Secondary glazing windows are perfect for reducing noise by as much as 50%, reducing condensation by as much as 90% and eliminating drafts and dramatically reducing heat loss through single glazed windows as well as making your home much more secure.
Prices are typically 1/3 to 1/5 of the cost of replacing your existing windows.
Basically you are getting the benefits of a double glazed window without the cost and inconvenience of replacing traditional single glazed windows.
So when should you consider buying a secondary glazed window?
You may have a traditional timber sash window which are still functioning but suffer from condensation and rattle in the wind and leave your room feeling cold.
Replacing a timber sash window is 5 times more expensive than installing a secondary glazing window and 3 times cheaper than replacing your traditional timber sash window with a UPVC sash window.
The big costs in replacing sash windows are the need to rip out and replace all the timber around the existing window to be able to replace the old weights and cords. You cannot fit a new double glazed unit into wood that may have been their since the building was built.
You may be in the position that your in a conservation area or listed building and a replacement UPVC sash window may not be permitted or if particularly sever you may not be allowed to replace your existing timber sash but only be allowed to repair it.
A quick call to your local planning office will confirm if this is the case as they do have the power to remove your window and force you to replace it with a timber sash if you do not meet their requirement.
Another excellent reason to consider secondary glazing windows is if you have a very ornate single glazed window that may have a very decorative lead pattern or stained glass. Replacing these in a double glazed unit is possible however may be out with your budget, however with a secondary glazed window you can keep the beauty of these original features while still living in comfort and get some peace and quite and added security.
Secondary glazing windows have came a long way since their introduction in the 60’s where units were lifted in and out for cleaning. Now you can have the option of horizontal or vertical sliding units, or a hinged casement that opens out into the room making cleaning much easier as you never have to lift the glass.
Your secondary glazed window will have a hardwood frame securely fixed to your existing window and the narrow glazing bars and will where poosible mirror your existing window to be as unobtrusive as possible.
Irrespective of what style your existing window is there is a secondary glazed window available that will allow you to keep your decorative features of your existing windows.
Secondary glazing frame options include fixed panels, lift out panels, hinged casement openings and horizontal and vertical sliding windows.
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