Benefits of Basement Glass Block Windows

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There are times when we tend to ignore our weakness and pay attention only on our strengths. In such a scenario, we often tend to loose both. In order to avoid such a loss we need to follow a practical approach, one that has been tried and tested. Likewise, we need to understand that windows in our basement need a lot of care. Let’s now discuss the benefits of basement glass block windows in detail.

If we are to save energy, we need to understand that rising steel prices add to the power consumption and are therefore more expensive. Likewise, most iron or wood frame windows are either expensive or difficult to maintain. A typical glass window is ten times more energy efficient.

Glass block windows are embedded into the wall with the help of brick and mortar and thus they are difficult to break into. At the same time, the normal windows are easy to break.

In normal windows, you have the disadvantage of being seen from outside. In glass windows there is an option of placing an opaque layer to dissuade an outsider from intruding in your privacy. Here, you can use an Icescape or Pristal from Mulia to do the needful.

Windows made out of a single pane are difficult to maintain and fall prey to rust and decay. They have to be replaced or repaired from time to time. At the same time, glass windows are firmly embedded into the wall and are rust proof in nature. They also never decay. So here, the advantage is clearly in favor of glass block windows.

Last but not the least, glass block windows can be combined with glass vents to allow fresh air to pass through. Normal single pane windows are stiff and are never really opened. The result is a smelly interior and a dirty exterior.