Designing Architectural Glazing with High Wind Load on Windows Cornwall and the Southwest of the UK have some of the most stunning views in the country, with elevated plots for coastal views and direct access onto beaches or beautiful countryside. But these projects also come with some specific challenges, the main one being the […]
Slim framed sliding glass doors
Visit IQ Glass and Keller at BAU Munich 2023
Get the first look at Keller’s Next Generation Sliding Glass Door System Visit the Keller exhibition at BAU Munich 17 to 22nd April 2023 to be the first in the world to see the newest sliding door technology from the market leaders. The team at IQ will be joining Keller at BAU on Thursday […]
6 Examples of Glazing for a Home on a Sloping Site
Maximising views on tricky sloping building sites When a house is located on a sloping site there are always logistical challenges and complexities, but the possible views are amazing. The proper use of architectural glazing on a sloping site home offers excellent opportunity to maximise views from the elevated site position. Below are some brilliant […]
Our ‘Glazing for Self-Builders’ eGuide – Sign Up for Free
Sign up for our free email guide all about glazing for your self–build When you are planning your self-build, the glazing specification is so important and there are so many technical aspects to consider. Self-builders are taking on a big challenge when they begin their projects, and you must quickly become experts in so many […]
How to Use Structural Glass and Slim Framed Sliding Glass Doors Together
For projects looking for a minimal frame design to their glazing slim framed sliding glass doors are the first choice. With sightlines as slim as 21mm and a frameless finish at the head and base, the glass doors offer the perfect solution for the encouragement of internal-external merging; a popular design consideration for modern living […]
7 Best Design Options For Slim Framed Doors
Architects and specifiers are always looking for new and interesting ways to create a slim and minimal design to their glazing. But when you are looking at specifying a slim door system there are many other elements to consider such as performance, design and opening types. Not all slim framed door systems are created equal, […]
New Glass and Timber CAD Details Library
Download our newest CAD details for Glass and Timber designs! IQ can provide glazing CAD details for many of our bespoke solutions, such as our Invisio structural glazing system and our roof glazing CAD details. We now have the latest addition, our Glass and Timber CAD Details Library! When specifying architectural glazing and timber, there […]
Specific Uw Values for Slim Sliding Doors
Specific Uw values for slim sliding doors are calculated on a project-by-project basis, as there are many factors such as size and glass specification that affect this. With the updates to building regulations and the improved Uw value requirements for glazing, there is a misconception that this will mean that glazing specifications will need to […]
Contemporary House With Bespoke Glazing in Portree Skye, Scotland
A bespoke glazing package was specified from IQ for this contemporary house in Portree Skye in Scotland. Our dedicated Midlands & North division are currently working on this contemporary new build in Portree Skye on the Isle of Skye in Scotland, designing and installing a bespoke glazing package to capitalize on the stunning surrounding views. […]
The Construction of the Double Height Vertical Sash Window and minimal windows 4+ Opening
Discover the process behind the construction of the oversized sliding façade at the IQ Glass glazing showroom. When the new IQ Glass showroom was redesigned, a double height glass façade stretching 6.5 metres tall was designed as part of the exterior design. The frameless structural glass façade sits next to an opening where a […]
