{"id":19043,"date":"2019-01-16T06:50:23","date_gmt":"2019-01-16T06:50:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/?p=19043"},"modified":"2019-01-16T07:01:56","modified_gmt":"2019-01-16T07:01:56","slug":"are-double-glazed-windows-worth-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/are-double-glazed-windows-worth-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Double Glazed Windows Worth It?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- SEO Ultimate Plus (https:\/\/seoultimateplus.com) - Code Inserter module -->\n<script async>(function(s,u,m,o,j,v){j=u.createElement(m);v=u.getElementsByTagName(m)[0];j.async=1;j.src=o;j.dataset.sumoSiteId='b68b392479b5981b8acf46565e9fe32a0734fc21a1f7c1e60121eaa6ca1a1c64';v.parentNode.insertBefore(j,v)})(window,document,'script','\/\/load.sumo.com\/');<\/script>\n<!-- \/SEO Ultimate Plus -->\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most important aspects of a house are the windows. They are the ones allowing light to enter the interior, and the ones that can isolate the outdoors sound, thus letting you have the silence you want. Moreover, they allow you to view the world outside the home too. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, how would double glazed windows help, and are they worth adding to your house? If the thought has passed through your mind, this article will tell you whether double glazed windows are a <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.technicalwriters.us\/double-glazing\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home improvement<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What Is Double Glazing?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve most likely seen double glazed windows before. Basically, they are windows that have two glass panels instead of one. There\u2019s usually a gap that\u2019s about 12mm to 16mm separating the panes that generally contain argon gas or just normal air. It is this gap that makes the double glazed windows so energy-efficient and extra thick. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Why Choose Double Glazed Windows?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Double glazing comes with many benefits. So, if you want to find out if it\u2019s worth the investment, here are some advantages that come with double glazed windows:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Security<\/b><\/p>\n<p>You already know the scenario where a thief breaks the windows and easily enters a building. With double glazing, things get complicated for them. These windows are much more difficult to break compared to normal ones, which pose a greater risk for burglary.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to prevent your belongings from being stolen and ensure your safety, double glazed windows have built-in security features, which provide protection against burglars.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Savings on Energy<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winter can get harsh sometimes, and you need to have the heating on full blast. Still, there are some homes that seem to be very stubborn when it comes to heating, hardly warming. Double glazed windows can help a lot in this aspect. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basically, they keep the warm air inside during the cold season, and out during the summer. This significantly improves the property\u2019s thermal insulation. Therefore, excessive use of the A\/C or heater won\u2019t be needed anymore.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Noise Reduction<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Isn\u2019t it annoying then the outdoors noise is disrupting your entire activity process? Particularly if you\u2019re leaving in a busy city area, having single glazed windows is a burden. This is where double glazing comes into play. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It provides amazing acoustic isolation and can reduce up to 60% of outside noise. As such, if noise is a big problem for you and it affects your daily life, you might want to consider double glazed windows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Furnishings are Safer<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know that UV light can damage a house\u2019s interior? The paintings, drapes, carpets and others are affected by the light entering through the windows. Double glazed windows limit the amount of direct heat and sunlight, protecting the interior from any damage. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Final Thoughts<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Double glazed windows may be just what you\u2019re looking for. Providing a high level of safety, saving on energy costs and reducing the outside noise, they are a must for anyone wanting to live more peacefully. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Sources<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/malplas.com.au\/are-double-glazed-windows-worth-it\/\">https:\/\/malplas.com.au\/are-double-glazed-windows-worth-it\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hipages.com.au\/article\/guide_to_double_glazing\">https:\/\/hipages.com.au\/article\/guide_to_double_glazing<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/deeglass.net.au\/double-glazed-windows\/\">https:\/\/deeglass.net.au\/double-glazed-windows\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cherwellwindows.co.uk\/blog\/the-pros-and-cons-of-double-glazing-windows\/\">https:\/\/cherwellwindows.co.uk\/blog\/the-pros-and-cons-of-double-glazing-windows\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most important aspects of a house are the windows. 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