Preserving the soul of Turkey’s historic buildings while improving comfort is no easy feat—especially when it comes to windows. From stone houses in Mardin to wooden mansions in Safranbolu, window upgrades must honour the past while meeting today’s energy demands.
That’s where vacuum glazing comes in. If you’re considering historic replacement windows, this ultra-thin, high-performance glass allows you to retain architectural character while transforming your home’s insulation, comfort, and efficiency.
Historic replacement windows are custom-built to match the original design of period buildings while using modern materials for better thermal and acoustic performance. In Turkey, any such replacements must comply with conservation laws enforced by cultural heritage boards (Kültür Varlıkları Kurulu).
Vacuum glazing offers a major advantage—it fits into slim heritage-style frames without affecting visual authenticity, making it ideal for:
Timber sash windows
Ottoman and Art Deco architecture
Buildings in conservation zones
Vacuum glazing can achieve U-values as low as 0.4 W/m²K, dramatically reducing heat loss and saving on energy bills. This is a huge leap compared to traditional single glazing or older double-glazed units.
At just 8.3mm thick, vacuum glazing fits snugly into existing or replacement frames, preserving the original proportions and aesthetics of your heritage windows—without the bulk or double reflections of conventional double glazing.
Living in city centres like İstanbul or Ankara? Vacuum glazing cuts external noise by up to 39dB, making your historic home peaceful inside, even when the outside world isn’t.
With minimal maintenance needs and a long service life, vacuum glazing contributes to sustainability goals—keeping homes warmer while protecting the planet.
If your frames are in decent shape, vacuum glazing can be fitted into the existing timber or metal sash. This maintains the original craftsmanship while upgrading performance.
If the frames are damaged, full replacement is necessary. Vacuum glazing pairs beautifully with custom-made timber or aluminium frames, replicating historical styles with precision and authenticity.
A 19th-century wooden seaside home had its original frames refurbished with vacuum glazing. The result? A warm, quiet home that stayed true to its historical look.
A protected building in Ankara’s Hamamönü district underwent a full window replacement using vacuum glazing and replica timber frames. The project gained quick approval from local heritage officials.
| Solution | Energy Efficiency | Aesthetic Compatibility | Ideal For Heritage? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vacuum Glazing | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ✅ Yes |
| Slim Double Glazing | ★★★★ | ★★ | ❌ Often rejected |
| Secondary Glazing | ★★★ | ★ | ❌ Obtrusive look |
Whether you're upgrading a historical konak in Gaziantep or modernising a protected apartment in Kadıköy, vacuum glazing is the ideal option for historic replacement windows in Turkey.
Contact Vacuum Glazing EU Turkey for tailored advice and a quote.