Stained-glass windows have an ancient history, they appeared in the Gothic period of the Middle Ages and, surprisingly, they still have not lost their relevance. And the buildings that have survived to our times, including, still excite the imagination, how beautiful they are. When viewed from inside the building, the light passing through the colored glass of the stained glass creates an incredible impression. Now arched stained-glass windows can be found not only in the Gothic cathedrals and estates that have survived to this day, but also in:
- private cottages;
- city apartments;
- hotels;
- restaurants;
- shopping centers;
- cafe, etc.
Features of arched stained glass windows
Arched stained glass is a design in which the upper part has its own peculiarity, it is curved. Such glazing makes the appearance of the building original and elegant, and also enhance the flow of light into the room. In addition, they have a number of other advantages:
- you can enjoy watching the picturesque view from the window. Such a view cannot be compared with the one we see through a standard window, the main thing is that the view outside your window matches;
- it is known that well-being and mood directly depend on sunlight, and with such windows you can always get a large dose of good mood for the whole day, because they have a high level of light transmission;
- If you decide to install panoramic windows in your office, then you can be sure that your clients and business partners will be very flattered by the status and sophistication of your interior. After all, we all know that we meet people by their clothes, and sometimes by beautiful panoramic windows from floor to ceiling;
- arched stained-glass windows can be installed indoors or from balcony ceilings - this eliminates the need for lifting mechanisms, makes work independent of weather conditions;
- the possibility of glazing large openings;
- ease of replacing damaged sections.
Arched stained-glass windows are windows with increased complexity in manufacturing, the same should be said about their installation. They may differ in type and geometry. Some of the most common:
- semicircular arched windows;
- Moorish arches;
- lancet arches;
- English arch.
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