Abstract
The work presents the possibilities of using PVC window units in the historical buildings. There are reasons of their widespread use in projects of adaptation of historical buildings for modern use. The analysis of possible replacement options of window units of the historical heritage is done according to their architectural and historical values of the exterior and the interior. A review is made of the existing technological capabilities of modern PVC window systems used in the historical buildings. Examples of application of PVC window units in historical buildings of various architectural styles are given. Examples of structural solutions of window units and stained glass windows made of PVC in historical heritage are considered. The analysis of perspective ways of the use of modern types of translucent fillings in historical buildings can significantly improve the energy performance of these buildings and provide them with conditions that meet the modern requirements of comfort and safety.
Highlights
The problem of historical buildings and architectural monuments preservation is very actual
In historical buildings without special architectural value and in cultural heritage objects old window unit replacement is possible full
The technological capabilities of modern PVC window systems allow to manufacture window units of almost any geometric shape, which makes it possible to be used in historical buildings of almost any architectural style
Summary
The problem of historical buildings and architectural monuments preservation is very actual. This process implies the preservation / reconstruction of the most valuable from the historical point of view building elements (for example, elements of the facade or the interior of the building), and the provision of modern requirements for comfort, safety, operation and maintenance simplicity. It is observed most clearly in the process of the old window unit replacement on the modern window units. The old window unit design solutions of historical buildings don't satisfy often modern requirements In this time the modern windows have to perform requirements [2-5]: - thermal protection of buildings and temperature-humidity conditions in winter and summer;. This problem requires detailed consideration from the standpoint of the architectural appearance preservation of each individual historical building
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