Friday 18 January 2013

Double Glazing: How Do I Know If Double Glazing Is Right for My House?

Double Glazed Windows in Wakefield
Believe it or not, more than 60 percent of a home's heat is lost through its windows. If you want to stay warm in the wintertime, then window insulation is something that your home's windows need to have in order to both stay warm and save on energy costs. How can you do this?

What is double glazing?

Double glazing is when a window is made by using two separate panes of glass and putting a space in-between them which is a few millimeters in size. There is air inside the middle of the panes and before the window is sealed, the factory adds a special drying agent to make sure that no dampness exists inside of the completed glass window.

This process ensures that the window is airtight so that the double glazing is secure. It is tested to be sure that no condensation shows up in-between the window panes, because if this occurs it won't be as efficient.

The tested windows that pass the test will help customers save between 10 and 12 percent on their heating bills. Plus, this glass insulation makes stronger windows that are more secure and help to protect the home from a burglar breaking in because they are harder to break.

What makes double glazing good for the environment?

Double glazing also works to cut down on the release of carbon dioxide emissions into the environment. It also helps to reduce noise pollution and interior condensation in the home.

It's also possible to add an extra pane of glass to existing windows to make them double insulated. This gives your windows all of the benefits of glazing without the same costs as buying already made double glazed windows. Customers can also choose from several styles of frames to hold the glass, including aluminum, wood, and UPVC or un-plasticized polyvinyl chloride, plus they come in several color themes too.

What is the Cost of Double Glazing?

The cost of buying regular window insulation depends on the number of windows bought, as well as their size, if there are any special tints or other additional glazing, and if you want composite doors too.

While window insulation costs more than regular windows, as stated above, the cost is worth it as you will make it up by saving on your heating costs. In order to find out what double glazed windows will cost to put into your house, you need to call an installer and get an estimate, which can usually be done for free. Then you can choose to buy your windows from that installer if desired.

All in all, double glazing is a process in which double paned windows are manufactured with a layer of air between the panes of glass that provides insulation that will help to keep your home warmer, as well as reducing several types of air and noise pollution into the environment.

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