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Double Glazing Savings

Double glazing can increase the energy efficiency of your home and make an overall saving of more than £130 per year on your energy bills. As double glazing uses two sheets of glass, with a space between them to created an insulated barrier that keeps in the heat. This can not only reduce your yearly bills but also help to reduce your carbon footprint for your house. Other benefits include a much cosier home, a reduction in the amount of condensation in the winter and a noticeable difference in drowning out the noise from outside.

So now that you want to turn your home into a warmer and more energy living environment, what kinds of replacement windows can you go for?

Sash Windows

Sash windows are made of one or several moving panels that hold separated panes of glass together. These moving parts are referred to as ‘Sashes’ and most frequently opened via the vertical or horizontal sliding panel. Sash windows have always popular and can be dated back to the 17th Century and in Georgian and Victorian houses. The classic arrangement, although not always common, is the three by two panes on both sashes to give a 6 panes over 6 panes appearance. Sash windows also are fitted with springs and counter-balances to open and lock the window in place.

Traditionally, Sash Windows were made from Wood and single glazed which meant they were not ideal for keeping the heat in. As both sashes can be opened at the same time, Sash Windows are more suited for keeping rooms cool in hot weather with air circulated through the top and bottom openings. The wooden frames and moving parts mean that these type of windows can be quite high maintenance and require constant attention. The wooden frames are also prone to rot or warping in damp conditions. Now, sash windows can be made of modern materials and have more sophisticated opening mechanisms.

Vertical Sliding Sash Windows

Sash windows can now be made in modern, energy efficient PVCU materials and double glazing to make them ideal for all seasons. The window mechanisms are made for ease of operation and very robust, meaning that the moving parts are less likely to need maintenance, whilst the frames are not susceptible to rot. The new features also mean that there are more operations available for the window to open, including tilt-open and opening both sashes.

To fit your home with energy efficient windows, which are also suited to both winter and summer seasons, Sash Windows can be the perfect choice. They come in many different colours and finishes to compliment your house as well as having a full array of functions to open the window. Contact your nearest specialist uPVC window supplier and see how sash windows can be the perfect choice.