How to choose a glass for a fireplace?
A lot of today's interior projectssuppose the presence of a fireplace. It gives a special comfort to the room, therefore, is in great demand. But that they are safe and practical at the same time, it is very important to choose the right materials that will be used in their manufacture.
Characteristics
You need to be especially careful when choosing a fire-resistant glass for the fireplace, which closes the flame of the hearth.
Due to the presence of a small temperaturecoefficient of expansion, it is used in those places where unexpected temperature changes are possible. Due to its unique properties, the glass for the fireplace does not burst and does not deform in the product.
Borosilicate and quartz coatings are excellent for it, which differ in their best operational and heat-resistant properties.
Manufacturers take into account wishes and interestsclient, trying to maximally adapt the type of obstruction to the design of the room in which it will be located. The glass for the fireplace door can be tinted, soundproof, and this will make it impossible to hear the sounds of burning wood or coals. Heat-resistant barriers can be completely safe, which is very important if there are animals or children in the house. Touching them, thanks to the glass ceramics, from which the fireplace heat-resistant coatings are made, it is impossible to get burned.
Cheap or expensive
The leader in the production of such glasses isGerman company ROBAX. This manufacturer is famous for its well-established position and high quality products. But, buying glass for the fireplace from a well-known company, we always overpay for the brand.
High cost is the factor thatcharacterizes the purchase of goods from the famous manufacturer. Although no less quality products can be purchased for a smaller amount, its properties will not be conceded at the same time.
Not very well-known brands alsooffer high-quality refractory fireproof glass for a fireplace, the price of which is available to many (from 5000 rubles). The variety of their varieties and forms is suitable for different foci.
Security
To avoid a source in the homeopen fire, while enjoying reading from the hearth of an interesting book or family movie screenings, you should close the fireplace flame. For this purpose a fire-resistant glass is used for the fireplace, which makes it possible to be near the fire completely safely, without fear of a fire.
Heat resistant coating does not allowsparks hit the room in which the hearth is located, but it does not interfere with the ingress of air into it, which supports and ensures the combustion process.
Properties
Choosing refractory glass for a fireplace, you need to pay attention to its characteristics:
- Thickness and strength - it is desirable to choose a glass, the thickness of which is not less than 4 mm.
- The limiting temperature that the coating can withstand. This indicator should not be exceeded.
- Lifetime - it is measured in hours anddepends on temperature. To extend the life of the coating, it is not worth it to heat the fireplace, create the effect of high traction and load it with a huge amount of firewood.
It is also worth noting that the closed fireplaces,thanks to a significant increase in heat transfer, aesthetics and safety, are more popular than open ones. In addition, a closed source of fire implies the possibility of controlling the entire combustion process, and this, of course, is incredibly convenient.
Cleaning system
There are different types of glazing of fireplaces - segmental and flat, lateral and direct.
I must say that the doors for fireplaces with glassThey also have shortcomings, the main of which is their soot pollution. At the same time soot not only spoils their appearance, but also reduces the period of operation. In the production and installation of the hearth, such methods of protection from soot are used, such as:
- The glass for the fireplace is treated with metal oxide. In this case, under the influence of temperature on the surface of the glass soot burns itself. The protective coating of a person is invisible and does not affect the appearance. Cleaning the glass in this case is not required.
- In the furnace, a recirculation system is laid. Good traction makes it impossible to settle on the soot.
Causes of glass contamination:
- insufficient traction;
- a certain model of the fireplace (glass in some models is more quickly covered with soot);
- The use of fuel with a huge amount of resin wood.
In order to prevent the occurrence of soot,It is necessary to wash regularly with a damp cloth a heat-resistant glass. This should be done in those moments when the product completely cools. Small dirt is easily removed by simple means, which are designed for ovens, cookers, grills and microwave ovens. Soot can also be removed with citric acid, ammonia, white ash. But serious pollution can be removed by means designed specifically for cleaning the glass fireplace. Use abrasive substances can not: glass can be scratched, due to what to lose attractiveness.
Where else is used refractory glass
The range of its application is very wide. Not only are the doors for fireplaces with glass produced. It is often put in ovens, which makes it possible to control the cooking process. Fire-resistant laminated glass is also made and fireplace furnace, the color of the material at the same time can be anything.
Around the fireplace must be arranged"Apron" of special incombustible material - it will help prevent the spread of fire. In this case, the glass will be an excellent material for its creation - it will help to make the "apron" imperceptible and protect the walls and floor from fire. This glass is almost not scratched, therefore, no fireplace accessories, no firewood at all will not harm it. Since heat-resistant glass has a high impact resistance, it is very difficult to apply mechanical damage to it.
