When looking to include structural glass on any project there are various elements of design, logistics and specification that you will need to keep in mind. The design and installation of structural glazing is not a simple process. Each installation has to be painstakingly detailed and designed. The glazing company you choose should have an […]
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Why should I specify Low Iron Glass?
The beauty of a glass structure is that they are clear and transparent. Large elevations of glass, especially frameless structural glass, provide unparalleled levels of light ingress into a space as well as fantastic viewing portals out over views. But did you know that ‘clear glass’ is not in fact totally clear? Natural ‘clear’ glass […]
Get the Look: Ashford Mill
IQ installed steel doors to a listed corn mill located in Ashford, Peak District. The corn mill dates back to before 1043 AD and was formally owned by the Duke of Devonshire until the 1950s. The homeowners have spent the past seven years consulting with the Peak District National Park Planners to restore the […]
Get the Look: Winter Hill
Contemporary Extension to Traditional Home IQ Glass installed slim framed glass sliding doors onto the contemporary extension with glass balustrades installed on the roof top terrace. A structural glass roof was also installed to provide natural light to the basement. Contact Information: +44(0)1494 722 880 hello@iqglassuk.com The Courtyard Showroom, Sky House, Raans Road, Amersham HP6 […]
How to Cover Steel Supports
When creating a structural glass box or façade which includes some opening elements, a steel supporting member may be required around these openings, to support the surrounding glass and to create a low deflection opening for slim framed doors or windows to sit within. Part of the design aspect for IQ is designing and detailing […]
How Can I Use Sandblasted Glass?
How Can I Use Sandblasted Glass? Excellent for bespoke glass finishes, intricate patterns, images or even gradients of translucency
