Think about a champagne flute. The glass it is made from is so fine and dainty. Now, think about the front window of a store. That glass is incredibly thick and durable in order to resist wind and weather. It's amazing how different these two types of glass are.
Do you know what else is amazing? The fact that glass has been made in the United States since the Colonial era. That's right — there was a glass factory in the colony of Jamestown in the 1600s! We won't claim to be as awesome as these early glass artisans, but we are good at supplying you with information about glass. You can find that information here, on this blog.
If you are currently revamping your retail shop's design, you may be looking at the structure to see if anything needs to be replaced. As part of your considerations, you may be looking at the old storefront windows to see whether you should have new ones installed.
Especially if the building is old and still has the original windows, you may want to consider going ahead and having a professional put new ones in. When trying to make a decision, look for a couple of the signs that you need to have the old storefront windows of your retail shop replaced.
1. Potential Customers Passing by the Store Cannot Clearly See Your Goods Through the Glass
One sign that it is time to think about replacing your retail shop's old storefront windows is when they start making it difficult for potential customers passing by to see into your store. Especially if you have foot traffic, you want passersby to easily see through the windows at your goods to entice them to come into the shop.
If the old windows are hazy, covered in scratches, or have surface damage on them, this can make it hard to see through as well as gives off a bad impression to otherwise potential customers. If this is the case, you should seriously consider replacing them with clear, damage-free windows to create a more welcoming impression.
2. Noticeable Changes in Temperature Are Noticed When You Approach Storefront Windows
Another sign that your storefront windows need replacing is when you feel noticeable changes in the temperature as you approach them. If the windows are old, they most likely have no insulating features and are unable to shield your shop from the hot and cold air from the outside.
Not only can this make areas of your store less comfortable for your staff and shoppers, but these temperature changes can drive up your heating and cooling bills. You should have the old storefront windows replaced with ones that are energy-efficient to prevent these problems.
If your shop's storefront windows are so hazy, scratched, or otherwise damaged that passersby cannot see what you have to offer, it should be a signal to you that it is time to replace them. Another indicator is when they do not provide enough protection from the hot and cold air outside, creating noticeable changes in the temperatures inside the store and driving up your business's energy bills. Contact a company that offers commercial window replacements to speak with a representative for more information.