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Fineo vacuum glazing is the architects choice

Fineo vacuum glazing is perfect for listed buildings, conservation properties & refurbishment projects.

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Fineo vacuum glazing provides modern solutions to historical problems

Compared to single glazing, Fineo provides substantial improvements to energy efficiency with an impressive U-value of 0.7 W/m²k. Fineo’s ultra-thin profile (7.7mm) is perfect for retrofitting into existing sash windows – so the original historical frames are maintained.

architect in front of window

How does Fineo compare with other types of glazing?

See how Fineo compares with other types of glazing with regards to thickness, u-value, light transmission, sound reduction and solar g-value.

Single Glazing
Slim Double Glazing
Double Glazing
Triple Glazing
FINEO
Thickness
4mm
11mm
28mm
36mm
7.7mm
U-value W/m2K
5.8
1.9
1.2
0.8
0.7
Light Transmission
90
80
80
71
80
Sound Reduction Rw (C;Ctr) dB
29 (-2; -3)
31 (-2; -5)
31 (-2; -5)
32 (-1; -5)
35 (-2; -5)
Solar G-value
0.87
0.71
0.71
0.61
0.62

Better thermal and acoustic insulation

With its exceptional thermal and acoustic insulation properties, Fineo provides substantial improvements to energy efficiency and indoor comfort. Fineo does not require an evacuation port and does not contain any inert gases. Fineo comes with a 20 years guarantee.

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Fineo Shaped Units

Fineo vacuum insulating glazing comes in a wide range of stunning and versatile shapes that will compliment any project. If you want more technical detail about shapes, download the datasheet below. Or if you would like to chat about a project, click the contact us button.

Heart shaped fineo unit
Fineo vacuum glazing shaped unit
Fineo vacuum glazing shaped unit

Fineo vacuum glazing is available in the following shapes

The perfect glazing for heritage projects

Fineo comes with the optional addition of Heritage glass. This resembles the historical window glass manufactured at the turn of the century. Its minimal thickness makes it easy to install in historical window frames and fittings.

Heritage glass

How does Fineo compare with other types of slim double glazing?

Fineo vacuum glazing offers up to 63% efficiency improvement when compared to other slim double glazing. See how Fineo compares with other types of slim double glazing with regards to thickness, inert gases, u-value and guarantee.

Overall Thickness
Glass Thickness
Cavity
Gas
U-value
Guarantee
FINEO
7.7 mm
3.8 mm
0.1 mm
NONE
0.7
20 Years
Slim Double Glazing A
11 mm
3.5 mm
4 mm
Krypton
1.9
5 Years
Slim Double Glazing B
12 mm
4 mm
4 mm
Krypton
1.9
5 Years
Slim Double Glazing C
13 mm
4 mm
5 mm
Krypton
1.7
5 Years
Slim Double Glazing D
14 mm
4 mm
6 mm
Krypton
1.5
5 Years
Slim Double Glazing E
16 mm
4 mm
8 mm
Krypton
1.3
5 Years

Fineo light and energy performance

Total Thickness
LT%
(EN 410)
LR ext% (EN 410)
LR int%
(EN 410)
g[-] (EN 410)
Ug (EN 673)
Fineo 8
7.7 mm
79%
14
14
0.61
0.7 W/(m2.K)
Fineo 10
9.7 mm
79%
14
14
0.60
0.7 W/(m2.K)
Fineo 12
11.7mm
78%
14
14
0.60
0.7 W/(m2.K)

Fineo acoustic attenuation performance

Rw [C ; Ctr] [dB] (EN ISO 10140)
Rw + Ctr [dB] (EN ISO 10140)
Fineo 8
35 (-2; -5)
30
Fineo 10
36 (-2; -3)
33
Fineo 12
36 (-1; -2)
34