What Is a Curtain Wall?
A curtain wall is a lightweight facade system that forms the outer shell without bearing dead loads from the primary structure. It can use glass, aluminium, composite or natural stone cladding and is widely used on high-rises, office blocks and commercial buildings.
Key benefits
- High thermal and acoustic performance
- Lightweight; minimal additional load on the structure
- Airtight and watertight detailing
- Long service life and low maintenance
- Design flexibility for each project
- Sustainable, recyclable materials
Typical applications
- Office towers and shopping centres
- Hospitals and healthcare campuses
- Residential developments
- Public-sector buildings
- Hotels and conference centres
Technical notes
- Aluminium carrier profiles
- Thermally broken (thermal break) profiles
- Double or triple glazed units
- Air/water tightness classes (e.g. EN 12179)
- Engineering for wind, seismic and fire actions
How Sun Cephe supports you
- Full delivery partner for project management
- Profile cutting and pre-assembly in our workshop
- Site installation and quality control
- Technical documentation and detail support
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FAQ
How much does a curtain wall cost?
Cost depends on system type, glass make-up, profile quality and project scale. A m² budget requires a performance specification and drawings.
What is the typical service life?
With correct specification and installation, 25-40 years is common. Planned maintenance and seal replacement extend performance.
Which building types suit curtain walls?
Offices, malls, hospitals, hotels, housing and civic buildings are typical. They are generally favoured from mid-rise upward.
For technical pricing or design-stage advice, speak with Sun Cephe.
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