Our FastFold bi folding door range offer a range of low emissivity, energy efficient glass options from some of the most prestigious glass companys in the world.
Glass is a very important product when considering bifolding doors because of the large areas of glass they create. With the increase of soaring energy costs it is paramount that you select the correct glass to maximise the energy that you save in your home.
We at FastfoldUK are always on hand to give you the best advice on our range of energy saving glass options for your new Fastfold bifolding doors. Also we have our exclusive integrated blind options which are magnetically controlled and come in 5 different colours which combined with the different glass options can create an exclusive contemporary look.
Our self cleaning glass option is also available on any of our doors to reduce cleaning and dirt with its special coating. Whichever option you choose all our range of glass options compliment any of our Fasfold series of bi folding doors.
Glazing Options
Standard
Planibel Low-E Toughned Glass 1.6u
Save Energy With Our Supplied As Standard Planibel Low-E Glass.
Low-emissivity single glazing
High performance: low-emissivity
Full range: hard-coated (using a pyrolitic process) or soft-coated (using a magnetron process) glasses
Environmental impact: the low-emissivity coatings on the Planibel LOW-E single glazing lead to significantly lower energy consumption and CO2 emissions
Multiple applications: buildings, household appliances, horticultural industry, etc.
As its light transmission is higher than clear float glass, it is perfect for applications where transparency and purity of colour are desired.
Pilkington Optiwhite™ is a low iron extra clear float glass with very high light transmission. It is practically colourless, and the green cast inherent to other glasses is not preseIt is therefore ideal for use where glass edges are visible or where a neutral colour is desired.
As its light transmission is higher than clear float glass, it is perfect for applications where transparency and purity of colour are desired.
Pilkington Optiwhite™ has superior performance when compared with conventional clear float products; this includes higher light transmission and greater solar heat transmittance.
Pilkington Optiwhite™ Outer Pane
Argon Gas Filling
(Air filling With Warm Edge Bar)
Pilkington K Glass™ Inner Paner
Standard Spacer Bar
(Upgrade to Thermbobar Warm Edge Bar)
+ Thermobar Warm Edge Bar
Thermobar warm edge bar is also used with optiwhite which has a moisture and gas resistance barrier and when combined can easily attain a A rated bi folding door.
Premium
SGG PLANITHERM TOTAL energy efficient glass1.2u
Improve the energy efficiency of your windows and help reduce your heating bills!
SGG PLANITHERM TOTAL is one of the most energy efficiency glass products available helping to improve the window energy ratings of your glazing and making your home more comfortable: Performance
Improved thermal insulation – reduces heat loss more effectively than traditional low-E coatings
Promotes passive solar heat gain – free heat from the sun passes easily through the glass helping to warm your home
Improved energy efficiency – reduced need for heating helps to save energy and protect the environment whilst saving you money on heating bills
More comfortable rooms – improved thermal insulation means fewer cold spots and drafts near windows and doors
Less condensation – the inner surface of the glass stays warmer reducing internal condensation and prolonging the life of your window
Neutral Appearance
No unsightly tint – Unlike traditional low-E coatings that suffer from an unsightly yellow tint, SGG PLANITHERM looks very clear. This means your curtains or Georgian Bars will not look dirty or discoloured
More light – less tint also means more light can enter the room, making it more comfortable and luminous
No ‘haze’ effect – SGG PLANITHERM does not suffer from the unsightly tint commonly associated with traditional low-E products
Product description
The SGG PLANITHERM family of products are specifically designed to keep interiors more comfortable in winter months and improve the energy efficiency of your home. Glass of this type is commonly known as low emissivity glass, or low-E glass.
Additional Options
Self Cleaning Glass
If you would like self cleaning glass in your FastFold doors then you can select the option as an extra option on our quotation builder. If you would like more information about this glass or any other of our glass options you can contact us.
Integral Blinds
The blinds inside the glass are controlled by two discreetly hidden powerful magnets, that with ease control the operation of the blinds, allowing you to raise, lower and tilt the blinds with its simple innovated design. This in turn controls when you need privacy and allows you to control against glare and sunlight which keeps the room at a more controlled temperature.
For more information about integral blinds here.
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