Measurements of glass structures. What are the advantages of glass partitions, what they are, when they can be used Purpose and application features

Glass partitions visually increase the volume of the room and have good light transmission - retain natural light. Glass looks great in combination with wood and metal structures. This feature allows you to create different design options for zoning elements. At the same time, the installation of any type of glass partitions, if you follow the instructions, is available to everyone.

Partitions from glass happen stationary and sliding. The latter, in turn, are divided into five subspecies:

• Coupe - flat glass sheets moving on rollers along guides located at the top and bottom. The bulkhead roller mechanism is installed parallel to the wall or in the in-wall "pencil case".
  
  
• Radius. They are similar to compartments, with the exception of one feature - the curvature of the guides and canvases. Such partition elements can be not only rounded, but also concave or have a complex configuration.
  
  
• Suspended (non-threshold). Equipped with top fixing support only, bottom rail is not used.
  
• Folding. There are two types: "books" and "accordions". They differ in that the first consists of two lamellas, and the second - of three.
  
• Transformable. Combine sliding and swinging doors. These bulkheads are top mounted. From below, the hinged doors are fixed to the latches installed on the floor.
  
  

picking up sliding partitions, do not forget about the type of room to be delimited. For example, for zoning a room in a “stalinka”, a compartment bulkhead option is suitable.

To separate the kitchen or bathroom suitable choice- folding or suspended structures.

Stationary glass partitions are usually chosen if it is necessary to partially divide the room, or erect structural element with an arch, less often with a door. These can be screens made of solid glass with fastening to the wall, framed false walls, glass block structures.

Let's analyze different types of stationary glass walls:

All such false walls transmit light well, give the room airiness, and are decorative. But they have one imperfection - you can not hang a shelf or cabinet.

Partitions made of tempered or laminated glass are perhaps the safest. Distinctive feature- reliability, durability, resistance to mechanical stress and low weight, which contributes to a quick and safe installation.

As for the application, most often they erect a wall of glass blocks in the bathroom, and all-glass partitions - in shopping centers. Frame options are universal.

Another type of frame partition is French glazing. Here the glass in the frame is not whole, but divided by imposts. If the wall is damaged, not all glass elements break, which contributes to faster recovery at minimal cost.

There are also mobile partitions in the form of screens or shelving with glass filling.

An essential tool for installing glass partition walls at home

An independent device of glass interior partitions requires a certain set of tools. Most of them are in every home workshop, for example, a tape measure or a level.

You may also need:

• glass cutter;
• drill;
• screwdriver

Depending on the design of the partition, this list is supplemented.

How to cut glass correctly

When installing glass partitions with your own hands, it is sometimes necessary to turn large sheets of glass into suitable ones for filling a frame or opening. This means that glass cutting will be required.

Here it is important to consider what technologies the glass sheet is made of:

When cutting glass, wear double-layer gloves to protect your hands from cuts.

How to install glass partitions yourself

The construction technology depends on the type of construction. Consider the main options for mounting glass false walls.

How to install all-glass clamping partitions:

Adjustment of a cloth on height is made by means of additional laying or supports. When installing two or more canvases, a gap of 2-3 mm is left between them, filled if necessary with a sealant.

The last step is the installation of decorative covers that snap onto the connectors on both sides and, if necessary, an overlay from the end.

How is the installation of a stationary glass partition on the frame:

The final step is the processing of joints with sanitary sealant and the installation of sashes and fittings.

How to build a glass block bulkhead? For this, two methods are used:

Method #1 - "Dirty"	Method #2 - "Clean"
Glass blocks are stacked one on top of the other, smearing with special glue. Alignment of elements is carried out using plastic crosses for tiles. The evenness of the rows relative to the walls and ceiling is achieved with the help of hammered nails. No more than five rows are laid per day. The seams are overwritten after 24 hours, necessary for the glue to set.	The elements are fastened together with the help of special plastic or aluminum modules. Grooves are made in them for connecting with each other and holding the blocks. The mounted partition is fixed on the walls and floor with self-tapping screws. In this way, you can assemble various configurations - ladders, pyramids, with openings.

The surface of any glass bulkhead can be decorated with drawings, both with the help of special paints on glass, and with the creation of patterns from vinyl film.

Sliding glass partitions: their advantages, disadvantages

Structural elements of a sliding type zone the space, and at the same time do not “eat up” square meters. Similar false walls:

Installation of sliding glass partitions is carried out using special guide profiles. They can be placed only on the ceiling or on the floor and ceiling.

Rail doors are not mounted on suspended ceiling from GKL, since cracking during operation will cause deformation of both the ceiling and the sliding bulkhead.

Interroom partition elements made of glass give the room style, originality and spaciousness. And you can install them without the involvement of professionals.

The design of our house is a creative process, which allows us to get completely different in functionality, purpose and type of dwelling from the premises of the same layout. A wide variety of new and old materials provide a sea of ​​​​opportunities for the implementation of the most daring projects. For example, to give a dwelling a non-standard look, to change the layout without erecting new walls, glass partitions in an apartment or house allow. Their installation does not require permission, they do not “load” the space, but divide it, blocking out separate zones.

Species and varieties

First, let's talk about the design features of glass partitions. Conditionally, they can be divided into the following groups;

There are also author's options that are difficult to attribute to any type, although most of them are variations on the theme of frame and French partitions made of glass, in which different geometric shapes of the frame and different types of glass are used. It's just hard to imagine how different the results of such experiments can look.

Stationary

Glass partitions in an apartment or house are made stationary or mobile. Ordinary walls are replaced by stationary ones, they are simply made of unusual material. This perfect solution if the fenced-off part of the room is obtained without windows, enough light penetrates through the glass wall. This technique is still often seen in shared offices: glass partitions mark the boundaries but do not create the feeling of a beehive with small honeycombs / cells. Each has its own working angle, but the room is the same.

Stationary partitions do not fold, do not move ....

Stationary glass partitions in the apartment and house can be found in the bathrooms, where they separate the shower or bath from the rest of the room. They are also called "sanitary glass partitions". This separation provides waterproofing, but does not visually divide the space, which is why even a small bathroom remains spacious. In this case, frameless glazing is more often used. Glass joints are sealed with a transparent sealant, perfectly retain water resistance and do not spoil appearance. This solution is better for two reasons. Firstly, it is easier to care for, there is nowhere to accumulate water, dirt, salt deposits. Secondly, profiles for frequent contact with water are expensive. So it's a smart decision.

Mobile

Mobile glass partitions are usually design solutions that allow you to use the same area in different ways at different times. In this case, the glass wall can be moved. This is a great solution for small apartments, this technique is also used in the design of studio apartments.

Mobile partitions

This technique is also used when combining the kitchen with gas stove and living/dining room. To ensure safety, the room in which the gas appliance is installed must be fenced off and have doors. But the meaning of the association is precisely to remove the partition. This contradiction is solved with the help of a glass mobile wall. It is completely or partially made of glass, sliding / folding doors are installed.

Mobile glass partitions in an apartment can be:

If you can't decide whether you need a stationary partition or a mobile partition, consider the issue of price. Mobile partitions are much more expensive. The difference can be twice or more. If the budget is limited, it is reasonable to make a combined glass partition in an apartment or house - make part of it stationary and part of it sliding.

Types of glasses and their maximum dimensions

The same glass partition can be made from different types glass. It is important to choose the right parameters, performance characteristics of the material, and for this you need to know their features and properties. If you came up with a similar design yourself, it is better to consult an experienced glazier. Not all designers have all necessary information, and ordinary people are simply unaware of some things.

Glass partition can be with doors

Thickness for partitions for various purposes

First of all, you need to decide on the thickness of the glass, which is best used when building a partition. Depends on the type of partition, the place of its installation, the type of glass used.

If the partition is external, it serves to separate the covered veranda, winter garden, etc. most likely, you will need a double-glazed window, and this is another story and a different approach.

Conventional silicon glasses

Glass partitions in an apartment can be made of transparent, frosted, patterned, tinted, colored glass, mirrors and their combinations. The size of a glass sheet depends on its type. A sheet of ordinary glass has a width of 1200 mm and a height of 2000 mm. If large dimensions are needed, either imposts are made (additional dividing profiles) or tempered glass is used. It is characterized by higher strength characteristics; when destroyed, the fragments are not sharp, so the likelihood of injury is low. Maximum dimensions tempered glass with a thickness of 6 to 19 mm allow you to make a solid partition for almost any room: 3210 mm * 6000 mm. The disadvantage of this glass is one: it is expensive. And than larger size sheet, the higher the price.

Triplex can be armored, or it can consist of three glasses glued with two films ...

Laminated glass has even higher strength: duplex and triplex. Sheets of glass are glued with a transparent plastic film (duplex is glass with a film, triplex is two glasses and a film between them. The technology is designed so that the transparency of multilayer glasses does not decrease, breaking the glass does not scatter, but is covered with a network of cracks, the fragments remain hanging on the film. The maximum dimensions of duplex and triplex are 2600 mm * 3100 mm Which glass is better for glass partitions in an apartment: duplex or triplex? best performance for heat and sound insulation. So if a glass partition in an apartment or house will separate the room from the street, the best options are double-glazed windows or triplex. For an internal partition, you will have to choose between ordinary, tempered glass or duplex.

organic glasses

You can also use acrylic glass or sheet polycarbonate for glass partitions in an apartment or house. They have low thermal conductivity (0.2-0.3 W / (m K)), transmit light well (transparency up to 92%), weigh 2-3 times less (with the same thickness), and are more resistant to shock loads. , cost less. These are their advantages. Even organic glasses at a certain temperature have a high plasticity, so that they can be bent, giving any shape. After cooling, the glass retains its specified shape.

Organic glass can be used in the construction of glass partitions in an apartment or house

The disadvantages are that the material melts at not the highest temperatures (250-300°C), scratches easily appear on the surface, which significantly reduce light transmission. There is nothing to be done about melting - they should not be installed near heating devices or an open flame. And they fight against scratches by gluing a thin but durable film. Plexiglas thickness - from 2 mm to 50 mm, sheet dimensions - 2050 mm * 3050 mm.

There can be different objects in acrylic glass

Acrylic glass is cast and extruded. Cast - more durable, can be of considerable thickness. Extrusion - thinner (maximum thickness depends on the extruder), can be opaque, light-diffusing, colored. There is also decoacryl, a variety with a matte or smooth finish. various objects can be inserted inside - from sparkles to any small objects. Decorators like to use such acrylic glasses.

Glass blocks and glass profiles

For stationary glass partitions for an apartment or a house, in an office, glass blocks and glass profiles can be used. Both are glassware, but they have different kind and manufacturing technology. Partitions made of these materials transmit light, but are not completely transparent. Visible, at best, silhouettes. Details, even in very good lighting, can not be disassembled.

Glass blocks are poured into certain shapes. Two identical fragments are then combined into one block - a parallelepiped. They have small size, are produced in the form of squares or rectangles, from transparent or colored glass. The edges can be smooth or patterned, and the corrugated surface is usually internal, and the external is smooth.

Stationary partitions made of glass blocks and glass profiles

Glass blocks have good thermal insulation ability, as there is air layer between two glass walls. Of these, like bricks, a wall is laid, but at the same time it is not necessary to lay it apart, maybe a seam in a seam. Glass partitions in a glass block apartment let in light, but are not transparent. This is a good option if you need to isolate, for example, a bath from the rest of the room, put a partition in a long room.

Glass profile - P or U-shaped product made of curved alkaline silicate glass. It is produced in long strips (up to 3 meters), which are inserted into a special profile. The wall can be assembled single, or double, by turning the profiles towards each other.

Glass partitions in the apartment and house: photos of interesting options

Glass block partition in the bathroom - and the shower is fenced off, and the space is not loaded

A stationary partition made of patterned glass separates the bed without creating a division into cells

The absence of sharp corners is another possibility that can be realized with glass blocks.

For classic interiors you can do sandblasting on glass

Glass screen on wheels for dividing the room

Very popular glass blocks in the bathroom

If you need to separate the kitchen from the corridor, but keep natural light in a dark corridor, put a glass partition

Milky glass, rounded fragments - beautiful, stylish

One of the decorations

Framed glass partitions in an apartment or house look very good ... the main thing is that the style matches

An original way to highlight the kitchen without loading the space

Radial partitions - always interesting

Colored partitions also create a certain atmosphere

Frames, thin mullions ... the simplest solutions give an interesting effect

Measurement has two purposes.
The first is to determine the suitability of openings for the installation of glass partitions and structures and, if necessary, draw up a specification for additional work on preparation (alteration of curved openings, installation of embedded parts, etc.).
The second is to determine the exact dimensions of the openings, according to which working drawings of glasses and non-standard fittings will be prepared in the future.

In case of errors at the first stage during installation, it turns out, for example, that it is impossible to mount a partition into an existing suspended ceiling, and pipes of a “warm floor” pass under the tile and installation of a door in this place is impossible. If the measurements are taken incorrectly, it may be necessary to rework the manufactured glasses or non-standard parts (and well, if not all)!

The key to a successful measurement is the qualification of the measurer and the availability of the necessary tools. Here we'll talk about them.

1. Roulette.
The simplest tool, which, nevertheless, in a number of situations is more convenient than more expensive counterparts.

2. Laser roulette.
The main tool of any measurer. Modern roulettes good producers are reliable and provide the minimum error. However, it should be remembered that the laser tape measure may not always be used:
- Some types of coatings (for example, translucent marble) reflect the beam of the tape measure so that it gives inflated measurements
- The laser tape measure does not measure the distance to reflective surfaces (mirror, polished metal, etc.)
- It is not always possible to measure the distance to a surface with a strong relief - at the slightest displacement of the tape measure, the reflection occurs from a surface point that is at a completely different distance. The way out is to use mechanical means of measurement in such situations or to “replace” the surface. Masking tape glued to the mirror will allow you to measure the distance to it.

3. Telescopic ruler
Very useful when measuring heights when you can not use a laser tape measure.

4. Laser plane builder.
Indispensable for any measurement. It allows you to check the horizontalness of the floor and the verticality of the walls and determine how many millimeters and in what places they are littered. We prefer to use full-sized models with three laser planes - they can be used to transfer points and lines from the floor to the ceiling and vice versa strictly vertically, to build a right and arbitrary angle. On openings for glass partitions more than two meters wide, the usual level is no longer able to solve even a simple task checking the levelness of the floor. Therefore, we can safely say that it is impossible to perform a high-quality measurement without a laser builder.

5. Electronic level - goniometer.
Useful when you need to measure some angle or the angle of a line (such as a flight of stairs) relative to the horizon.

Today, glass partitions are an integral part of most modern offices. The question naturally arises: how to take care of them so that their appearance remains attractive during the entire warranty period?

Unitex is confident that high-quality installed office partitions are durable and reliable structures that are unpretentious in maintenance. Compliance with several simple rules will allow you to always keep glass partitions clean without spending extra effort.

How and how to wash glass partitions

So, the main methods of caring for glass office partitions are wet wiping and washing. Cleaning agents should be liquid, slightly alkaline (with pH approaching neutral). If necessary, you can use a soap solution or a solution based on an unscented shampoo. Powder cleaners are not recommended. Washing water should not be too hot, as this will dull the glass. For washing and cleaning office partitions always use soft sponges and non-abrasive products. In no case should you use hard, especially metal sponges. A simple, cheap and reliable way to clean glass is to wipe the glass surface with vinegar and water. Transparent glass without tinting can be sprinkled with water with a little blue added, and then wiped with a soft cloth.

Simple tempered glass is enough to wipe with conventional glass cleaners every 3-7 days and as needed. Glass with decorative elements included inside the glass sheet is washed in the same way.

All-glass partitions with decorative elements applied to the outer surface of the partition are washed with gentle means so as not to damage decorative film or paint. Always test new products on the most inconspicuous area of ​​the glass partition surface - for example, in its lower corners.

On corrugated and embossed glass, dust is usually less noticeable than on partitions made of ordinary transparent glass. But this is only externally - in fact, dust accumulates on such a partition several times more, because its total surface area is significantly increased. To keep the corrugated partition always clean, it should be washed at least once a week.

If there is a stain from food or dirt on the surface of the glass, it is better to immediately wipe it with a wet soft cloth, if necessary with soapy water. If the traces are dried, wipe them with a cleaning solution and let the stains soak, and then wash them clean. It is not necessary to try to clean such dirt immediately, as you can accidentally scratch the glass. It will become matte, and it will be quite difficult to restore its shiny surface.

Clearing Profiles

When properly mounted inside, between the wall and the profile, dirt does not get in. However, dust can accumulate in the corners and joints of the profile, as well as on their moving parts. To keep these places always looking neat, they need to be washed as often as glass walls. Be sure to use the correct cleaning products for plastic and aluminum profiles, without abrasive inclusions. There is nothing worse than a scratched profile - dust quickly begins to accumulate in scratches, which is extremely difficult to wash out.

The use of glass partitions in a living room is a simple, but at the same time effective way of organizing space. Recently, such designs have become increasingly popular. Before installation, you should study their features, main advantages and possible disadvantages.

Glass partitions - modern design solution

Purpose and application features

Glass partitions for zoning a room do not take up much space and at the same time visually expand the space. Thanks to special glass processing technologies, it becomes safe and reliable in operation. Usually triplex or tempered glass is used. It is first processed with high temperature in a special oven. As for the triplex, this is a laminated look, which consists of several layers glued together with a special resin.

Structures have the following advantages:

1. Long service life and reliability. Tempered glass and triplex are characterized by good mechanical resistance, easily withstand daily household loads, humidity, temperature regime, in addition, can be a good basis for hanging equipment.
2. Safety. Even if deformed, the product will not bring significant harm to others.
3. Wide range of operating possibilities. This makes it possible to use partitions in the living room, as well as in the kitchen, bathrooms, balconies, where conditions are more aggressive.
4. Light weight.
5. Attractive appearance, the ability to emphasize the conciseness and individual style of the room.
6. Functionality. Thanks to good light transmission, the use of a glass surface helps to get excellent lighting in the rooms in the apartment, making them more spacious. The advantage is that at the same time the zoning necessary for the owners takes place.

It is worth noting some disadvantages of such material:

1. High price.
2. Difficult installation - it will not be possible to do it yourself without hiring professionals.

Before ordering a product, it is necessary to take measurements correctly, since after manufacturing the glass for the partition cannot be cut.

There are various ways to secure partitions. They can be not only stationary, but also suspended, sliding. For mounting sliding, special rails are used, and for hanging - upper profiles and carriages.

Matte sliding partitions

As an artistic idea, you can embody any design idea. Glass is frosted, transparent, tinted. With the help of an architectural film, the desired image, logos, ornaments, inscriptions are easily applied to it.

Types of glass partitions

For convenience, a classification of partitions according to different characteristics has been introduced.

By appointment

Partitions can be mobile or stationary.

1. Stationary.

They replace the usual fixed walls. This a good option when it is required to zone a part of the room in which there are no windows, a sufficient amount of light will flow through the glass. A similar solution is often found in office premises, where the partition only marks the border, without creating the feeling of a closed space with small rooms. At the same time, each employee has a strictly assigned working area- a kind of private office.

A good solution for a living space is a partition in the bathroom - when it delimits the bathroom from the rest of the space. This approach helps achieve additional waterproofing without dividing the space, so even small room maintains a sense of sufficient space and lack of borders.

1. Mobile.

Such partitions are most often a design solution that helps to use the same area in different ways. Transparent walls are easy to move - this is a real way out for apartments with a small footage. Often mobile partitions are used in studio apartments.

Combining the kitchen and living room

Also, this technique allows you to combine the kitchen and living room. To ensure the safety of a room with a gas stove, it must be fenced off. The glass railing is there and protects the space, but is not felt and visually creates the feeling of a spacious room.

Mobile partitions are of several types:

• sliding - the movable part rolls back behind the stationary one;
• radius - design with sliding door, but with curved radius partitions;
• with pendulum / swing doors - more often used for shops;
• folding - according to the principle of an accordion or a book.

By type of construction

Partitions by type of construction are conditionally classified into the following types:

• All-glass. They are assembled from huge sheets without additional connections. Additionally, fasteners, fixing elements are required. Such glass should have good load bearing capacity, therefore, triplex is usually used, which does not crumble when destroyed.
• Frame. An aluminum profile is attached to the walls, ceiling and floor, it can also be made of wood, plastic or steel. The glass sheet is securely fixed in it. It is on the frame that there is a significant load.
• French glazing. This is a kind of frame, when the glass in it is divided by imposts. The advantage of this type is that if one or more parts are damaged, it will take less time and cost to restore.
• From blocks, double-glazed windows. With this method, the partition is more like a wall. Blocks are similar to bricks, their thickness is greater than that of other types. They are also distinguished by improved sound insulation, but less transparency.

glass block partition

Number of glasses used

On this basis, 2 types can be distinguished - with one or two glasses. When using two, special attention is paid to the installation. In case of poor-quality installation, dust will accumulate between the glasses, to eliminate which it will be necessary to partially disassemble the structure.

Base material

Compared to window panes, interior partitions are made of thicker sheets - from 8 mm thick. Their optical properties and strength have also been improved. Products are easily suitable for use in kindergartens, schools, clinics.

To increase the strength, triplex glass or a special reinforcing film is additionally used.

Partitions made of organic materials also belong to glass products:

• Plexiglas/acrylic - polymer material, which is usually used to bring unusual projects to life.
• Cellular polycarbonate is a safe, lightweight material that does not break.
• Polycarbonate - polymer with high performance strength.

Production of glass partitions

Modern partitions are made using the latest equipment only by specially trained workers. For partitions can be used:

• triplex;
• glass with a pattern or pattern;
• frosted glass;
• colored or tinted glass.

The tempered glass partition creates a beautiful and safe structure. After hardening, the sheet can withstand huge mechanical loads. Even if broken, it does not shatter into fragments, that is, it will not harm those who may be nearby. Hardening is carried out at a temperature of about 680 degrees in special devices. After processing, the material can be safely used not only in offices, shops, but also in residential premises.

To create a frame structure, aluminum profiles are usually used. They comply with all regulations. High-quality fittings guarantee a perfect look of the product and a long service life.

In the process of creating a triplex, inscriptions and drawings can be applied between layers. Stained glass paints or high quality aerosols are used for the production of colored glass. Due to the gluing of layers during the manufacturing process, triplex does not crumble into fragments if damaged.

In the manufacture of laminated glass, the layers are first connected, then they are passed through rollers, processed in a thermal chamber to remove air and strengthen the triplex. Assembly is carried out under a pressure of about 12 bar and a temperature of 100 - 150 degrees Celsius.

If during installation you can achieve high density fasteners, the material will show excellent soundproofing qualities.

Installation

Installation of a glass structure is possible not only at the construction stage, but also in the finished interior. The main thing is that all work is done by professionals.

Conclusion

So, partitions made of glass have many advantages, they can be successfully used in residential premises, zoning the space without making it visually smaller. A wide variety of types of material makes it possible to choose the most suitable option for the conditions and design, making the apartment more modern and practical.

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