through it by passing an electric current through it. While manufacturing smart glass, a film of liquid crystals in introduced to the pane which is sensitive to electrical current. With just the push of a button, this glass turns transparent.

The applications of such a product are manifold. It’s predominantly used for creating privacy and can be utilised in making partitions and/or windows at offices, hospitals and houses. It also works as electronic curtains providing privacy when needed.

High Performance Glass

This awe-inspiring variant is what gives modern-day glass skyscrapers their visual appeal. But that is not all; this variant is exceptional at sun control and reflects away a considerable amount of heat. Highly-reflective glass has a unique metallic coating on it which cuts off solar heat. This coating also provides a slight mirror-like effect on the glass’ surface. Ever wondered why the sky reflects so clearly on these gorgeous glass offices? It is because of this coating on the surface of ordinary glass, making it highly reflective.

Since this variant does not absorb much heat, it makes any structure very energy-efficient. This glass has maximum applications in office complexes. Employees working inside these structures get a beautiful view of their external surroundings along with ample daylight, but the people outside are unable to look inside.

Back Painted Glass

Imagine a coloured wall made of glass. Back-painted glass is available in countless colours. This type of glass has a silky and fluidic appeal to it. Back painted glass manufactured by coating one side with high-quality paints followed by an oven-curing process to lock in its unique features. Apart from the ornamental benefits, this coating also provides a great deal of strength to the glass, making it very durable and long-lasting. This type of glass requires zero-maintenance and is excellent for dealing with wet and humid surroundings. Back Painted glass has fantastic applications in turning your bathroom and kitchen into nothing less than a work of art. Use it to build bathroom walls, shower stalls, kitchen drawers or cabinets and rest assured that this variant won’t let you down.

Frosted or Acid-Etched Glass

This is a beneficial variant that allows for pristine light diffusion, thus, amplifying the elegance of any room it’s used in. Frosted glass is manufactured by taking a transparent sheet of glass and purposely blasting it with sand or by using acid for etching on it. The surface of this variant is not clear but rather translucent which allows for light to smoothly diffuse around it. The light scatters on this surface which obscures visibility.

This type of glass is mostly used in skylights, bedroom doors, office cabins and bathrooms. Talking further about skylights; solar rays can usher in aggressively during the morning time. The frosted glass used in skylight windows turns the harsh solar rays into gentle diffused ones.

Toughened Glass

This is a type of safety glass manufactured via a process in which standard glass is toughened through chemical or thermal tempering. It is desired mainly because of its durability, impact-resistance and safety. Even on rare occasions when toughened glass succumbs to an external impact, it does not shatter into sharp shards unlike standard glass but into small, blunt, pebble-like pieces incapable of causing injuries. This variant can be used on the ceiling-to-floor French windows or tall balcony doors. It also has wide applications in exhibition areas and window displays.

Contemporary glass skyscrapers have overwhelmed onlookers. Various high-profile residential dwellings, for instance, the renowned Ambani home called ‘Antilia’, have learned to harness this material at its very best. Invest in this great material by visiting AIS Glass today! We are leading India’s glass innovation by manufacturing glass solutions that cater to all aesthetic and functional needs. Step into the world of AIS Glass and step out with innovative solutions for all your glass-related needs! Get in touch today.

Lacquered Glass for Kitchen of Your Dreams

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Post date January 25, 2020
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“One cannot think well, love well, and sleep well, if one has not dined well.” And the one space where all the magic takes place in any home is the beloved kitchen. But, to whip up your signature dishes with ease, the design of your kitchen should be clever. Meaning, the architectural language of your home and the function of your kitchen must dictate its design. After all, it’s not just about cooking up a favourite cuisine!

The Heart of Every Home

Home is where the heart is, especially homes where kitchens are celebrated. The kitchen is considered to be the most important room in every home by designers and homeowners alike and rightfully so. After all, it is the one space where most people begin their day and likely even end it. It is not just a space to prepare delectable victuals but also a corner for family and friends to socialise and create sumptuous memories and lasting bonds. Homes where a lot of time is spent in the kitchen are symbolic of a family well-fed and nourished. After all, what could beat a home-cooked meal prepared with love and warmth?

The magic that takes place inside the heart of every home not only fuels our minds and bodies but also our souls. Life may be created in the bedroom but it is certainly lived in the kitchen. Plus, we all need a place where we can whisk our worries away!

Transform Your Culinary Zones into Happy Hangouts with Lacquered Glass

Where kitchens in the olden days were limited to serving the utilitarian purpose of preparing health-giving meals, contemporary kitchens are all that and a step further. Modern-day modular kitchens not only focus on delivering refreshing nutriments but are an extension of life itself, creating an environment that allows to cook in tranquillity but also draws family and guests to the happy corner. An inspiring space can most certainly mean the difference between a normal day and a fantastic one.

Lacquered glass can help you in transforming your culinary space into a happy hangout. It is a modern-day glass innovation in which one of the glass surfaces is lacquered using high-quality paints followed by the process of oven-curing to lock in its unique features. Also known as backpainted glass, lacquered glass is not only vibrant and colourful but also high on functionality – It is durable, low-maintenance, long-lasting, can be processed in a wide number of ways, is heat, humidity, and UV-resistant, and is available in eco-friendly variants.

Feast for Your Senses

The diverse world of lacquered glass has something for every homeowner. By introducing this innovative glass into your kitchen space, you can experience a feast for all your senses, not just your sense of smell.

The Eclectic Kitchen

Lover of diversity? Then, don’t let this love be restricted to the produce sitting in your refrigerator or the appetizing comestibles groaning on the countertops. Let your entire kitchen reflect your love for eclecticism! To support your eclectic tastes, lacquered glass solutions are available in motley of eye-pleasing colours. Moreover, lacquered glass can even be drilled, polished, edged, or bevelled as per your desire. Install lacquered glass wall panels in a combination of different colours or alternate between colours by choosing monotones for kitchen wall panelling, shutters, island, and other cabinets. AIS Glass offers 34 striking shades of AIS Décor, each hue carefully chosen to meet your aesthetic needs. Moreover, the shiny, glossy, and fluid visual feel glass exudes will give your eclectic culinary zone the ideal touch of modernism! You can even have a magnetic lacquered glass marker board installed where your kids can explore their Picasso-like potential and you can jot down your mom’s traditional recipes and other to-do things for the day.

The Dark and Sleek Cookhouse

Wish to design your U-shaped culinary space in a manner that its form is in tandem with its sophisticated functionality? Then, you need not look further than lacquered glass solutions! Well, regardless of the shape of your kitchen, you can achieve the progressive look by keeping it quiet – ensuring that the cabinetry blends seamlessly so as to blurring the lines that separate your kitchen from the adjacent dining area or the living room, as suggested by architect Celeste Robbins. The resulting design will be that of “edited serenity.” Moreover, choose lacquered glass in dark and warm tones and get it installed in kitchen cabinets, backsplash, shutters, and cupboards to render sophistication that is ‘just right’. AIS Glass offers AIS Décor in chic tones of Venetian Red, Earthy Brown, and Nile Blue which, when installed will create a streamlined and sophisticated culinary zone.

The Bright and Airy Kitchenette

You have concentrated all efforts in creating a beautiful and efficient parallel-shaped kitchenette that is bright and airy – from making the most of natural lighting and introducing rolling kitchen carts, tiered shelves, and hidden prep stations. But, the ‘just right’ size of your kitchen deserves the ‘just right’ décor solution that can further help you achieve that bright and airy look. Well, lacquered glass can efficiently help you in this pursuit! One thing to keep in mind though is that bright does not naturally translate into using loud colours (though it’s your personal choice). The key behind creating a bright and airy space with lacquered glass lies in choosing warm, neutral or pastel tones and greys in combination with the timeless colour of white. Install lacquered glass in like manner in kitchen cabinets, backsplash, counter-tops, and wall panelling. Moreover, since lacquered glass is low-maintenance, you can allow your kids’ hands to roam free to mess while they help you bake!

For Emanating that Minimalistic Vibe

The kitchen is a highly functional space and hence, the most likely to end up cluttered. Well, though mess is good, especially when it results in delicious meals after; your kitchen can benefit a lot from simplistic design. After all, less is more right? And though designing an uncluttered kitchen space has a lot to do with getting rid of the extras, switching out your faucets, and ensuring that every item has a spot and every spot has the item meant for it; it also means rethinking your colour scheme. Well, the silky, glossy finish of lacquered glass will help you create a kitchen that is minimalistic but not frumpy. And for such a decorating theme, it is critical to choose a solid colour palette, preferably in neutral tones (with a lot of whites and greys involved ofcourse!). But, you need not confine yourself to the stereotypes. Feel free to add in a surprising pop of colour here and there if you wish but don’t overdo it. For instance – you can have white or neutral lacquered glass panels installed in kitchen cabinets while going a little loud with the backsplash or the counter-top (yellow, orange, blue, or red).

Cooking is love made visible. So, shouldn’t the place where all the magic happens reflect that love and warmth? Come to AIS Glass and choose from among 34 striking shades of AIS Décor to transform your culinary space! Our lacquered glass is highly durable, has a high-quality finish that doesn’t fade, is low-maintenance, UV, moisture, and heat-resistant, and is 100% eco-friendly. Contact us today to design the kitchen of your dreams.

Glass Patios for Extended Balcony and Roof Panels: How it Adds Value to Your Residential Project

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Post date January 20, 2020
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There’s quite nothing like ending the day with a cup of coffee on the patio or terrace in the presence of chirping birds and rustling leaves or the sound of pattering raindrops. And those low-key summer alfresco brunches that none can get enough of? Well, a patio is not just another space in a home but an extension of it where life is celebrated in its myriads of forms. No wonder there’s a festival unique to Cordoba called “Festival of the Cordoban Patios,” where forecourts are grandly decorated and adorned for public display.

Patios: A Whole New Way of Experiencing Home Life

Gone are those days when people considered patios to be of little significance if any. Modern-day architecture and interior designing are never really complete without a well-designed courtyard. After all, patios are more than mere ornamentation.

Your patio is the very first space that a visitor or guest is bound to notice before ever entering into your home. And to that end, it is a mouthpiece to your sense of hospitality and personal style. A patio that has just a few items strewn around or worse, one that is barren might give the impression that you do not really care about creating a welcoming environment, regardless of the look of your interiors.

Moreover, a well-designed and polished patio acts as an additional home space where you can unwind the stresses of the day without having to worry about rain or sun glare. It also makes for a fun recreation spot and dining area where you can share light-hearted alfresco meals with your friends and family. The bliss is even greater when your patio lies amid nature’s glory.

A patio can even be transformed into a little winter escape by bringing in a hot tub or installing outdoor heaters. Besides, a scrupulously-crafted patio will significantly increase the resale value of your property.

Glass Patios: Because You Never Get a Second Chance to Make a First Impression

Patios are sought-after, not just for their undeniable charm, beauty, and resale value but for their functionality – space for relaxation, recreation, and perfecting hobbies. More often than not, homeowners are found grieving the fact that their patios are being under-used owing to natural elements that limit their usage. To address such grievances, enclosed patios are gaining popularity.

And it is self-evident that the material widely used for building enclosed patios is glass. Not only does glass enhance the visual appeal of your patio to a whole different level, but it offers an unobstructed view of the glorious outdoors. And the fun does not stop come heat, snow, or rains. Moreover, enclosed glass patios take care of your need for privacy in light of the fact that invading one’s personal space becomes a lot more easier in case of outdoor personal spaces.

Furthermore, even kids and pets can be left alone to enjoy the outdoors without having to keep a constant eye on them. And let’s not forget the value a glass patio will render to your property – both functional and market value. You can pursue your passion for planting sun-loving plants even during the winter months and experience the freedom that comes from having an added security to your home. In a nutshell, a glass patio is your personal oasis and sanctuary where you can retreat from time to time for rejuvenation.

Go Alfresco in Style

Make the most of your open-air spaces to entertain high-profile friends and to enjoy intimate alfresco gatherings with these design ideas –

Freestanding or Detached Patio

Want to create an oasis of calm away from your home? Then, a freestanding or detached patio is the ideal choice for your need for solitude. Usually constructed next to the pool area, a detached patio offers you the ‘just right’ amount of privacy that you need away from the chaos of everyday living. It can even serve as a tranquil location for riding on your hobby horse and perfecting your God-given talents and skills – art and sculpture, music, scriptwriting, et al. By installing soundproof glass panes in your free-standing patio, you can create an atmosphere of absolute serenity and even practice precious moments of meditation and contemplation to revitalise yourself.

U-Shaped or L-Shaped Patio

Well, it isn’t uncommon to find occupants disputing over who gets to have the room that offers the best of the patio and its glory. For such dilemmas are designed the L-shaped or U-shaped patio designs that hug the outside of the homes and can be accessed from several different rooms. Not only do they make a seamless transition from the indoors to the outdoors, but they are even straightforward in design. By adding in a sleek sectional sofa strewn with vibrant accent pillows and cushions or a daybed repurposed as a chaise, and flowing curtains, not only is it possible to enjoy ample of privacy but these inviting displays are the best conversation starters that will help create intimacy and lasting memories.

Wraparound Patio

For those who wish to experience the sense of having the outdoors within in more than one angle of the home, nothing beats the wraparound porch design. Designed to either “wrap around” the entire property or two or more sides of the home, these patios not only serve as an outdoor living room of sorts but also as a centre for relaxing and entertaining guests. It even enhances the curb appeal of the home. And to enjoy the presence of lush greenery at all times of the day, you can install Low-E glass, which will provide you with natural light but keep unwanted glare, heat, and UV rays of the sun at bay. These patios can be designed to be angled or curved and can be built either at ground level or higher as per your desire.

Multi-Level Patio

If your idea of going from drab to fab is by bringing the best of all worlds in your patio design – a hot tub, a redwood pergola, an entertainment spot, a deck for planters, a fire pit, a sandbox and slide for the little ones, and a relaxing hammock, then tiered or split-level or multi-level patio is the way to go. For the main levels of the courtyard, you can have an elevated glass deck having the seating area, and surrounding this main spot, you can add in all the elements that you wish to personalise your inspiring space with. Or, you can have an extended glass patio that allows you to entertain guests and a separate free-standing patio at some distance to serve your need for solitude from time to time. With multiple-level patios, the sky is the limit.

Entry Patio

Looking to make that lasting first impression on visitors and prospective buyers alike? Well, that thirsty front lawn is not going to do the trick. The ideal way to go about this would be a welcoming front entry patio that makes for an enchanting entrance. And what could be better than the delicate, fluid visual feel of glass in building your entry patio!

Moreover, by installing solar control glass solutions, you can enjoy relaxing afternoon naps in your patio without having to worry about sun glare or even sudden torrential showers. Moreover, you can even choose switchable or smart glass to enjoy privacy on-demand. Additionally, adding paving, a fountain, and planters will take your outdoor living space to a whole new level.

Ready to design the patio of your dreams? Well, so are we! As India’s leading glass manufacturer – AIS Glass has all your glass needs covered. Our extensive range of glass solutions will help you build patios that are durable, can withstand the elements, offer privacy, and will help you experience optimal daylight management. So, what are you waiting for? Contact us today!

AIS Décor – Exquisite and Stylish Alternative to Bathrooms Glass

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Post date January 15, 2020
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When you wake up in the morning, the first thing you do is to make your way to that one room in the house where you can enjoy a pure moment of solitude – your bathroom! Your bathroom is a safe space where you can indulge in secret single behaviour unabashedly. The significance of this room is undeniable. This is not a room for functionality purposes alone; one ponders and introspects here in peace. Gift yourself a luxe and modern bathroom just by using contemporary designs of lacquered glass – the budding glass solution where aesthetics shakes hands with advanced functionality.

What Is Back Painted Décor Glass?

Visualise an opaque silky-smooth surface which is highly durable, UV-resistant and coloured. Lacquered glass is redefining the way we think of glass. This type is coloured or “lacquered” which gives the viewer an illusion of an artsy grand glass wall. Lacquering is achieved by painting one of the glass surfaces with high-quality paints, followed by an oven-curing process to lock in its unique features. The resulting glass is not just coloured in appearance but also opaque.

What’s so Great About it?

There are several benefits of lacquered glass that come to light with prolonged usage. Check out a few significant ones here –

Splendid Chromatic Assortment

Remember how glass was once only transparent with a tint here and a hue there used mostly for partitions, windows and doors. Well, all that has changed with the arrival of lacquered glass. You will now find striking colour categories you can choose from, depending on the mood you want to set in a particular room.

Superior Finish, High Durability and Low-Maintenance

The finish of lacquered glass lasts much longer than that of a distempered wall or a tiled one. It does not allow for water and dirt to accumulate on its surface and is extremely easy to wipe clean. The exterior conditions can never touch the paint leaving it unchipped and shiny for years. Lacquered glass is built to be tough, and it can withstand a tonne of pressure.

Thermal and Humidity-Resistant

Another critical feature of lacquered glass that makes it a safe choice for kitchens, bathrooms, and spaces where humidity and heat are prevalent is that it is thermal and humidity-resistant. AIS Glass offers its unique range of Lacquered glass solutions – AIS Décor – that is both thermal and humidity-resistant subject to certain conditions – The thermal resistance provided by AIS Décor extends up to 80° C.

How Can You Use This Innovation to Renovate Your Bathroom?

How common is it to hear people expressing that the best thoughts and ideas come to them when they are showering or shaving or are in the loo? Shouldn’t such a place deserve fantastic aesthetics that can support creative thoughts? Aesthetics add value to our lives. Our aesthetic sense is a representation of our identity, and our home is where it truly comes alive. While lacquered glass can be used anywhere in your house, let us look at some stellar ways to use them in your bathroom –

For the Affluent Shower Lover

If you love taking a warm frothy shower, singing yourself to glory, then you need a striking and comfortable shower stall where you can swish water around. A shower curtain with milieu just won’t do! A lacquered glass shower stall will add a splash of colour to an otherwise dull morning. Choose from a range of earthy tones or go for the stark bright ones, the choice is yours. Given the spectacular designs they come in, you can rest assured that you’ll find a colour that suits your personality.

For Your Secret Little Pleasures

So many of us spend time in front of our well-hung bathroom mirrors, brushing, washing, plucking, and gawking with essentials sprawled on the washbasin slab. Lacquered glass basins and slabs are perfect for your every day before-bed bathroom routines. Unlike stone basins and slabs that only come in two or three colours, these come in a vast variety and don’t lose their shine for years on end. Plus, since lacquered glass is low-maintenance, you do not have to worry about constant cleaning.

For the Contemporary Façade Lover in You

A bathroom can be a messy and a wet place. Walls with paints or tiles start collecting soap and dirt residue which become impossible to clean. Lacquered glass panels can jazz up your bathroom walls, cabinets and shelves to the hilt and will demand zero-maintenance. They create a sense of space, especially if your bathroom is small and will lend a modern look to this room. Choose from a colour palette that suits your mood in the morning or choose a combination of two colours to clad your bathroom walls, cabinets and shelves.

Enough of Waxing Lyrical

The bottom line is that whatever your bathroom design goals may be, lacquered glass solutions will easily fit into them. You will always find a colour “that is so you”. AIS Glass has an astounding range of aesthetic lacquered glass solutions – AIS Decor. You will be spoilt for choice. We offer lacquered glass that will satiate your need for finding earthy colours or metallic colours or the good old vibrant ones. Be it giving your shower stall a punch of Ultramarine Blue or cladding your walls with sparkling walnut brown; AIS has it all. Our lacquered glass is not only aesthetically-pleasing but also highly functional – low-maintenance, durable, eco-friendly, and long-lasting. Get in touch with us today and find out more!

Steps to Install Soundproof Glass at Your Home

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Post date January 14, 2020
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Install Soundproof Glass at Your Home

Have you noticed how noisy our cities have gotten over the last decade? Earlier, people who lived on main city roads would often complain about the noise pollution, but now it has spread out to even the not-so-busy streets. External noise creates stress and fatigue. People may say and believe that they’ve gotten “used to” such noises that invade their nap time and private moments, but the truth is – noise pollution is not acceptable. Your home should be a place where you can unwind in peace and not have to tolerate the loud blaring of horns and partying neighbours. If you live in a cacophonous neighbourhood and are looking for some quiet, then fortifying your windows with soundproof glass is the ultimate solution to your noise-related woes.

The windows and doors of your home are the sources that let in noise in 90% of cases. A wall is solid and reduces ambient noise transfer, but a window or a door is essentially a hole in the wall that allows sound transmission. Therefore, a reduction in sound can simply be achieved by taking care of your doors and more importantly your windows as they are far more common, especially in modern homes

What Are Soundproof Glass Windows?

broken glass windows Soundproof windows are specially designed to reduce the ambient noise pouring into your home by up to 42 decibels. The magic lies in the soundproof glass – laminated glass, whose special PVB interlayer is responsible for reducing noise intrusion. Along with sound reduction by disabling noise from entering your home in the first place, these windows also absorb sound and stop the noise that does get inside your home by not letting it reverberate.

The Science Behind Sound Proof Glass Windows

To reduce noise, a barrier must be created between the sound and your ear. This barrier has to be strong enough to capture the sound waves. Everything in your home, from walls to doors to windows acts as a barrier that captures the sound. To increase a window’s ability to block noises, a manufacturer has to do three critical things – cut the glass thicker to add more mass, create and increase the space between two glass panes to add air space, use a glass-plastic-glass sandwich, also called laminated glass.

These three solutions are at the very foundation of soundproofed windows. While getting them professionally –installed, you can even ask your expert to elaborate on these pointers to gain more knowledge about your purchase.

Benefits of Soundproof Glass

Apart from the obvious benefit of keeping noise pollution culled and providing for a more comfortable overall dwelling experience, soundproof glass has other advantages as well. 

Dust-Resistant

This is an overlooked advantage of  soundproof glass. They keep your interiors cleaner by reducing the amount of dust, dirt, and moisture entering your home more than other types of windows. The design of these windows does not allow grime or dirt to stick or settle around them, which means that they are also much easier to clean. Since window cleaning often takes extra time and effort, installing  soundproof glass in windows can provide you with a maintenance-free pass.

Increased Thermal Comfort

Soundproof glass also insulates your home. Windows installed with soundproof glass keep interiors cooler during the summer by radiating the heat back towards the exteriors. Alternatively, they do not allow for warm air to escape from inside your house easily, thus, keeping your home’s temperature higher during the wintertime. This also makes them energy-efficient. You can save significantly on heating and cooling the interiors if you have soundproof glass installed. 

UV-Protection and Optimal Glare Management

As discussed, soundproofed windows are well-insulated. This means that you can enjoy all the benefits of solar light without running the risk of exposure to solar glare or harmful UV rays. These windows allow divine natural light to pass through while absorbing harmful UV rays. This is not only beneficial for your skin but also for the lifespan of your interior furnishings. Overexposure to sunlight can fade your rugs, carpets, and upholstery. Soundproof glass can ensure that this does not happen.

Soundproof Glass Window Installation

Soundproof glass windows should only be installed by a professional service. Call a trusted vendor that has made a name for itself in the glass industry. Get in touch with the company’s representative and request a quote for your specific requirements before committing. Additionally, talk to them about their installation process, the training and experience of their technicians, and the total time they will take to fulfill your window requirements. 

Another important thing that you should discuss is the STC or Sound Transmission Class rating of the glass used. The STC rating measures the amount of noise stopped at the 10 most common frequencies, measured in decibels. Glass panes with higher STC ratings are better. The quality of this conversation will speak volumes about how truly professional the company is. Ask them about the nature of the guarantee their products come with. Quizzing them about their products and services is critical before you make the leap.

Sleep Tight with AIS Acousticglas

Looking to improve acoustics and reduce ambient noise in your home? Turn to AIS Acousticglas for the best-quality soundproofed windows. Our Acousticglas is a laminated glass, featuring a special PVB interlayer that has exceptional sound absorption qualities – external noise by up to 90% can be reduced, which is 60% greater sound-insulation as compared to normal 5mm glass. So, what are you waiting for? Your ticket to Slumberland is here! Get in touch with us today.

Maintenance of Office Buildings

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Post date January 7, 2020
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Do not judge a book by its cover, but you can sure judge a building by its façade. This is because a façade is not merely an ornamental building envelope. Notwithstanding the fact that modern facades render a sleek and sophisticated look to offices and other structures, these curtain walls are installed for fulfilling specific functional roles – roles that are extremely vital in light of energy depletion and rising energy costs, especially for offices.

Modern Glass Facades: Taking Luxury to New Heights

There is a good reason as to why most gigantic office and other commercial buildings incorporate glazed glass facades. After all, the delicate, fluid visual feel of glass has professionalism and sophistication written all over it. Superstructures constructed using glazed glass facades are bound to have passers-by gaping at them in awe and wonderment and allow the business owner to make a statement with the classy look of glass facades.

Moreover, there is quite nothing like gazing out at the world from the interiors of a building with glass facade systems. The transparency of glass allows one to have an other-worldly sort of an experience where the whole world lies in panoramic view of the spectator. As there are no construction burdens on the partition wall of glass, modern-day glass facades look like decorative skirts encircling the entire structure and offering picturesque views that are breath-taking. Such views of the outdoors coupled with the ample amount of natural light that enters play a key role in boosting the mood of those working within those office buildings.

Not Just Visually Enticing but High-Performing

The fact that modern glass façade systems are eye-pleasing and offer an excellent view of the glorious outdoors is undebatable. Yet, the importance of glass façade systems mainly makes sense due to their high-performance in energy-savings and their cost-effectiveness to offices and other commercial buildings where energy loss is a serious issue.

The effectiveness of glass facades in providing optimal energy-efficiency greatly depends on the glazing type. Installing solar-control glass or low-E glass in facades will prevent the intense heat of the sun from invading the interiors without compromising on natural light. Moreover, such facades can even prove to be beneficial during the colder months of the year by trapping in the heat and not allowing it to escape. As a result, the need for artificial lighting and artificial heating and cooling systems will reduce significantly, thereby resulting in reduced energy consumption and energy bills subsequently.

Energy-Efficiency + All-Glass Buildings

Let us see why and how the energy-efficiency provided by glass facades is being leveraged in the construction of modern-day offices.

Firstly, the building envelope is the physical barrier standing between the interior and the exterior environment. And to that end, it is responsible for much of the energy balance that occurs inside the building. As a result, the type of material used in the construction of the envelope or the façade is of utmost importance in determining the energy performance of a building, and therefore, its degree of sustainability. Moreover, let’s not forget the direct impact it will have on the building’s occupants, in this case, company’s workers. If the building is to stand in a region that experiences a Mediterranean or a tropical type of climate, where the need for interior cooling is more dominant for most part of the year, this condition becomes even more critical. But the problem can be solved by glass façades made using heat-reflective or low-E glass as they will reflect back most of the unwanted heat of the sun, allowing only tolerable levels to linger inside.

The next consideration while designing energy-efficient office buildings that use glass facades is adequate room for natural light to enter. Since the energy demand of any space is directly affected by the internal loads created by both artificial lighting and the use of air-conditioning and room heating and cooling devices, optimal energy-efficiency would involve taking both sufficient natural lighting and reduced need for air-conditioners and room heaters into account. Well, even in terms of supplying natural light, glass façade stands as a clear winner. Facades made of heat-reflective or low-E glass only disallow the unwanted longer infrared radiation of the sun from entering. They allow copious amounts of natural light to enter impeded.

Moreover, even smart glass or switchable glass is increasingly becoming a popular choice for office facades. After all, the simple recipe for achieving energy-efficiency in high-rise office and other commercial buildings is to focus on accomplishing optimal light and temperature management – both of which smart glass can smartly take care of minus the need for external shading or blinds.

Experience the Best of Glass Facades at AIS Glass

Weary of exorbitant energy bills that only seem to be rising by the year? Looking for efficient glass facades that can handle the situation? Look no further than AIS Glass – India’s leading glass manufacturer. Our structural glass facades offer excellent resistance against the harshest of weather elements – intense sun heat, harmful UV rays, rains, and high-velocity wind forces. Moreover, you can experience optimal daylight management using switchable smart glass facades. To experience the best that glass facades have to offer, get in touch with us without any second thoughts! Contact us today.

AIS Décor Glass for Innovative Interior Designs

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Post date January 5, 2020
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Though the profession of interior designing is only a 100 years old, history bears testimony to its existence even during the time of the ancient Egyptians who furnished their native mud homes with simple textiles, animal skins, painted urns, and graphic murals. Back in the days, architects doubled up as interior designers to complete their vision. The dawn of interior designing was to rigidly coordinate it with the architecture of buildings. Then, with the 17^th CE, the task of interior designing was relegated to the homemaker soon to be taken over by a skilled upholsterer or craftsman in the early 19^th CE. And interior designing as we know it today is a separate profession altogether where specialists help people to maximise the efficiency of their space with elements, textures, and colours that enhance their visual appeal.

Interior Designing: Décor that Enhances Life

Gone are those days when interior designing was considered to be a pompous expression for good tastes in decoration – choosing the right colours, patterns, and fabrics. Modern-day interior designing is all that and much more where form and function are taken as a whole – the one dependent on the other – to create meaningful and highly optimised personal and commercial spaces.

In case of personal spaces, the aim is to create interiors that tell the story of the residents without sacrificing on basic and individual functional requirements. Smart interior designing can mean the difference between a house and a home, an environment that is cold and lifeless and one that is comfortable and full of warmth and familiarity.

Breathe New Life into Your Interiors with Lacquered Glass

To create interiors that are a reflection of you and your loved ones without compromising on being progressive and timeless, choose lacquered glass as your one-stop-source. Lacquered glass is a type of modern-day glass innovation in which one of the glass surfaces is painted with high-quality lacquer followed by a process of oven-curing to lock in its unique features. The resulting glass is not only smooth, glossy, and coloured in appearance, but also opaque.

Lacquered glass is not only a treat to the eyes but is also highly functional – It is low-maintenance, UV, heat, and humidity-resistant, durable and long-lasting, and can be processed in a wide number of ways.

There’s a lacquered glass for every homeowner out there. To find out the one that suits your tastes, here are a few innovative ways to include lacquered glass in your interiors –

For the Heart of Your Home

When it comes to designing the most important space of your home – the kitchen where all the magic takes place, Back Painted glass is your one-stop-source both in terms of aesthetics and functionality. The fluid and glossy visual feel of glass when coupled with the vibrant colours of lacquer can be installed in kitchen crockery units, counter-tops, backsplash, and wall panelling to create the kitchen of your dreams. Whether you’re a minimalist, a traditionalist, a classicist, or a modernist; Back Painted glass aesthetic solutions can be customised to your needs. Opt for warm, pastels and nude tones for a light, airy, and uncluttered look or alternate with a pop of bold shades of orange, yellow, and red to radiate an eclectic vibe. You can even choose a single colour palette for your kitchen cabinets while choosing royal metallic shades for your kitchen island and backsplash to create an ambience of grandeur and royalty. You can even have magnetic Back Painted glass marker boards installed in your kitchen to jot down mom’s delectable traditional recipes.

Furthermore, since lacquered glass is scratch, humidity, and heat-resistant, and easy to clean, you have nothing to fear when it comes to installing it in a space that frequently experiences heat and moisture. Plus, allow the kids to make a mess while they help you in your baking projects!

For Your ‘Safe Space’

If there is any room in the house where the ‘Do Not Disturb’ sign works without having to put it on the door, it’s the bathroom. It is a safe haven for many, where the stresses of the day can be washed off and a moment of solitude and contemplation can be experienced. In this sense, a bathroom becomes more than just another room. Your sacred space requires an ambience that sets the tone for peace. Accenting the bathroom design with scented candles, artwork, and pairing towels and toiletries goes a long way in achieving that aura but it is equally important to choose a colour theme that is relaxing. And what could be better than the vibrant world of lacquered glass! You can opt for darker shades of greens and earthy browns or pastels and nudes – both works equally well in creating a calming ambience. You can even get it installed in panels of different sizes and shapes (monotones or motley of colours) for a more fun look. And since lacquered glass is moisture-resistant, you need not worry about installing it in a space where humidity is the norm. Moreover, the smooth, glossy look of glass will bestow the right touch of modernism!

For the Space that Strengthens Bonds

With lacquered glass, the sky is the limit. For taking the oomph factor of your living rooms a notch up, lacquered glass is the ideal option. After all, it’s the space where guests are entertained and friends and family gather together to spend most of their at-home time and hence, is a highly important space in terms of decoration. You can have lacquered wall panels in dark and sleek shades in your living room and even have the television installed in it as lacquered glass can be drilled in. Just make sure to choose colours that are not too bold and do not divert your attention away from the television. Even table-tops can be installed with stunning shades of lacquered glass for a modernistic and chic visual appeal. Plus, since lacquered glass is durable and low-maintenance, there is no need to fear spill-overs during family movie nights. Lacquered glass wall panels can even be used to create a clear demarcation of the living space from the dining space in style. Among other intriguing installations, magnetic lacquered glass marker boards can also be installed to write down important reminders and allow kids to explore their inner-Picasso.

For Your Cosy Haven

According to Feng Shui, the room that is the most important in your home is the one in which you remain unconscious for a good part of the time – your bedroom. Well, for one sleep is vital and hence the space where you sleep must have an ambience that promotes healthy and deep sleep. Moreover, for most people, their bedrooms are the one space they get to call their own and where they can relax after their minds and bodies have been overworked from the chaos of everyday living. Well, adding extra cosy touches to your bedroom is all about accepting the Danish concept of hygge marked by candle lights, soothing textures, four-poster ultra-cosy beds, quilted throw pillows, and ofcourse a calm and neutral colour scheme. To keep the look warm, cosy, and progressive, lacquered glass panels can help you out. Choose calm pastel tones in combination with either of the extremes – whites and beige or black – and witness how your personal hygge culture unfolds right in front of your eyes. Moreover, you can even have lacquered glass floor-to-ceiling cupboards installed in your bedroom – The super glossy finish ad natural reflective property of glass will create a stunning effect that blends trend with elegance.

So you see, lacquered glass can breathe life into each and every one of your living spaces. To make the most of this 360-degree aesthetic glass solution, look no further than AIS Glass! Our AIS Décor can enhance your spaces with its smooth finish and 34 striking shades. Plus, it is high on functionality – AIS Décor is highly durable, long-lasting, heat, UV, and humidity-resistant, low-maintenance, 100% eco-friendly, and is available in a wide variety of processing options. So, without second thoughts, choose décor that enhances life with AIS Décor! Get in touch today.

Points to Keep in Mind Before Looking for a Window Glass Installation Company

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Post date January 4, 2020
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Contemporary homes feature exciting décor both interior and exterior. One of the most prominent features defining the exterior of your dream house is windows. They instantly add life to your home and make your stylistic choice more pronounced. Today, there is a range of different window types available in the market. Different glass makers regularly come out with innovative and pragmatic solutions for window glass, widening your pool of choices.

Since windows are an integral part of your home for both aesthetic and practical reasons, you cannot be careless while choosing a window glass installation provider. Here are some qualities that you should seek in your window glass installation company –

Licensing and Reputation

Even before seeing the kind of products and services your window glass provider offers, you must be aware of their legal and reputational details.

Typically, there exist various forms of company licensing for glassmaking corporations. While the government better defines these requirements, almost all companies are required to make their licensing details public. While choosing a window glass provider, verify their licensing information and see if their presence in the market is valid.

Another element you must inspect before choosing a company is its reputation with its regular consumers. To find out how well the company is performing, you can check reviews both online and consult friends and family to find out their quality of work. Remember to check the website of your window glass provider for testimonials and previous projects they may have undertaken.

Product Quality

The second most apparent thing to seek in your new window glass provider is delivery of quality. High-quality window glass is necessary for a sustainable and aesthetically-pleasing home. There is no point in getting new windows installed if you have to replace them every few years owing to their low quality.

The best window glass providers in the market will deliver high-quality products that are long-lasting. They will also not hesitate to provide you with details about the quality standards they follow while manufacturing their glass solutions.

Product Types

With the evolution of glassmaking technology, many different types of window glass have been designed to suit the needs of modern homeowners. No longer do you have to satisfy yourself with brittle window glass that does not fit in with your stylistic choices. Glass usually comes in a wide range of shades and supports varied applications.

Some common types of glass preferred in homes and offices today include

Toughened Glass: Traditionally, having glass windows and doors meant compromising on the safety features of your building. Nowadays, however, toughened glass is preferred over regular glass. Such glass is more difficult to break than regular glass. Moreover, it has fireproof and impact-proof features.

Acoustic Glass: Living in a metropolitan area can be troublesome because of the persistent noise that invades your personal space on a consistent basis. People usually go to great lengths to soundproof their buildings, whether residential or commercial. With acoustic glass windows, however, your place of work or residence becomes a quiet sanctuary. No additional soundproofing is required if you use high-quality acoustic window glass in your home.

Energy-Efficient Glass: People nowadays are sensitive to the environmental conditions around them. They want to have a home or office that is not harsh on the environment yet does not compromise on the aesthetics. With energy-efficient glass windows, building an eco-conscious building is extremely simple. Such glass usually provides heat insulation and reduces energy consumption in homes and offices.

When you start looking for a window glass installation company, ensure that they manufacture all the different kinds of glasses that you might need for your home or office.

360-Degree Support

While your window glass provider might offer full installation, remember that shopping for window glass is complicated, mainly when your home features unique stylistic choices. It is always better to choose a window glass company that not only offers installation but also supports you during the shopping process and advises you with aftercare for your windows. Not only will you not waste your money on unnecessary glass products, but also know what exactly you should do to keep your windows looking as good as new post-installation.

The AIS Advantage

AIS Glass is India’s leading integrated glass management company. We pride ourselves in offering customized glass solutions to our revered clients’ unique requirements. We also keep all our licensing and registration details public on our website. All our staff and technicians are highly trained to observe international safety standards, both while manufacturing and during the installation of window glass. The finesse with which we execute the manufacturing of different glass solutions including toughened glass, back-painted glass, acoustic glass, and energy-efficient glass is undoubtedly unpatrolled. So, what are you waiting for? Get in touch with us today!

AIS Décor to beautify Kitchen of Your Dreams

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Post date January 2, 2020
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The Heart of Every Home

Home is where the heart is, especially homes where kitchens are celebrated. The kitchen is considered to be the most important room in every home by designers and homeowners alike and rightfully so! After all, it is the one space where most people begin their day and likely even end it. It is not just a space to prepare delectable victuals but also a corner for family and friends to socialise and create sumptuous memories and lasting bonds. Homes where a lot of time is spent in the kitchen are symbolic of a family well-fed and nourished. After all, what could beat a home-cooked meal prepared with love and warmth?

Transform Your Culinary Zones into Happy Hangouts with Décor Glass

Where kitchens in the olden days were limited to serving the utilitarian purpose of preparing health-giving meals, contemporary kitchens are all that and a step further. Modern-day modular kitchens not only focus on delivering refreshing nutriments but are an extension of life itself, creating an environment that not only allows to cook in tranquillity but also draws family and guests to the happy corner. An inspiring space can most certainly mean the difference between a normal day and a fantastic one.

Feast for Your Senses

The Eclectic Kitchen

The Dark and Sleek Cookhouse

The Bright and Airy Kitchenette

For Emanating that Minimalistic Vibe

The kitchen is a highly functional space and hence, the most likely to end up cluttered. Well, though mess is good, especially when it results in delicious meals after; your kitchen can benefit a lot from a simplistic design. After all, less is more right? And though designing an uncluttered kitchen space has a lot to do with getting rid of the extras, switching out your faucets, and ensuring that every item has a spot and every spot has the item meant for it; it also means rethinking your colour scheme. Well, the silky, glossy finish of lacquered glass will help you create a kitchen that is minimalistic but not frumpy. And for such a decorating theme, it is critical to choose a solid colour palette, preferably in neutral tones (with a lot of whites and greys involved ofcourse!). But, you need not confine yourself to the stereotypes. Feel free to add in a surprising pop of colour here and there if you wish but don’t overdo it. For instance – you can have white or neutral lacquered glass panels installed in kitchen cabinets while going a little loud with the backsplash or the counter-top (yellow, orange, blue, or red).

What is Float Glass- All You Need To Know

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Post date December 22, 2019

From shining skyscrapers to contemporary co-ops, from luxurious villas to swanky offices, glass has become a staple element in architecture and design projects. After all, not only does glass render a sleek and sophisticated charm to a space, but it is also designed to be highly functional. Fulfilling modern consumers’ modern and varied requirements, glass solutions are the top-pick in the current day and age. From matters of safety and durability to those of acoustic insulation or energy-efficiency, glass has something to offer. And all this while exuding a beauty that is ethereal, if there indeed is a word to describe the beauty of glass. And the precursor to all modern-day glass solutions is float glass.

What Is Float Glass?

Float glass is essentially a super smooth, distortion-free glass that is used for designing other glass items such as laminated glass, heat-toughened glass, and so on. With a natural greenish hue and translucent nature, it is capable of transmitting about 87% of the incident light, and unlike sheet glass, float glass provides users with a crystal-clear view. Float glass owes its unique name to the process by which it is manufactured, wherein the molten glass is introduced into a bath of molten tin, causing the glass to float freely.

History of Float Glass

Float glass is the original piece of glass, the progenitor of an endless generation of glass solutions. And so, before we learn about how it is made, it is vital to know the real history behind it. With its invention dating back to at least 3600 years, glass has been a timeless material that has served many generations. But it wasn’t until the late 19th century that float glass came into existence. In earlier centuries, glass was made through the blowing and disc method. Since glass was simply used for creating windows in the old days, glass for window or other flat glass was produced from large discs of crown glass or by blowing glass bottles. The discs were usually cut into pieces, flattened together, and cut out to create the windowpanes from the large surface.

But somewhere between 1953 and 1957, Sir Alastair Pilkington revealed the idea of manufacturing float glass to the world. Although Henry Bessemer – a UK engineer, patented the earliest advances in automated glass manufacturing, it was Sir Pilkington who perfected the production of float glass. While the original process of producing float glass by Bessemer used a continuous ribbon of flat glass by forming the ribbon between rollers, the Pilkington method developed the ribbon of float glass using a molten tin in which molten glass would flow unhindered under the influence of gravity. Bessemer’s version was an expensive process, but with the efficiency of the Pilkington method, Sir Alastair was able to achieve profitable full-scale sales of float glass by 1960.

Process of Manufacturing Float Glass

As the most widely used form of glass in today’s world, it is essential to know about the manufacturing process of float glass. It all starts with a mixture of raw materials like sand, limestone, dolomite, soda, and salt cake. Next, these materials are melted in a furnace until they fuse together to form molten glass. To manufacture float glass, molten glass from a furnace is poured into a chamber containing a bed of molten tin. The tin tub is approximately 4 to 8 metres wide and up to 60 metres long. During the manufacturing process, the atmosphere inside the chamber is carefully controlled to ensure that float glass is manufactured correctly. The reason for using tin is that it is the only metal that remains stable in its liquid state at a high temperature of 600 degrees Celsius. The glass floating on the tin eventually takes the shape of the container and spreads from 90 to 140 inches wide with a varying thickness, which is determined during the time of manufacture.

Once the glass takes its proper shape, it is polished with fire. It is important to remember that only the upper surface, which is also known as the airside or score side, is fire-polished and the lower surface i.e., the tin side, is set to cool. For the cooling process, the glass is moved from the chamber to a temperature-controlled oven called a lehr. In this kiln, the glass is cooled slowly at a specific rate, which is known as annealing. Through the process of annealing, the glass is relieved of all internal stresses to create a sturdy, uniform, and smooth sheet of float glass. Establishing the right rate of cooling is a crucial step in the manufacturing process, as the wrong temperature can result in the formation of air bubbles and internal stresses. Once the glass is removed from the lehr, it emerges as a continuous ribbon at room temperature, which is flat, has a fire-finished topcoat, and possesses smooth, parallel surfaces. The glass is then finished to perfection with automatic cutters that trim edges and cut the glass to the desired length. It can have a thickness range of anywhere between 0.4 mm to 25 mm, depending on the requirements.

Benefits of Installing Float Glass

Now that we’ve seen the extraordinary process of manufacturing float glass, let’s take a look at some of the many benefits that float glass has to offer.

Durability

As we saw earlier, float glass is treated and cured in an oven to gain strength and durability. Despite it being more substantial than plate glass, it has the same amount of thickness, thereby revealing its incredible density and making it the superior glass for designing your space’s interior and exteriors.

Environment-Friendly

Energy-efficiency refers to the ability of glass to regulate indoor temperature by keeping interiors relatively cool during summers and warm during winters. You can also design a low-E glass from float glass by coating it with metal oxides. At AIS Glass, we possess high-performance, energy-efficient glass to reduce energy bills for your home and offices and conserve the environment. Our AIS Clear Float

Glass is also 100% recyclable and non-toxic to ensure that you do not leave behind a carbon footprint. It is also designed to be copper and lead-free for environmental preservation.

Multitude of Options

As the originator of all glass products, float glass can be diversified to create a wide variety of glass products. It can be designed with varying thicknesses, shades, and sizes to suit a myriad of architectural and consumer requirements. Several processing techniques, such as insulating, glazing, laminating, thermal toughening, silk-screen printing, sandblasting, bending, acid-etching, and many more, can easily be carried out on the AIS Clear Float Glass to achieve the desired look.

Applications of Float Glass

From domestic housing to commercial uses, float glass is a versatile item that serves many purposes. Now that we know about the many benefits of installing float glass, let’s take a look at some of the creative ways you can use float glass in your residential and commercial spaces.

Displays

Owing to its crystal-clear transparency, float glass serves as the ideal choice for displaying items. They can be used for showroom display cases, retail shop windows, and countertops to protect valuable items such as expensive watches, jewellery, and so on, yet be able to showcase the beauty of the unique products effortlessly. The AIS Clear Float Glass offers a sparkling and brilliant lustre with a crystal-clear finish to enhance the aesthetic appeal of your spaces with its luminosity.

Facades

There is nothing more affluent and sophisticated than the sight of towering and glistening skyscrapers made from glass and what better choice than float glass processed with glazing to create the perfect structure, which is just as aesthetic as it is functional? The glazing makes the glass tougher and increases its efficiency, whereas the float glass itself serves unparalleled charm and aesthetics with its superior clarity.

Wall Panels

Whether it is for creating partitions in your home or your personal cabin in the office. Wall panels are a great way to spruce up décor and increase the visual appeal of your spaces. Wall panels with tinted float glass can add a much-needed splash of colour to your space and breathe new life into the room. At AIS Glass, we indigenously manufacture only international-quality tinted float glass with heat-reflective properties using superior CVD technology. Depending on your preference, we offer customisable options for tinted float glass, such as lacquered and frosted glass, to help you create fun, vibrant spaces.

And there you have it – the complete story of float glass. Easily the most versatile glass of them all, using float glass for décor is a must when decorating your homes and offices. As India’s leading integrated glass manufacturer, our goal is to transcend the ordinary and create luxurious spaces. Hence,

we offer expert guidance to all our clients right from the initial selection process up until the final installation to help them create the ideal, picture-perfect space. Get your expert consultation today!

Are Laminated Glass the Best for Security Purposes?

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Post date December 20, 2019
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Having the delicate visual feel of water, glass is identified as a modern piece of décor that exudes class and sophistication. It keeps spaces visually open, adds grace to the architecture and can make any space feel like a work of art. It’s not a surprise that swanky glass structures are sure to leave people in awe and wonder. However, as elegant as glass buildings may be, they are often seen as a safety hazard, owing to “apparent” fragility.

But thanks to technological advancements, glass has evolved from its humble origins to encompass a world of possibilities, including the security factor. Although made of the same basic elements, which are sand, limestone, and sodium carbonate, modern-day glass is treated and processed to help you acquire a wide variety of glass solutions that cater to your every need. Whether you wish to increase the aesthetic appeal of your space or want to amp up the security factor, glass can do it all. In today’s day and age, you can find textured, coloured, patterned, and, most importantly, sturdy and durable glass designed to be more robust than steel. And one such glass that has taken the world by storm with its immense strength is laminated.

Growing Popularity of Laminated Glass

Specially designed to enhance the security measures of your space, laminated glass has become widely popular amongst architects and designers aiming to build a safe space. Manufactured with two or more sheets of annealed or heat-treated glass, laminated glass gets its superior strength and durability from a plastic interlayer called polyvinyl butyral (PVB) sandwiched between the glass sheets. The strength of laminated glass depends upon the number of PVB interlayers that were used in the manufacturing process. The higher the number of glass sheets and PVB interlayers, the better the efficiency of laminated glass at keeping your homes and offices away from harm.

After placing the PVB interlayer between the panes of glass, they are sealed together using an autoclave and a series of pressure rollers. The heat and pressure create several chemical and mechanical reactions causing the laminated glass to stay intact even under heavy impact. The PVB’s adhesive nature creates a mechanical and hydrogen bond by which the sheets of glass stick to each other in an integrated manner. A great benefit of the bonding process is that even in the event of glass breakage, laminated glass remains intact as the broken pieces stick firmly to the interlayer. This feature protects people from an injury that is usually the case with standard glass. This way, not only does the laminated glass protect you from burglars and intruders, but it also guarantees indoor safety for the people.

Laminated glass has emerged as a sensational hit in the market for designing functional spaces. However, laminated glass has also gained recent popularity for its trendy designs fused with optimum security that renders the perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality. Don’t believe how one piece of glass can give the utility of all? Read on to find out about the different types of laminated glass and how they are popularly used.

Common Uses of Laminated Glass

Windows

Windows are the number-one input point for burglars to break into your homes and offices. However, the specialised PVB interlayers of laminated glass provide a high level of intrusion-resistance to keep you safe from burglar attacks. At AIS Glass, we offer the AIS Securityglas, which possesses incredible strength and durability and eliminates the need for additional grills or shutters. Our crystal clear laminated glass also gives users the ability to see outside and keep a check on their surroundings without comprising on their safety.

Skylights

Always dreamed of snuggling with your spouse and gazing at the starry night sky? With laminated glass, you can fulfil your dreams from the comfort of your bedroom. Skylights are also a great piece of decor for workplaces and add the touch of elegance that your office deserves. And so, at AIS Glass, we possess the AIS Valuglas – a distortion-free, heat-strengthened laminated glass designed with 1.14 PVB interlayer for superior stability and unmatched value-for-money that combines striking aesthetics with enduring strength.

Stairways

There is genuinely nothing more glamorous than walking down a glass stairway. But with stairways being subjected to extreme pressure, they need to be incredibly durable and be able to survive under heavy loads without any strain. That’s why; we created the AIS Securityplus – a world-class design manufactured with a special layer of Dupont Sentry Glass ^TM,which is up to 5 times stronger than traditional laminating materials. This superior laminated glass requires minimal structural support, retains crystal-clear clarity despite years of use, and is so strong that it can even be used in hurricane-prone areas. Moreover, this durable glass is even explosion-resistant.

Laminated glass is genuinely king when it comes to providing unmatched safety for your homes and offices. At AIS Glass, we offer multiple choices to help you find the right option that fulfils all your safety requirements. We even offer customisable options to guarantee maximum satisfaction for our clients. Get our expert consultation today!

Modernising Residential and Commercial Spaces with Switchable Glass

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Post date December 18, 2019
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Modernising Spaces with Switchable Glass

Almost a decade back in time, none could have imagined of accessing all the switch points in a room remotely from their “smartphone”. Or, who could have thought that giving commands to home appliances using a smart assistant would not be limited to sci-fi movies? Yet here we are – welcome to the 21^st century that is getting techno-savvy still. This third wave of modernism has seeped into the world of architecture and interiors as well. All the fancy homes that could only seem realistic as a part of the utopian world are now turning into a reality. After all, with phones and watches turning smart, why should our homes be left behind? One such smart feature that has advanced the world of interiors by leaps and bounds is switchable glass.

What is Switchable Glass? How Does Switchable Glass Work?

Also known as smart glass or electrochromic glass, switchable glass is a type of processed glass whose opacity levels can be adjusted by means of passing an electric field across them. Based on the PDLC (Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystals) technology, a smart film comprising suspended liquid crystals is placed between special polymer films. Under normal conditions, the liquid crystals are randomly distributed and block the light by scattering it but when supplied with electric current, the crystals align themselves in a straight-line allowing light to pass through normally without scattering, thereby turning the glass from transparent to opaque at the touch of a button.

At AIS Glass, we possess the remarkable AIS Swytchglas which offers instant privacy and activates within less than 10 microseconds. Made from extra clear glass, it can be accessed remotely as well as manually for ease of use, blocks up to 50% light in ‘Off’ mode, lasts for a minimum of 20,000 cycles and also works in temperature from 0 to 55 degree-Celsius.

Common Uses of Switchable Glass

Switchable glass has become a sensational hit amongst architects and designers aiming to add a simple yet elegant oomph factor to their residential as well as commercial projects. Read on to find out some of the many uses of switchable glass –

Homes

For all those people who love the idea of installing beautiful French windows but hate the idea of having to pull the curtains up every time there’s excess sunlight, switchable glass literally fixes this problem in an instance. Apart from being convenient, it also increases home hygiene by eliminating the need for mouldy blinds and curtains. Furthermore, its noise-cancelling properties ensure peace and quiet for a favourable living environment. For all the people who can’t get enough of nature and constantly dream of having a skylight, switchable glass is the solution. Not only does it give you the freedom of choice regarding the letting in or blocking of sunlight into your home but also gives you the added opportunity of fulfilling your lifelong dreams of gazing at starry skies with your partner snuggled beside you from the comfort of your own bedroom.

Hospitals

As we saw earlier, switchable glass is a great alternative for maintaining a clean space and what better place than a hospital to install it to offer patients the hygiene and privacy they need to rest and recover. It can be used in patient rooms, laboratories, operation theatres as well as common examination rooms to monitor and meet patients from outside without the risk of catching infections. Hospitals are known to be jam-packed with endless functional rooms such as labs, doctor’s chambers and waiting areas and installing switchable glass for partitions can serve as a huge space-saver in hospitals and accommodate more patients in private rooms. Moreover, switchable glass panels can also improve the aesthetic appeal of the hospital’s interiors to give it the warmth it needs. After all, the look of a space has a lot to do with a person’s well-being and which other place needs it the most other than a hospital!

Hospitality Sector

Cosy beds, plush interiors, luxurious bathrooms and extraordinary views from the balcony sum up the essentials of every relaxing vacation. Aiming to give visitors a transcendental experience, designers put a lot of thought into designing their hospitality projects. Be it a luxurious hotel suite or a beachside villa, there is nothing more satisfying than waking up to the gorgeous view of the great outdoors with your spouse by your side. However, plain glass doors and windows may not be able to provide you with the privacy you need. That’s why more and more designers are swapping out conventional door and window designs with switchable glass to provide visitors with the best of both worlds. With AIS Swytchglas, visitors enjoy privacy on-demand by turning it off and switching it back on for visibility.

Offices

While most offices are designed with a personal cabin to ensure privacy for the boss, it can make the employees feel that their seniors are unapproachable. To keep a balance between privacy and approachability, the best way to look is switchable glass – the revolutionary glass type that is set to redefine the office space. AIS Glass offers its AIS Swytchglas with view control films to restrict visibility from certain angles making it the perfect choice for personal cabins.

Switchable glass is truly a smart solution for every space and AIS Glass offers the best-quality smart glass to meet all your glass requirements. We offer 360-degree solutions with customisable options and complete guidance right from the primary selection up until the final installation as well as post-instalment services to ensure maximum satisfaction for all our clients. Get our expert consultation today!

Are Soundproof Glass Really Effective?

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Post date December 16, 2019
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Ever been awoken by squealing kids playing in the street when all you wanted to do is rest and sleep on your day off? Find yourself constantly getting distracted at work due to a construction project happening near your office? If so, you’re not alone. The rapid urbanisation and overpopulation have tremendously increased noise pollution levels all over the world. Before we deal with the woes of incessant street noise, it is essential to realise that your homes serve as a getaway from all your worries from the outside world. It is the one place where you can melt your troubles away as you relax and unwind with your loved ones. Similarly, an office is supposed to be the place where you can have a steady flow of creative thoughts, unique ideas, and fun and interactive brainstorming sessions with your colleagues.

But thanks to noise infiltrating every aspect of our lives, it has become increasingly difficult to live in the moment and not get distracted every minute. And if any of you have experienced these thoughts, you may have considered implementing several solutions to create a noise-free environment right from earplugs to installing heavy doors. But in reality, the best and truly effective solution is to install doors and windows with soundproof glass.

The Need for Soundproof Glass

Even though soundproof glass is a common buzzword when looking at acoustic solutions for homes and offices, several people lack awareness about the integral role they play in protecting our health. If you ever suffered from fatigue, stress, or disturbed sleep due to excessive outside noise, you should know that these are just the tip of the iceberg. The increasing levels of noise pollution have been causing adverse effects on people’s minds as well as physical health. Research has shown a direct link between chronic noise pollution and increased high blood pressure, depression, anxiety, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.

Several people being subjected to extreme levels of noise pollution may condition their brain to tune it out as white noise. For instance, people being subjected to daily noise of heavy machinery near construction and renovation projects may stop acknowledging the noise altogether. However, people working or living near these areas may slowly start developing other psychological issues such as stress, loss of memory, irritability, and short temper. Owing to the increasing population and rapid urbanisation, escaping outdoor noise is not an option anymore. But you can control your indoor environment to protect yourself from spoiling your health. Implementing proper measures to block sound from your home is not only beneficial for you but also ensures the wellbeing of your loved ones. Besides, taking the necessary steps to reduce noise disturbance and making the home or office a noise-free environment helps to reduce distractions and increases productivity.

As you can see, noise pollution may not have very distinct symptoms to tell you when it is the right time to install doors and windows with soundproof glass, but taking precautionary measures is the best way to reduce the adverse effects of noise pollution. Despite realising the importance of soundproof glass, however, several people may find themselves questioning their efficiency. And people who have not seen soundproof glass work their magic may often be swayed by other people’s opinions such as soundproof glass is inefficient at worst and a placebo effect at best. That’s why we’re here to debunk the myths about soundproof glass.

How Does Soundproof Glass Work?

Soundproof glass generally has a special layer of PVB interlayer sandwiched in between two standard glass panes. The specialised PVB interlayer possesses excellent sound-absorption properties and efficiently blocks out up to 60% of the external noise by preventing noise frequencies from vibrating from one glass pane to the other. Essentially, soundproof glass manufactured in such a manner functions in the following two ways –

It reflects the noise back towards its source (Meaning, the external noise is reflected back to the outdoors)
It absorbs the noise within the glass (This is done by the dampening core or the PVB interlayer)

At AIS Glass, we have designed the superior AIS Acousticglas TM to help you enjoy peace and tranquillity. It features a functional PVB interlayer to dampen external sound and reduce noise up to 42 decibels. Combined with fusion-welded and double-sealed mechanisms for sound insulation, this durable glass also exudes class and elegance to enhance the aesthetic appeal of your spaces while simultaneously creating a noise-free environment.

Soundproof glass is definitely a hit, and more people need to realise its importance in their lives. And now that you do head over to AIS Glass to pick out your soundproof glass or get it customised to match all your acoustic and interior needs. Get in touch with us today!

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