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Triple Glazed Windows

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What Is Triple Glazed Windows?

Triple glazed glass with three layers for made to measure timber frames and uPVC profiles.

Upgrading to triple glazing windows from double glazed units means that you get three panes of glass with the middle pane allowing two spaces of air or a heavy gas such as argon on either side. The whole glassware is hermetically sealed by approved glaziers as one vessel and can be assembled with 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 16mm, 18mm or 20mm spacer bars. The benefits include a more custom size for your needs, better soundproofing and extra thermal efficiency with optional low-e glass.

Advantages

  • 1
    Warmer Property

    Triple glazing windows are good insulators and can lower the amount of heat the escapes through the glass vessel. The hermitically sealed argon or a suitable heavy gas in the glass layers will restrict the quantity of heat that can transfer by acting as a poor conductor which retains more of the generated warmth inside.

  • 2
    Low Energy Bills

    The cost of energy bills is lower when you have triple glazed windows installed by our fitters. Standing as a dynamic insulating barrier to the outside atmosphere, less energy is consumed to heat the space inside a property. You gain up to 5 times more of an advantage in thermal efficiency than clear single glazed windows.

  • 3
    Noise Reduction

    Triple glazing windows are a thicker noise insulating barrier that separates the home interior from the external environment. The spaces in between the layers with argon or a heavy gas all play an important role to block the sound that can travel through the glassware. As a whole unit it is an effective solution to create a peaceful home with the windows closed to a noisy zone.

  • 4
    High Security

    Constructed with additional layers of glass, the multi layered vessel is stronger and guards against vandals. Add laminated or toughened panes and you will get a peace of mind in having a secure window that better protects against potential intruders.

Disadvantages

  • 1
    Costly Option

    As triple glazing is produced in low volumes in comparison to double glazing the cost to produce it is substantially more. The price is pushed even more higher as the multi layered unit requires upgraded hardware to endure the extra weight of the glass vessel.

  • 2
    Heavier Weight

    The weight of adding an additional piece of glass to what is effectively double glazing can be rather heavy. There is a need for strengthened hardware and heavy duty frame hinges to be installed for good functional operation, but they also tend weigh a little more. As these types of windows and doors become heavier as they increase in size, they have to be handled by machines which in turn adds more cost to the total sum.

  • 3
    Profile Thickness

    Unfortunately, triple glazing cannot always replace existing double or single glazed windows due to the physical limitations of the framework. The new multi-layered unit is usually thicker and demands extra space for installation. It is important to check beforehand that the existing space is adequate for new triple glazed windows.

  • 4
    Sound Structure

    Apart of fitting, it is vital that the structure can support the additional weight of a hermetically sealed triple glass unit. For new fittings, our surveyors can assess your property to check that the current platform is satisfactory to mount the heavier windows and can advise as necessary.

  • 5
    Low Solar Gains

    With three layers these windows are good at keeping the heat in, but do attract a low solar gain. It cannot take the benefit of fully using the free solar energy from the sun to contribute in warming the space inside your property through the unit that has a low heat conductance.

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Frequently Asked Questions


  • Is triple glazing better at eliminating condensation inside?

    Triple glazed windows are designed to reduce heat transfer and can maintain the inside temperature higher than other airtight glazing units. This is important as it eliminates condensation inside the layers by keeping the temperature above the 5°C dew point where the misty glass effect typically occur when the cold surface is hit by the moisture in the air.

  • Is it possible to fit my own triple glazing windows?

    We cannot advise you to install your own triple glazed windows. It is a responsibility you have to take yourself and ensure that you are following the building regulations to keep all work legal. You should know that a fitter has to be approved by Building Control or registered with a Competent Person’s Scheme. Our installers are authorised to fit timber or uPVC windows and doors. They follow the guidelines as stated by the government regulations.

  • What will it cost for an extra layer to replace my double glazing?

    To provide a general cost for a glass unit to fit into your window is difficult as we need to consider several factors. Each property will have its own complications and limitations which will have an impact on the total estimation. As a rule, creating three layers is almost 35% more expensive than having 2 layers of glass installed, but again it can vary from one place to another.

    Get an accurate cost of installing triple glazed windows in your premises by arranging for a survey from our expert installers.