In the fenestration industry, knowledge of curtain walling is often taken for granted. Outside this specific sector however, many people may never even have heard of curtain walling, or if they have, may be unsure exactly what it is and how it is used.
At Hazlemere Commercial, curtain wall manufacture and installation is a regular part of our work. We have completed hundreds of projects involving curtain walling giving us the expertise to answer any related questions. Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about curtain walls.
What is curtain walling?
Curtain walling is a non-structural exterior building covering. Usually constructed using aluminium systems, its light weight construction makes it easy to transport and install. Glass is often used in curtain walls to allow natural light to penetrate deep into the building. Curtain walling is attached to a building’s structure to form an attractive and protective enclosure.
What is the difference between curtain wall and shop front systems?
Curtain walls are designed to span multiple floors whereas shop front systems are usually only a single storey in design. A shop front’s main function is to be visually pleasing and attract customers or display products. Curtain walls on the other hand are designed to meet strict requirements for thermal expansion and contraction, building sway, water resistance, thermal efficiency, heating, cooling, and lighting.
Is curtain walling a cost-effective solution?
The cost of curtain walling will depend on the materials used, design, labour, and size of the building. If a specialist architect is involved or planning permission is required, costs may increase. In the long term however, quality curtain walling will save you money. Curtain walling can achieve excellent energy efficiency levels, reducing your company’s heating bills and carbon footprint. Using easily sourced, sustainable materials is also a cost-effective benefit of curtain walling.
Quality curtain walling for a variety of commercial projects
At Hazlemere Commercial, we have installed curtain walling for a variety of commercial applications. From local authority buildings to high rise residential and commercial premises; our insistence on quality and attention to detail remains first class. If you’d like to find out more about our wide range of products and services contact us today. Call Hazlemere Commercial on 01494 897 600 or send us a message online. In the meantime, browse our website to view some of the projects we have recently completed.
