Property Developers: Everyone loves the look of glass atria, until it's time to clean them

There is no doubt that glazing – be it glazing panels, modular rooflights or structural glazing- in communal areas helps create attractive, healthy and restful public spaces. However, the developer needs to consider issues of access to these areas for maintenance and cleaning.?

High level glazing may need roof and rope access, a MEWP (Mobile Elevated Working Platform) or scaffolding. If the glass includes climate control, shading options, or is a stick or electric opening system these all impact on a maintenance schedule and budget.??

If a smoke ventilation option is added (for instance one that is EN 12101-2 certified) this will need to be added to the inspection calendar. All of this really does affect the regularity of cleaning and maintenance due to high costs.

If you're planning on extensive glazing in the communal areas of your next development, dont forget that Block Management UK has helped building owners navigate the complex maintenance demands on their extensive glass atria, to keep that wow-factor looking brilliant.