Smart technology is quickly making its way into just about every home in the United States – in one way or another. More and more consumers are leaning towards products that are convenient, offer numerous features, and those that are technologically-advanced. In this guide, we will introduce you to 3 high-tech solutions for the windows of your home.
It does not matter if you are in search of easy home improvement projects or simply want to modernize the structure you live in, these are effective solutions.
- Electrochromic Technology – This particular technology is being implemented and installed in homes across the country. It allows windows to change from clear or see-through to opaque with just the touch of a button. In turn, this helps to reduce cooling costs and optimize for year-round privacy. This technology is often referred to as “tint on-demand”.
- Transitioning Technology – This type of technology transitions a window – without the use of electricity and in an intuitive manner – from clear to dark when the temperature of the glass changes. It succeeds in this through the usage of a thermochromic filter. It is placed directly in the middle of a double-paned window that includes a low-E coatings. Warm temperatures result in the darkening of the window to block the heat emitted from the sun. Cooler temperatures keep the windows completely clear.
- Power-Producing Windows – These specially-designed windows capture solar energy to generate highly sustainable electricity. This is made possible by a direct application of electricity-generating spray that is coated on the glass of the window. In turn, hydrogen-carbon substances are used to create a solar array that is organic photovoltaic in nature. If you want to reduce your electrical usage and always wanted to generate your own electricity, this is definitely the way to do it!
Additional Technologies
In addition to the high-tech solutions that we have outlined in this guide, there are other emerging technologies. These include glass that is designed so that it may be seen by birds so that the animals do not run into it and even the design of special robots that specialize in cleaning windows – both inside and out.
These machines use motor-powered suction and electronics to clean both the inside and the outside of a window, from one edge to the other for complete coverage.
Contact Us Today
We here at Southern Industries Home Improvements specialize in a wide assortment of home improvement products. If you want to integrate the newest window technologies in your home, you should start with replacing your windows. That is always the first step to the process. We have double-paned, casement, bay, bow, and numerous other types of windows. We also specialize in different types of glass – such as frosted and those that have low-E coatings.
We are THE home improvement specialists. We encourage you contact us today to discuss your project. Be sure to inquire about our current low-cost installation special. For more information, contact us now by calling at (833) 240-4900