The Best Glass For Listed Buildings Is Fineo Vacuum Glazing
Vacuum glazing, such as Fineo, is the best option for Grade I and II listed buildings because it offers high thermal efficiency while closely resembling the width and aesthetic of traditional single glazing.
The Benefits Of Retrofitting Fineo In Listed Buildings
Historic Aesthetic Preservation
Ultra-thin Profile: Vacuum glazing has a very thin cavity (0.1mm) compared to standard double glazing (12-20mm), making it an ideal replacement for inefficient traditional single glazing.
Easily Retrofitted: The ultra-thin profile of 7.7mm makes Fineo vacuum glazing the perfect solution for sash window frames in listed buildings. The original frames are renovated and restored. And the thermal insulation of the glass is similar to triple glazing.
Shaped Glass: Fineo can be produced in a wide range of versatile shapes to suit nearly every type of historic window frame restoration.
Compliance with Conservation Requirements
Meets Heritage Guidelines: Conservation officers reject standard double glazing because it alters the appearance of sash and casement windows. Vacuum glazing allows you to retain original timber frames while improving performance. Vacuum glazing has been approved for use by Historic England.
Retains Original Sightlines: Since it’s almost as thin as traditional glass, it doesn’t require deep rebates in historic window frames, which is a common issue with double glazing.
Part L Building Regulations: Requires windows to have good thermal performance. Fineo has a U-value of 0.7 W/m²K which is a huge jump in energy-efficiency when compared to single glazing which has a U-value of 5.8 W/m²K.
Superior Thermal Efficiency
Low U-value of 0.7 W/m²K better than traditional triple glazing (36mm unit)
More comfortable environment: not only will energy bills be reduced but Fineo will make the property more comfortable.
Reduced Condensation: Fineo will help significantly reduce unwanted internal condensation, which will also help extend the lifespan of the original frames. Note: adequate indoor ventilation is also an important factor in removing internal condensation.
Reduce Unwanted Noise
Acoustic insulation: thanks to the vacuum insulation Fineo will also help reduce unwanted outside noise in built up areas.
Draught-proofing is part of the restoration process that will make the property more comfortable and quiet
Better For The Environment
Long lifespan: Fineo has a market leading 20 year warranty and has an expected lifespan of 60+ years.
Made in Europe: The only vacuum insulating glazing made in Europe and also comes with CE marking.
Glass Type Options: Only Fineo offers annealed and toughened glass options. Other less environmentally friendly manufacturers in China only offer a toughened option. Toughened glass produces unnecessary carbon due to the heating process. Note: Glazing type chosen always follows building regulations
Comparing Fineo Vacuum Glazing With Traditional Glazing:
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 |
Conclusion: Fineo Is Best For Listed Buildings
Fineo vacuum glazing is the best modern glazing solution for historic and listed buildings in the UK. Fineo meets both heritage conservation and building regulation requirements. It provides ideal aesthetics from a unit the width of single glazing but with the thermal performance of triple glazing. This makes Fineo the top choice for timber sash window restoration projects.
To get advice on your listed building projects contact us today or one of our approved Fineo installers.
