Benefits of Natural Light in A Metal Building
Are you looking to add more natural light in a metal building?
The natural light of the sun is essential to our mental and physical well-being. You certainly notice the bounce in people's steps when the sun finally peeks out from behind the clouds after an extended absence. Sunlight effects everything from a person's mood to their biological circadian rhythms. Our body naturally absorbs vitamin D through the sunlight which helps combat diseases such as osteoporosis. In fact, natural sunlight is linked directly to higher workplace productivity.
Natural daylight also provides economic benefits. A reduced utility bill is one indisputable perk to natural light in metal building. About 10% of the average building electricity usage comes from lighting. Utilizing as much natural light as possible can greatly reduce your energy costs.
Overall, with the benefits of higher productivity levels lower energy costs, using natural light is an optimal choice for your metal building design. Whether building a place to work on your personal, creative pursuits or a new office space adding windows to your design is beneficial for everyone.
How Can I Design A Building To Maximize Natural Light in a Metal Building?
One of the many advantages of using pre-manufactured steel is the versatility of design. With the Arco Difference, you can design your building to meet your needs. Arco Steel offers several window options including:
- Aluminum Windows: These windows are made of long life weather resistant aluminum with half screens and are glazed. Bronze finish and tinted glass are available as options.
- Slim Line Windows. Fixed accent windows are available in nominal widths of 1′, 2′, and 3′ x 7′ 0″ Height. They come with gray light tempered glass and bronze enamel finish. Windows are self-flashing and connect to the panel system. No predetermined fixed framing is required. Insulated glass is available as an option.
- Skylight Panel. Made with continuous strand woven fiberglass, in addition to the usual multi-directional mat of chopped glass fibers imbedded in a fire-retardant resin, formed to match roof panel configuration. Skylights are available in white only. Optional U.L. fire rated or UL 90 rated skylights are available.
Pre-engineered steel buildings offer an economical and flexible option to maximizing natural light in your metal building. Please feel free to contact us or request a free quote today to begin the ordering process. Our friendly customer representatives are more than willing to help.
