Thursday, February 28, 2019

TRANSFORM THE LOOK OF YOUR BUSINESS WITH THESE WINDOWS TIPS


It is almost daily that you look through your windows. But when was the last time that you looked at your windows? Commercial windows are designed to bring natural light and act as a means of ventilation for your office building. However, without proper care, the windows will probably wear out and need to be replaced. Additionally, if the windows of your workplace won’t look good, no one will take your business seriously.
Basic maintenance methods apply to all windows style, including commercial windows. Follow the tips mentioned below in the blog and these will help you transform the look of your business:
1. Regular cleaning
Windows prevent your office building against nature and element. Exposed to adverse weather conditions, they are covered with dirt and debris in no time. Clean your windows in regular time intervals and keep them sparkling.
2. Seasonal inspections
The structural integrity of your windows should be assessed each season. Look for the signs of moisture infiltration and use metal rod to investigate the concerned areas. Check for the conditions like weather stripping, fogging or condensation build-up between double or triple-pane windows, and brittle or warped frames.
3.  Reseal windows
Check if there are any openings or broken seals and reseal your reseal your windows. Fill spaces between window casing and wall inside using latex caulk.
4.  Repaint windows
Repaint the wooden or metal frames of your windows every three to four years to protect them so that they continue to look new. Before repainting them, make sure that they are cleaned thoroughly and any loose or peeling is removed first. To ensure the smooth functioning of your windows, paint the windows open and allow drying before closing.
5.  Take care of damaged parts
If you have wooden windows, you need to take extra care since they are more susceptible to damage and deterioration. Repair any rotted areas, splinters, holes, and cracks as soon as possible. Replace any cracked or broken glass for maximum safety and security. Replace any broken hardware such as locks, handles, tracks, and hinges.
6.  Maintain screens
Holes and tears in window screen should be cleaned and repaired regularly to keep them operating properly. Also, replace the screen holding spline since it disintegrates over time.
Calibar Contracts is one of the leading commercial windows and Aluminium shopfronts manufacturers. Contact us for commercial windows in London and transform the look of your business.

Thursday, February 7, 2019

ADVANTAGES OF CURTAIN WALLING THAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT



People will go to all kinds of measures to make sure that the elements do not enter the building or structure. They will do anything to protect the interior as well as the exterior of the building. Most people use curtain walling to achieve the same.
Curtain wall is something that is designed to protect your building against the effects of bad weather like torrential rain, snow, or hail. It is made of lightweight materials since it does not have to support anything else except itself. It can also be matched with glass to provide a source of lighting, while still protecting the exterior of the building from damages.
In this blog, we are going to discuss the advantages of curtain walling in buildings.
1. Keeps out air and water
The primary purpose of curtain walls is to keep air and water out of the building, acting both as an absorbent and an insulator. Curtain wall acts as an additional shield to the building.
2. Lessens building sway
Curtain wall reduces the overall sway of the building making it more comfortable to the inhabitants. It also evens out any stress on the building by dispersing kinetic force throughout the entire frame and structure.
3. Slows the spread of fire
It acts as a barrier and prevents the easy transfer of fire across the surface of the building, hence reducing the fire spread between the floors.
4. Thermal efficiency
Since curtain wall is another layer of material across the building, it stabilizes the temperature within and cuts down the operating cost of the building. Proper treatment and glazing of curtain walls improve the thermal efficiency of the building.
5. Attractive appearance
Most of the buildings today use curtain walling, not only because of the numerous advantages it poses, but also because of its attractive appearance. A clean, unique, and sophisticated appearance is associated with the contemporary design, and curtain wall never fails to provide so. In most of the areas, the only type of wall that would be seen against the city skyline is curtain wall.
Calibar Contracts has a variety of products that are designed for the fast and easy installation of curtain walls. Contact us now to know more about our technologies on curtain walling London.