In the domestic market you will mostly find this particular type of glass on conservatory roofs which can provide a unique problem for the company which is performing the clean.
Glass roof self cleaning.
The pilkington activ range.
Pilkington activ self cleaning glass.
This said it massively reduces the build up of dirt and grime while low e and solar glass make conservatories genuinely flexible year round living spaces.
A two step cleaning process after years of development pilkington activ is the world s first self cleaning glass to use a microscopic coating with a unique dual action.
Any less and the rainwater may not run off and wash dirt away effectively.
It can be installed vertically or at an angle of at least 10 degrees although most efficient at an angle of 30 degrees or more.
Bioclean is the perfect solution for conservatory roof glass not only offering a stunning range of tints but also the low maintenance benefits of being self cleaning.
The minimum recommended angle for a roof containing self cleaning glass is 10ยบ from horizontal.
Ideal for both residential and commercial buildings and thanks to the hydrophilic and photocatalytic properties of the coating on the glass sgg bioclean brings endless benefits to both the cleaning and associated drawbacks of cleaning glass.
Do not use any type of abrasives including sponges that usually can be used on glass use of squeegees are not recommended never touch metal of any kind to the coating using a purified water cleaning system is highly recommended and in most cases it.
Use of squeegees are not recommended.
Ideal for windows and hard to reach areas such as conservatory roofs balustrades windows or high level glazing stubborn marks are easier to clean even without detergents less frequent cleaning windows stay cleaner for longer much easier cleaning less dirt and grimes adheres to the glass save.
Self cleaning glass can be installed on almost any exterior application such as double glazed windows conservatories orangeries roof lantern lights and other types of glass extensions.
The way self cleaning glass is installed can have a big impact on its performance.
Using a pure water cleaning system is highly recommended.
The first stage of the cleaning process is photocatalytic.
After years of research and development leading glass manufacturer pilkington has introduced the pilkington activ range of products.
In this stage the coating reacts with daylight to break down organic dirt.