Double glazed windows are made up of two panes of glass within the same frame. The gap is filled with standard air or it can be filled with a special gas such as argon. Double glazing can be fitted to many different types of windows including sliding, openable, curtain wall, double-hung, fixed, and more.
Double glazing means you will enjoy a more comfortable home environment โ due to the thermal effects. Your home will be cooler in summer, and warmer in winter.
The airtight construction of double glazed windows creates thermal insulation. This reduces the flow of incoming and outgoing heat. Less energy is used to heat up or cool down space, resulting in lower energy bills.
Double glazed windows improve sound insulation by creating a barrier between the home and the environment outside. Double glazing reduces noise for a calmer, quieter home. High-performance double glazing can reduce outside noise by up to 70%, making it a great investment if you live by a busy road or beneath a flight path.
The double glazed windows are tougher to break than single pane windows, so they increase the security of the home. Because theyโre sealed tighter than other windows, it is also tougher to force them open from the outside. Itโs more difficult to break double glazed windows, particularly if you include laminated or toughened glass.