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charlie1950
Has anyone had triple glazed windows fitted, would like to know the pros and cons please.
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To be honest I don't really think its worth the extra cost.
To be fair I haven't fitted any yet but I do like to keep upto date reading about new products. Below are some of the concerns I have read about but would welcome anyone adding to the lists.
Pros:
Slightly lower U values
Cons:
Cost.
Can actually reduce sound proofing (due to the smaller air gap than double glazing).
Lifespan (more seals on the glass units just mean more places they can break down and mist up in the future).
Weight (I don't really think current door and window hinges are upto the job, I can see them needing replacing and adjusting twice as often)
To be fair I haven't fitted any yet but I do like to keep upto date reading about new products. Below are some of the concerns I have read about but would welcome anyone adding to the lists.
Pros:
Slightly lower U values
Cons:
Cost.
Can actually reduce sound proofing (due to the smaller air gap than double glazing).
Lifespan (more seals on the glass units just mean more places they can break down and mist up in the future).
Weight (I don't really think current door and window hinges are upto the job, I can see them needing replacing and adjusting twice as often)
We extended and changed some older DG windows last year for triple glazed timber aluclad tilt and turn ones.
Pros: noticeably much warmer and more pleasant near window. Tilt and turn much better functionality. Aluclad - no more painting, Timber - warm feel.
Cons: As they are much better insulated you get mist / condensation on the outside of the unit which looks like on your car windows.
Pricewise they were cheaper than joiner made ones. The joiner who made some other internal woodwork was thoroughly impressed. We went to www.perfectwoodworks.co.uk.
Pros: noticeably much warmer and more pleasant near window. Tilt and turn much better functionality. Aluclad - no more painting, Timber - warm feel.
Cons: As they are much better insulated you get mist / condensation on the outside of the unit which looks like on your car windows.
Pricewise they were cheaper than joiner made ones. The joiner who made some other internal woodwork was thoroughly impressed. We went to www.perfectwoodworks.co.uk.
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