Triple Glazing Isn’t Automatically the Right Answer One of the most common misconceptions surrounding modern glazing is that triple glazing is always the superior choice. It is an understandable assumption. Three panes of glass sound inherently better than two, and as energy efficiency has become a greater priority for homeowners, triple glazing has increasingly been […]
Tag Archives: Double Glazing
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Why Every Home Saves a Different Amount One of the most common questions homeowners ask is, “How much will new windows save me on my energy bills?” It is an understandable question, but it does not have a single answer. Unlike replacing an old appliance with one that has a published energy rating, the impact […]
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What a U-Value Actually Measures U-values are often presented as one of the most important numbers when comparing windows and doors, yet they are rarely explained in a way that makes sense to homeowners. The term itself sounds highly technical, leading many people to assume it requires specialist knowledge to understand. In reality, the concept […]
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What “Energy-Efficient Glazing” Actually Means The term energy-efficient glazing appears everywhere—from manufacturer websites and product brochures to renovation programmes and property listings. Yet despite its widespread use, it is often misunderstood. Many homeowners assume it simply means thicker glass or additional panes, while others believe any new window will automatically deliver exceptional energy savings. In […]
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What an EPC Actually Measures Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) have become an increasingly familiar part of buying, selling and renting property in the UK. As conversations around energy efficiency continue to grow, many homeowners understandably wonder whether their existing windows could negatively affect their EPC rating. To answer that question, it is important to understand […]
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What A U-Value Actually Measures A U-value is one of the most commonly quoted performance figures in the glazing industry. It appears in brochures, technical documents, building regulation discussions and sales conversations. Yet despite how often it is used, many homeowners are never given a clear explanation of what the number actually means. In simple […]
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More Glass Does Not Automatically Mean Better Performance One of the reasons triple glazing has become so widely recommended is that it appears to offer a simple upgrade path. If double glazing consists of two panes of glass and triple glazing consists of three, it seems logical to assume that triple glazing must always perform […]