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Double glazing, replacement windows, doors, windows, conservatories, hardwood doors, fascias, soffits, guttering, conservatory quotes. Information and tips about double glazing and home improvement window companies. How to get an instant online quote for your home or business double glazing and conservatory needs. Finance, planning, history and more. Fensa (FENSA), document L building regulations and other double glazing considerations in the U.K.. |
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| Glass Turning to the window glass itself, the insulating effect of double-glazing can be affected by a number of factors, including the cavity width, the use of argon instead of air in between the panes or by utilising a low emissivity coating that reflects heat back into the room. The following table illustrates some typical U values (the measurement of heat transfer through glass) using various combinations of cavity widths, air or argon and Pilkington K Glass, which has a low emissivity coating. Glass specification Cavity width: 12mm 16mm 20mm Optifloat/air/Optifloat 2.9 2.7 2.8 Optifloat/argon/Optifloat 2.7 2.6 2.6 Optifloat/air/Pilkington K 1.9 1.7 1.8 Optifloat/argon/Pilkington K 1.6 1.5 1.5 Overall width of unit in millimetres 20.0 24.0 28.0 Optifloat is the name given to 'normal' float glass by its manufacturer - Pilkington. The company's K-Glass has a microscopic coating on the surface, which is a poor radiator. This means that heat absorbed by the coated glass is inhibited from radiating across the air gap and then through the outer pane to the open air. It acts rather like silver foil placed behind a central heating radiator to improve its effectiveness and reflects any heat gained from the sun back into the room. In appearance, it is virtually impossible to tell K-Glass apart from clear float glass apart from a minor effect it has on white light transmission. In certain circumstances such as strong oblique lighting, the coating may sometimes be seen as a transparent film, but this visual effect is only transient. |
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| Insulation The latest double-glazed windows and doors offer greatly improved insulation compared to traditional single-glazed openings. In addition to their better insulation, they are also draught-proof. These properties reduce the amount of heat that can escape, so you can cut down on your heating and save on fuel bills without sacrificing comfort. Security Crime is, unfortunately, of growing concern to home owners and modern double-glazed windows and doors are therefore equipped with a range of security features, including special locks to foil burglars. Noise reduction Noise from aircraft, passing traffic and late-night revellers is also reduced by installing double-glazing, making your home environment quieter and more peaceful. (with thanks to windowinfo.co.uk)  |
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| Door Styles | Planning |
| Doors in all shapes and sizes for all types of property. Want to keep a period look? wide range of styles now available. |
Some or all properties may need planning permission. Your window company will normally help and advise you when they arrive. |
| Benefits of Double Glazing | Conservatories |
| You only fit double glazing for your benefit, but those benefits are not just limited to looks and maintenance. Click here to read more. |
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