Things To Remember When Double Glazing Your Home

2007-05-02 10:04:19

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Double glazing is the process of preventing a majority of heat kept in a room from escaping to its nearby outer surroundings.

Double glazing involves the process of providing extra glass panes on your windows. Glass panes are normally positioned at a certain distance from each other to allow air to be stored in between the panes. It is the air that acts as an insulating agent to stop heat from escaping.

Once the glass panes are positioned, the process of drying and sealing is performed in order to ensure windows are kept airtight. There are situations where condensation appears on your double glazed windows. If this occurs, double glazing will need to be performed once again.

There are a number of factors to consider when shopping around for double glazed windows:

The glass panes of your choice should be durable. Toughened, security or shatterproof glasses are some of the materials you should consider. These glass panes are so durable that even intruders will find it difficult to break when attempting to enter your home. Glass panes are further classified according to energy coatings, which add more insulation to your windows.

There are several window frames to choose from: aluminum frames are known to be the strongest of all types of frames. PVC frames are known to be good at helping control heat loss. Wooden frames are usually chosen by buyers because of its attractive design, but require regular treatment to maintain its durability. Window frames should have a lock from the inside of your home to prevent intruders from entering your home.

A contractor should be hired to ensure that double glazing is done properly. The contractor should come from a reputable company, and be knowledgeable with the job at hand.

Although double glazing is expensive, it saves you money in the long run on heating expenses. Double glazing also controls the pollution and sound from entering a room.

More information on double glazing, double glazing quotes and suppliers can be widely found on the Internet.


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