Which glazing is right for you?
Posted by James Fraser on 13th April 2017
Glazing 70
Laminated safety glazing ensures maximum safety in case of accidental breakage, preventing glass from falling into the room. This glazing allows for energy efficiency as it keeps in heat from the sun and indoor safety is increased with the laminated inner pane and toughened 4mm outer pane.
ENERGY
Solar Heat Gain |
63% |
Ug Insulating glass |
1.1 W/m2K |
U-Value |
1.3 W/m2K |
SOUND INSULATION
Sound insulation |
35 dB1 |
Glazing 60
With a laminated inner pane with sound insulation foils, this glazing provides enhanced noise reduction, minimising the sound of rail or hail on the window and reducing the noise from outside. With easy-to-clean coating, this glazing ensures your view is always easily visible, making it ideal for high-level applications which are difficult to clean.
ENERGY
Solar Heat Gain |
30% |
Ug Insulating glass |
1.0 W/m2K |
U-Value |
1.2 W/m2K |
SOUND INSULATION
Sound insulation |
35 dB1 |
Rain noise reduction |
Yes |
Glazing 66
The 66 pane is triple glazed giving a low U-value and providing increased noise reduction. As with the 60 pane glazing, this glazing comes with a laminated inner pane for increased indoor protection. The Anti-dew coating on the external pane minimises the formation of condensation, reducing the number of hours external condensation is present.
ENERGY
Solar Heat Gain |
50% |
Ug Insulating glass |
0.7 W/m2K |
U-Value |
1.0 W/m2K |
SOUND INSULATION
Sound insulation |
37 dB1 |
Rain noise reduction |
Yes |
Glazing 34
This Obscure Pane combines standard glazing with the inner pane obscured, with a premium opaque coating. This is the ideal glazing for bathrooms as it provides increased privacy while continuing to let natural light into the room. Please note this is only available in white polyurethane.
ENERGY
Solar Heat Gain |
46% |
Ug Insulating glass |
1.0 W/m2K |
U-Value |
1.2 W/m2K |
SOUND INSULATION
Sound insulation |
35 dB1 |
Glazing 62
Similar to the 66 pane, this glazing provides premium heat insulation, rain noise reduction and has an anti-dew coating. This has the lowest U-value which provides the greatest thermal efficiency. This strong glazing has an 8mm toughened pane and the laminated inner pane contains extra sound insulation foils, minimising the outside noises.
ENERGY
Solar Heat Gain |
50% |
Ug Insulating glass |
0.5 W/m2K |
U-Value |
0.81 W/m2K |
SOUND INSULATION
Sound insulation |
42 dB1 |
Rain Noise Reduction |
Yes |
Glazing 70Q
This enhanced security glazing ensures an increased protection for total peace of mind. With a laminated inner pane and 4 layered foils, this glazing is the highest security. The enhanced protection also protects from heavy snow.
ENERGY
Solar Heat Gain |
60% |
Ug Insulating glass |
1.1 W/m2K |
U-Value |
1.3 W/m2K |
SOUND INSULATION
Sound insulation |
35 dB1 |
If you are still struggling with VELUX glazing and what type is right for you, you can contact VELUX directly on 01592 778 225.