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Translucent glass Facade




 

Translucent facades are glazing panels used on the exterior of buildings. They help to protect the construct from weather damage, damp, and erosion.


Individuals who use them will notice a reduction in energy bills because they use the sun's natural light to heat and illuminate buildings.



Pros :


+ It adds to the beauty and panache of a building. Since it can be made translucent or moulded in different shapes, it can offer a lot of flexibility to the architect in terms of usage in the building.


+ Glass can transmit 75-80 per cent of the natural light in both the directions, something which no other substitute does.



Cons :


+ Cause a lot of glare which is a major disadvantage of glass.


+ Absorbs heat. This means that it can act as a greenhouse and hence not suitable for countries with a hot climate.


+ Most glasses are not earthquake resistance and not suitable for countries that witness frequent earthquakes.



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