Smart glass, also known as electronically switchable glass, is glass that transitions from transparent to translucent (Opaque) at the touch of a button. Extremely robust, it provides privacy, energy efficiency and light and heat control.
The popularity of smart glass has increased in recent years with it being widely used in offices, homes, hospitals, banks, restaurants, and pubs.
The Benefits of Smart Glass
There are many benefits to using smart glass in your home or commercial property.
Privacy
By flipping the switch, your windows will become translucent so anyone on the other side of your windows can’t see in.
Maintain Comfortable Temperatures
At the hottest part of the day, the sunlight quickly heats up your windows, warming up the interior of your home or office. Smart glass blocks how much heat can enter, which helps your air conditioner maintain a more comfortable temperature without having to work so hard.
Blocks UV Rays
While smart glass lets in as much light as traditional windows, it’s more effective in blocking out UV rays. It blocks out approximately 95% of UV rays compared to traditional windows which block out about 55%.
Energy Cost Savings
Smart glass reduces the amount of direct sunlight entering your home or office as it reflects heat away from your windows. If less heat is coming in, then air conditioning units don’t need to work as hard to maintain a comfortable temperature. This contributes to lower energy bills.
Versatility
While smart glass can provide privacy, energy efficiency and security, it can also be used as a white board or projection screen.
Improved Security
When the smart glass is translucent, it’s more difficult to see inside your home or office. Not being able to see inside often acts as a deterrent to would-be thieves.
Style
Coloured interlayers can also produce a visually appealing, permanent colour effect whilst maintaining privacy. It’s perfect for adding a touch of elegance and style to any residential project or allows businesses to display their brand by integrating the use of colour.
To learn more about smart glass and how it can be used in your property, contact the team at Lateral Building Design.
