Double Glazed Windows

Explore the differences between double and triple glazing to decide which is right for your home. Perfect for wide multi-pane windows that have vertical bars, such as casement windows. Panels slide to give easy access to the existing window for ventilation and can be removed for cleaning. We'll calculate pricing to upgrade any or all of your windows, including our optional installation service.

Plate GlassUsed in the past to produce higher quality glass, this technology was completely outperformed by the float glass process. Intumescent Glazing TapeA flexible self-adhesive polymer based extruded intumescent material suitable for sealing wired or fire resistant glazing into fire doors and fire resistant partitions. InterlayerThe term applied to the material used in laminated glass to bond the glass leaves together.
This reaction breaks down filth on the glass, with no need for detergent. When it rains, a hydrophilic effect is created, so water and dirt slide off. Resin laminateTwo or more sheets of glass assembled with one or more resin interlayers. PVBThe plastic interlayer incorporated into laminated glass in order to ensure good adhesion and the mechanical and safety breakage characteristic of the glass. Processed GlassAny type of glass that has been worked on eg, polished, drilled, painted.
Huge range of rafter supported or self supporting glazing bars for both glass or polycarbonate sheet. Draughtproofing is a complementary measure which can be used in conjunction with secondary glazing. Where appropriate we support, in principle, the use of sympathetic secondary glazing where it can be demonstrated that there is no detrimental impact on the special architectural or historic interest of the building. When combined with timber shutters and heavy curtains the energy saved in cold weather can be as good as high-performance modern windows. The simplest systems are single pane panels which can be secured with magnetic tape, making them easy and quick to fit and reducing ‘retrofitting’ work to a minimum. This exclusive event for the window, door and conservatory industry brings together business owners, directors and senior management from across the entire industry for a packed one-day summit.

As cold air hits the external pane of glass, the pane of glass transfers the temperature to the Argon gas layer. Also, without support, the glass can quickly slump and fail in the extreme heat of a fire. If you have any particular paint colours or newly decorated joinery, we will need to match that same paint to paint the areas we disturb when we complete your installation. With that in mind, you will need to provide us with paint details (make and colour) if you require us to supply paint.

However, some metal or leaded windows may require the input of metal/leaded window specialists. We install a specially modified catch/stay that can accommodate the CosyGlazing units on the window. You will still be able to open and close the windows as usual with our award-winning system.

Depending on the glaze, this can be the most important factor to getting the results you want. Clear glazes generally benefit from being thin to limit cloudiness and bubbles. Opaque glazes of a single colour can be thick or thin depending on how much you want the clay to show through. If you apply these too thinly you probably won’t get the colour or movement you’re looking for.
Whether you're looking for a quote, have a question about our products, or want to visit one of our nationwide showrooms, make sure that you get in touch. frameless glass balustrade glass balustrades for internal and external projects to create a clear yet strong safety barrier. Sun loungeA conservatory that has a roof that slopes from the rear to the front. ScreedA smooth light sharp sand and cement finish is laid onto the oversite when all the major building works have been completed onto which you can lay floor tiles or carpet etc. PolycarbonateA plastic roof covering for a conservatory roof which is supplied in clear opal and bronze.
However, a slightly larger home using electricity as the primary source of heating, burning through an average 20,000 kwh per year, would be able to pay back a similar upgrade in just over 16 years. Planitherm glass is available though our approved network of certified installers - we don't sell or install it ourselves. Of course, ask your installer about the type of lock that will best suit your needs, but be sure to ask about the glass too. The thickness and profile of timber glazing bars should be exact replicas of the original glazing bars.
Meaning you can truly enhance your home with contemporary standards of thermal efficiency, security and acoustic performance. Whether you want to purchase the panels and try and install them yourself, or have an experienced glazier install them for you (what we would recommend), the choice is yours. Secondary glazing involves installing another glass layer behind an existing single glazed window. While secondary glazing can certainly be a permanent solution, it’s often used as a temporary measure. The insulating effect of low-E glass and double glazing can reduce your energy bills each year.