A huge amount of sunlight, a beautiful view and a good mood in the morning - all these are mandatory attributes of a house with large windows. Many people dream of such a home.
But what stops current and future home owners? How to decide to install large windows? What should you pay attention to when choosing? The answers to all these questions are in today's article.
Advantages of a home with large windows
The advantages of large windows are visible to the naked eye. Even a miniature house with large windows will become bright, cozy and stylish. High light transmission not only decorates the room, but also saves on electricity.
You don’t have to worry about ventilation either: sliding or pivoting windows will let the maximum amount of fresh air into the house. Large windows fit perfectly into the interior of the dining room, living room, kitchen and veranda.
We fix the shortcomings
Behind the visible advantages of a house with large windows, it is sometimes difficult to notice the disadvantages, but they still exist.
1. Heat loss
In the article about I already said that windows account for most of the heat loss - up to 40%. For large windows, this is an important indicator, because they occupy a significant part of the room.
In order for a house with large windows to remain warm, it is worth taking care of high-quality thermal insulation. Kaleva Deco will help keep the heat in the house with a double-glazed window, including i-glass and filling with argon.
If you decide to install large windows in the summer country house, sun protection windows with multifunctional iM-glass or Kaleva Titan Plus will help to maintain a comfortable temperature inside. Additional options will help save on heating and air conditioning.
2. The problem of hacking
It is usually easier to get into a house through windows than through a wall or a solid door, and therefore the problem of breaking into a house with large windows is especially relevant.
Windows with triplex will become a hindrance to uninvited guests. Double protection will prevent ill-wishers from breaking the glass and save the window from force majeure. For example, hitting the ball or frisbee.
3. Lack of privacy
Windows of impressive size are difficult to close with curtains or blinds. If the window occupies the entire wall, then the curtains are difficult to pick up, hang and, most importantly, use. Blinds are lighter in design, but, like textile curtains, they require constant maintenance.
The option will help to hide from prying eyes in a house with large windows. Electrochromic glass, or electronic curtains, will make windows frosted in one second. At the same time, electronic curtains do not need to be removed and cleaned, unlike textiles and blinds.
As we can see, choosing large windows for your home is not an easy task. But considering everything possible problems even before the purchase, then after installation, large windows will please you with an abundance of light, warmth, noiselessness and high-quality protection.
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Today there are many projects of private houses, in which one of the elements that attract attention is French windows - huge window openings create a unique aura in the room. Nevertheless, such windows have both their pros and cons, and before installing them in your house or apartment, you should familiarize yourself with them in more detail. It is possible to consider all the strengths and weaknesses of large windows on each of their individual characteristics, features, talking about its advantages and disadvantages.
Climate control and heating costs
Many people know very well that large heat losses go through the window and therefore in the house where standard size window openings, the loss is less than in those where French ones are installed. This is a minus when deciding whether to choose this type of window or not.
The advantage of a large window is that rooms will be illuminated as much as possible- in a bright room, each person feels more comfortable than in those where the windows are not large. Although many do not particularly like the fact that there is a lot of light in the room, especially if the window is installed on the sunny side of the house and the room can be very, very hot in summer. 
But these moments can be solved quite simply. Many manufacturers equip double-glazed windows with glass with a special sun protection coating when there is a lot of light, but it does not blind the eyes. With regard to saving heat, modern windows also perfectly retain heat inside the room, and to enhance their functions, you can install a warm floor in the house. And from an aesthetic point of view, it will be more presentable than protruding radiators and pipes.
Big window brings more danger
Many naturally can note - a large window gives more chances for thieves to get inside the house by simply breaking the glass or removing it from its hinges. Yes, and the window itself carries no less danger for the household - let's analyze these points in more detail.
But modernity is such that today many people have glass furniture installed and in practice, modern technologies for its manufacture show that glass as a material is not as fragile as it might seem. The easiest way to protect yourself and make glass safe for households is to apply a protective film on it. If the glass is accidentally broken, the fragments will not litter the floor, but will remain on the film and no one will get hurt.
Another option is the use of laminated glass from triplex - in this case, the glass is made from two glass layers with a special film or adhesive applied between them. It is quite difficult to break such glass - it will take a lot of effort. 
As for the issue of personal security and the possibility of scammers entering the house through such windows, this issue can also be resolved. If there is a question of safety, and putting bars on such windows is an impartial thing, then you can opt for armored glass. Expensive but practical.
In addition, it is worth taking care of the appropriate, reliable fittings, which, although not 100% secure, since any lock and lock can be broken, it will increase the time it takes to enter the house, and this is not so little. As you can see, with the right choice of windows, reliable glass and fittings, the minus no longer looks like such a drawback as before.
Level of personal comfort - highlights
The main advantage and purpose of the French window in the house is the maximum illumination of the room, as well as a beautiful panoramic view from the windows. This is especially true for houses where the glazing does not affect only the window openings - in the houses there is glass instead of walls, providing a panoramic view of the landscapes that open behind it. Of course, this is a plus of such a window, although there is a certain minus.
When installing such a window in the house, hoping to enjoy a panoramic view, for example, of a lake or a lawn, it is worth considering that nature and weather may not please you often. As noted earlier, a panoramic window on the sunny side of the house will catch light all day and this can be tiring - the way out of the situation is to cover it with a protective film that absorbs excessive glare, as well as curtains. 
In addition, it is worth considering certain moment privacy of personal life because unity with nature can not please everyone. Many perceive the house as their own refuge, a fortress, and sometimes such openness to neighbors or passers-by can be annoying. As an option - framing the windows with all kinds of blinds and curtains, which will create some protection from prying eyes.
window care
Of course, all the charm of the French window is obvious when you watch the world around you from your favorite sofa. But all the charm and charm disappear if you look at the world through glass stained with dirt or with ugly streaks. If this a private house- to solve the problem of washing windows is not a big problem. But if we are talking about the apartment French windows located on last floor high-rise buildings - washing the window from the outside will be problematic and expensive, since you will have to call high-rise workers for such work. In any case, it is best to invite specialists from cleaning companies.
The construction of any house is associated with a certain number of issues. One of the main ones is the problem of choosing high-quality windows that would fit the facade of the building, as well as meet specific requirements. First you need to determine what functions the window will perform. You should also be aware of the dimensions.
Constructions big size let more sunlight into the room. However, when installing such windows, the likelihood of drafts is high. This problem can be eliminated with the right choice of window material. It is also worth thinking about the construction budget. Many owners of suburban areas install plastic windows in the cottage.
Types of windows for a country house
Modern cottages have different styles. The choice of windows depends on the style of the building. They can be small and neat or large and spacious. Among the latter, windows of non-standard shapes are more common (as in the photo below). Glazing of cottages requires a careful approach to the choice of window frames.
In the market of window products, the most popular materials are:
- wood - such structures are environmentally friendly and externally aesthetic;
- plastic - PVC windows are practical and have good thermal insulation;
- aluminum - such windows can be cold and warm, their installation is not difficult.
Windows with a high degree of sound insulation, as well as good resistance to various atmospheric phenomena, are made from the above materials. This makes it possible to produce such windows in various designs. For example, for a cottage with panoramic windows(as in the photo) plastic windows can be selected. In this case, you do not have to worry about the thermal insulation of the premises.
A very large role is given to the cost of such products. The cheapest options include windows that are made of plastic. They are produced by many manufacturers. Panorama is one of the market leaders. Often, the use of plastic structures allows you to save on the construction of a cottage. Most of the costs are spent on the purchase and installation of wooden windows.
However, systems made of wood can give the house respectability. However, this option of glazing the cottage is not available to everyone. Aluminum windows are durable and practical. At proper care they do not rust and retain heat well. Their strength and resistance to deformation explains the high consumer demand.
Before you decide on the choice of manufacturer, you should get acquainted with the advantages and disadvantages of various materials. Often, when buying window systems, price becomes the determining factor. However, it is worth focusing on such indicators, indicators as the material for building a house, the climatic features of the region, the area of \u200b\u200bthe premises, the level of necessary sound insulation. It is worth considering the plastic windows for the cottage in more detail.
Pros and cons of plastic products
PVC windows are especially popular among private developers. They are tight, undemanding in care and practical in operation. Dust and extraneous sounds do not penetrate through them. Also plastic double-glazed windows provide excellent protection of premises from cold. Frames do not need to be further processed, they retain an aesthetic appearance for decades.
The only requirement when glazing a cottage with PVC windows is to regularly keep the frames clean. In winter, they do not need to be warmed. Washing such structures is also not difficult. Modern systems are equipped with mosquito nets, which allows you to protect yourself from annoying insects entering the house.
Other advantages of plastic windows:
- They are made in various color variations. This allows them to be made in different designs. All sorts of patterns can be applied to the glass of PVC windows.
- PVC windows are environmentally friendly, because they are made using modern technologies. Polyvinyl chloride is often used to make various tableware.
- It is also worth considering that PVC windows can open in different planes. In this case, air can enter the room in different directions.
- The service life of plastic products is measured in tens of years.
However, PVC windows have several disadvantages that you should pay attention to. Humidity in the room is very difficult to maintain at an optimal level. Windows must be kept open to ventilate. This problem can be solved by installing a supply valve (pictured).
In addition, plastic windows cannot be repaired. If a scratch has appeared on the structure, it will not be possible to remove it. Plastic frames can deform under constant stress. Also, windows can change geometry during the heat or severe frost.
In addition, PVC frames are highly electrostatic. This affects their pollution.
Pros and cons of wooden structures
Modern wooden structures have very little resemblance to those products that were made several decades ago. Thanks to the use of new technologies in their production, the frames not only have high tightness, but also heat and sound insulation. The main advantage of such structures is environmental friendliness.
Often, larch, oak and pine wood is used as a frame material for glazing cottages. These materials are great for making high-quality and beautiful windows. Frames of many modern windows made of glued laminated timber, which is able to protect the structure from deformation.
All elements that are present in wooden frames ah, performed on precision equipment. This allows you to get parts that do not require additional fitting. In modern models of wooden windows, assembly with double-glazed windows is used. This provides a high degree of heat and sound insulation of the premises. Also on wooden windows high-quality fittings are installed.
Main disadvantage wooden structures is the need for their processing and regular care. It is also important to monitor the condition of the seals. If they are damaged, they should be replaced. The choice of wooden frames in a cottage with large windows will be quite expensive.
Wooden windows are more suitable for lovers of the classics who appreciate the naturalism of buildings. However, when choosing such products, one should be prepared for the fact that they will require increased attention.
