Whether it’s the climate emergency or the rising cost of energy bills, we’re all looking at ways to make our homes more energy efficient. If you’re looking at replacing your windows, you may be wondering whether it’s worth paying extra for triple glazing over double glazing.
Here are a few things to consider.
The energy efficiency benefits of triple glazing
Heat gain and heat loss through windows are responsible for 25%–30% of a typical home’s heating and cooling needs. It means having thermally efficient windows makes very good sense.
Triple glazing is more thermally efficient than double glazing, so you might think it’s worth paying extra for triple glazing over double glazing.
Not necessarily.
If you are replacing ageing single or double-glazed aluminium windows with modern triple-glazed aluminium windows, you will notice a huge difference in the comfort levels of your home.
However, you will also notice a huge difference if you replace your windows with the most thermally efficient aluminium double-glazed windows. Evoke, our aluminium window and door system, for example, offers exceptional thermal efficiency in both double and triple-glazed versions.
The increased thermal efficiency of triple glazing doesn’t necessarily translate to a big difference in energy costs. When you compare the best modern aluminium double glazing with the best modern aluminium triple glazing, the energy savings may not be as significant as you think.
On the other hand, if your main concern is a reduction in energy use for environmental reasons, triple glazing obviously has its advantages.
The additional benefits of triple glazing
Of course, it isn’t just energy efficiency where it might be worth paying extra for triple glazing over double glazing.
Triple-glazed windows can be better at reducing noise levels than double-glazed windows. This can be a huge advantage for homes in the South East, especially if you’re on a flight path or near a busy road.
Other things to consider when looking at triple glazing
There are a few more options to consider when you’re wondering if it’s worth paying extra for triple glazing over double glazing.
Triple-glazed windows are heavier than double-glazed windows. This means they may not be suitable for all homes or that additional structural reinforcements will be needed.
It’s also important to know that triple-glazed windows may not let as much light in as double-glazed windows. This makes your choice of window frame all-important. Aluminium windows have slimmer frames than PVC-U windows. Our Evoke aluminium windows have the slimmest frames on the market. In fact, they’re up to 30% slimmer than comparable aluminium windows, which equates to a glass area that’s 12% larger. This could help to compensate for the loss of light as a result of triple-glazed windows.
The importance of consulting an expert when considering triple glazing
There are a lot of things to consider when looking at triple glazing. Whether it is worth paying extra for triple glazing over double glazing is just the start.
Here at Capital Windows, we have been a specialist designer, supplier and installer of the latest generation, innovative and technologically advanced windows, doors, bi-folding doors and glazed home improvement solutions for over 40 years.
Our Evoke range of aluminium windows and doors uses materials from some of the leading names in the industry. It combines modern functionality with high performance whether you choose double glazing or triple glazing.
When you come to us, you can be sure of two things. Firstly, you’ll be able to choose from the best products the market has to offer. Secondly, we have the expertise and experience to be able to offer you advice you can trust.
To talk to us about aluminium windows for your home, get in touch today.