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Double or Triple glazing for bifold doors?

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This article will outline the points of double and triple glazing to help you decide whether triple or double glazing is suitable for your bifold doors. There are several factors that would impact which glazing choice for bifold doors, such as the location of the residence as well as the location of the doors within the home. One of the factors that are to be considered during the selection of the glass and glazing is the thermal and acoustic performance. The choice of double door glazing will contribute to the overall thermal efficiency of the room. The British Building Regulations minimum Uw value for bifold doors Is 1.6w/m2k The acoustic performance of the glass will rely on the location of the property and how important noise regulation is to the particular project. Triple glazing provides better sound insulation in comparison to double glazing. Triple glazing is a better insulator for outside noise and is recommended if you live near a busy road or industrial area. It is essential

How Effective is Double Glazing?

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  Double glazed windows are one of the top home improvements chosen by homeowners in the UK, because they are a great solution for maintaining a warmer temperature in the house, office, etc, but the question is how effective are they than a single pane window? To start off, the first thing you need to know is what double glazing is and how it works. By double glazing, it is meant that the windows have two panes unlike normal windows which have a single pane, but that's not all, between the two panes there is a small gap in the centre which is called an air gap or a tight air pocket. This gap is either sealed with air or gas. This gap between the glass panes behaves as an insulation not only for temperature but also sound.  Due to this, temperatures cannot easily shift through one side of the window to the other, which enables the house to have cool air indoors, keeping the warm/ hot air outside or warm air inside and the cold on the out.  Further explaining the reason behind the ef

Pros & Cons of Aluminium Doors & Windows

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Aluminium windows and doors are heavy-duty, elegant, and can be quite a long-term investment for your home, so it's no wonder they're one of the UK's and especially Watford's most famous type of installed windows and doors. These doors are quite a popular choice for modern buildings and houses, although they have their own share of pros and cons. If you're struggling to choose which material is the perfect choice for your residence, then our pros and cons of aluminium windows and doors are on board to help. Read on to see if aluminium can produce the kind of transformation you seek for your property. Pros of Aluminum Doors & Windows: Long life - A key feature of aluminium windows and doors is that they can withstand any weather conditions. These doors have proven to be robust and weather resistant no matter where you live, whether in a coastal area or in thick cold regions. Without any signs of wear and tear, they can endure extreme temperatures and constant cli