light is transferred from outside to inside. A G-value of 1, represents full trans- mittance of all solar radiation, while 0, represents no solar energy transmittance. Most G-values will range between 0.2 and 0.7, with solar control glazing having a G-value of less than 0.5.


WHAT DRAINAGE AND WATER- PROOFING CONSIDERATIONS SHOULD BE MADE?


high performance sliding/folding doors.


CAN YOU EXPLAIN WHAT THERMAL VALUES ARE? A U-value measures heat loss, so the low- er the U-value, the less heat lost. Doors have to achieve a U-value of 1.6 or less to comply with regulations for new builds and 1.4 on extensions and alterations. The G-value, is also important, which is the measure of how much solar heat and


Always ask your supplier for weather testing reports. High quality doors will always have extensive weather testing and will be of a superior quality. How much your house is exposed to weather can be a real factor here in determining your choice. If you’re in a very exposed area then it’s advisable to go for a low maintenance material with good Pascal (air permeability) ratings. With regards to the outside it’s always best to have a small gap between the paving or decking to allow for water to


drain away from the doors into a drain under the eternal oor. ts also est practice to have the eternal oor ust slightly lower than the internal, to negate any risk of water ingress. A reputable company should be able to provide details of this and show you exactly how to achieve the desired effect.


Matt Higgs is managing director of Kloeber


If an ‘unadulterated’ view is important to you, then a sliding door could be the best choice


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Smart home system LUXORliving


LUXORliving is the simple smart home system from Theben, offering all-round home comfort, whilst avoi- ding unnecessary waste. Switching lights on and off. Dimming. Regulation heating and controlling blinds. That‘s what it‘s all about.


KNX house and building automation


With KNX, all building functions can be linked, program- med, and controlled. Starting with heating, ventilation and room climate control, via lighting and shading, up to alarm, safety and information systems. All these functions can be controlled automatically via intelligent sensors, manually at the control units inside the rooms, or centrally via a visuali- sation - in the house, or mobile via smartphone or tablet.


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