Why Slimmer Does Not Automatically Mean Colder It is easy to assume that making a glazing frame slimmer must come at the expense of thermal performance. The reasoning appears intuitive: if there is less visible frame around the glass, there must surely be less material available to resist heat transfer. In practice, however, sightline and […]
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Not Every Draught Comes Through the Window Feeling a movement of air near a window can understandably lead homeowners to conclude that the window itself is letting cold air inside. In many cases, however, the source of that sensation is more complex. Buildings are constantly responding to differences in temperature, air pressure and ventilation, creating […]
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Why Windows Often Receive Too Much—and Too Little—Attention Few elements of a home renovation attract as much attention as new windows. They are among the most visible investments homeowners make, they can transform the appearance of a property and they are frequently promoted as a solution to rising energy costs. At the same time, their […]
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Passivhaus Is About Comfort, Not Just Energy Bills Mention Passivhaus and many people immediately think of exceptionally low energy bills, thick insulation and triple glazed windows. While these characteristics are often associated with Passivhaus buildings, they are not what defines the standard. At its heart, Passivhaus is a design philosophy centred on creating homes that […]
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Section 1: Treat the House as One Design Project, Not Twenty Separate Windows When homeowners decide to replace every window in their house, it is natural to begin by looking at the individual windows themselves. One may have failed seals, another may be difficult to open, while others simply look tired or no longer meet […]