What is the difference between Double Glazing and Triple Glazing

We often get asked the question from clients whether they should go for double glazing or triple glazing. Firstly we must understand the differences between double glazing and triple glazing.

Our Double Glazing windows are more common and a standard stock type of energy-efficient windows. They consist of a Hermetically sealed IGU unit composed of 2 glasses separated by a spacer. The dead space between the 2 panes of glass in double glazing windows, is the main reason for the increase in efficiency by reducing heat and cold transmission through the dead space between the 2 panes of glass.

When we add a third layer of glass, it becomes triple glazed windows. Therefore the composition of triple glazed windows is glass-space-glass-space-glass. They contain 3 panes of glass separated by 2 spacers and therefore are much more efficient than double glazing windows. In practice, the overall IGU thickness in a triple glazed window is more than a double glazed unit. They are generally upward of 35mm whereas a double glazed unit is 28mm or smaller. Triple glazed windows Perth is not very common mainly due to the fact that double glazing itself has not become a standard. When the market firstly accepts the energy benefits of insulated double glazing, triple glazing would be the next step up.

Triple Glazing Windows cost is higher than its double glazing counterpart, however, it does have added energy efficiency benefits. U values of our double glazed windows are a maximum 2.3, and a base triple glazed window has a U value of 1.7. Double Glazing window cost is about $60 per sqm cheaper than the triple glazing window cost. To achieve the same U value as a triple glazing, you can add a Soft Coat Low E glass in a double glazing formation and achieve the same U value of 1.7, Double Glazing windows cost Perth with such a Low e DGU composition would cost less than a triple glazed window whilst achieving the same U Value. Because there are not many local manufacturers of Triple glazed DGU’s, the triple glazing window cost Perth is quite high.

In Conclusion For a market which is making high volumes of Passivhaus standard houses, Triple glazing would be a bare essential to achieve U values as low as 1.0 with Low e triple glazing, however, Double glazing windows Perth cost is something that should be accepted as a standard window prior to being talking about triple glazing. In Europe and America, triple glazing is now a standard, after double glazing ruled its reigns for 30 years. In Perth and Australia the reigns are ruled by single glazed windows, therefore firstly double glazing Perth needs to become a standard before we start to talk heavily about triple glazing. We as a company manufacture both double glazed and triple glazed windows, however as an example to the end consumer they first need to take a shift from a being in a bicycle to go onto a motorcycle and thereafter thinking of buying a car. However for those who have an immediate capability to buy a car and want the best, then yes Low e triple glazed windows are the best, however for the general mass a jump from a bicycle to a motorbike ( single glazing to double glazed), will help them see the immediate benefits of Insulated glazed units and what impact it has on energy efficiency, noise reduction and eliminating risk of cold patches

Single Glazing – Its Time To Replace Single Glazed Windows and Doors.

Single Glazed Aluminium windows are an affordable baseline standard specified item for homes in Australia for the past three to four decades. They are cost-efficient however they are horrible when they come to energy efficiency. They are rated at a U Value of 6.8 which is at least five times more energy-consuming and five times less insulative than uPVC double glazed window system which boasts U Values of 1.4 and below. Changing single glazed windows to double glazed will not only save you money in the long run but also provide more comfort and health benefits in the long term. We will go through some of the key points about replacing single glazed windows with double glazing in our blog below

Will replacement double glazing save me money?

To replace windows with double glazing is a no brainer, firstly because all single glazed windows requiring replacement have had their life cycle complete and have gone even more drafty with time. Replacing single glazing with double glazing save you money in the long run as the use of heating and cooling systems will be considerably less and with the electricity prices always on a exponential rise, payback period when you convert single glazed windows to double glazing is less than 6 years therefore it is affordable double glazing in the long run as double glazing pays itself off

Why Convert Your Single Glazed Windows and doors to Double Glazing?

There are several benefits to converting your existing single glazed to double glazing. These include:

• Better Insulation

• Improved U values

• Better sealed system

• Less or no Draft

• No hot and cold spots near windows

• Energy savings, less electricity bills

• Reducing your Carbon Footprint, lesser Greenhouse-gas Emissions

• Improved health of occupants

How to Replace Single Glazing with Double Glazing in a Door or Window.

There are a couple of ways that you can convert your windows and doors from single glazing to double glazing.

Double glazing replacement glass : If the existing frame has extrusions suitable to Convert single glazed windows by way of direct double glazing panel replacement, this would be the easiest and most cost friendly exercise, however it will not improve the conductivity of the existing metal frame and thus you are not getting value for money or the best U values available in Double glazed window systems. Also if you are looking at replacement double glazing panels to an existing window you have to question whether it is affordable double glazing in this method as the investment put in will only last you for set time as the existing window has already served its life cycle time, is designed with old extrusion technology and is already quite drafty.

Replacing Single glazing via removal of old window and replacing with a new Double Glazed window:- This is the most ideal and value for money method. The cost is not too much different from the above method, however, you are getting an entirely new window, which will last you another 20 years, is designed with latest design and sealing technology and gives you the best of the U Values in the current market. It is a no brainer to be putting your money in this.

How long does it take to replace double glazing?

Typically a 4x 2 house can be replaced with new double glazed windows and doors in a space of 4 to 5 working days. The entire house will have an uplift and windows can be designed to your specifications and requirements. This can also be done in stages if your budget does not allow entire house to be done at once. Typically our install team can complete 3-4 windows in a day and will have your house locked up before they leave. We only remove the windows that we can ensure are locked up before we leave for the day.

Cost to replace windows and doors with double glazing.

How much does it cost to replace windows?

Typically the cost to replace windows with double glazing is dependent on number of factors like window colour, window style and IGU composition. However to a layman the question remains, that is it affordable double glazing your home. A quick answer is yes, our base package for a 3x 2 house fully replaced with double glazed windows is $8000 to $9000 and for a 4x 2 house is between $13,000 to $16,000. This cost is easily repaid back especially for a house that is in need of replacing windows that are tired and worn out. For new builds it would make sense to upgrade to our double glazed window systems, as the difference in cost between the single glazed counterparts will be paid off in less than 6 years from the savings in energy bills.

Why Have Your Single Glazing Upgraded By Canon Double Glazing

The answer to this question is because our company if the only in Australia to manufacture uPVC window and door systems from Extrusion of profiles, manufacturing of the windows and IGU units upto the final installation of the window. We outsource nothing and have an enormous manufacturing capability and work on a turn over model. All these factors make us unique to everyone else in the industry and this it is more affordable double glazing with Canon than any other company

Imported vs  Locally Manufactured Double Glazed windows and doors

Being in the industry for over 8 years, as Trusted uPVC windows and doors in Peth, Australia we have seen a constant growing market in Perth and for Australia in general for uPVC Double glazed windows and doors. Builders, Owner, renovators and developers always saw an opportunity in importing uPVC windows and doors  from countries like China as they were quite cheap upvc windows and they could offer better window systems than the current single glazed windows which are heavily used in the market.

Latest technology in uPVC windows and doors

We are the first in Australia to extrude UPVC profiles for Double Glazed doors & Windows. uPVC is the latest and most superior solution in window technology. Canon Double Glazing have chosen to work with a tropical blend of uPVC, which contains a high titanium oxide content specially produced for the Australian market. Incorporating the benefits of the uPVC windows Perth is used to. Our uPVC windows are backed by a 10 year Warranty on Non Colour Fading and we use Premium High grade Tropical UV Stabilized Compound which is also a Lead Free Formulation that’s why uPVC double glazing doors and windows are the ultimate choice for any property owner.

UPVC windows prices and cost

A lot of alfresco close outs with windows and doors which included upvc back doors, upvc sliding doors and upvc internal doors, uPVC front doors were being brought in totally duty free at bargain prices. We have analysed the difference in the upvc windows cost of an imported vs locally manufactured over the years and would say the cost difference is not more than 10-15% when buying whole house lots of windows and doors. However recent trends have totally changed due to higher manufacturing volumes locally which have considerably brought prices down for the better windows when manufactured locally.

There are many double glazing companies and uPVC window suppliers around, some which fabricate locally but are expensive due to importation of uPVC profiles , some which import ready windows which are cost effective but have very long leadtimes and ability to go wrong which doubles the leadtimes for errors or damage, and only One which locally extrudes and fabricates and makes the DGU units with leadtime of only 3 weeks from order and is the most cost effective

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Conclusion

On top of this, uPVC products are energy efficient and sustainable, helping you to noticeably reduce utility costs and your carbon footprint. Our uPVC double glazed windows come in a wide range of decorative, functional, styles to help you achieve the home aesthetics you are aiming for. Enquire today about our uPVC windows and doors in Perth Australia

Double Glazing Review in Perth by Canon Double Glazing

Reviews of a business are generally either price, quality and service related. Today we will talk about the price aspect with respect to a customer review. The current window market in Perth which still heavily focuses on single glazed windows, double glazing is thought to be a premium and expensive product, however, it must be noted that based on the pricing apples and apples should be compared. There is no such term as cheap double glazing, especially if you compare it to single glazed aluminum windows. It is always going to be more expensive than single glazed windows, however, coming to the next question when you start comparing the apple to an apple we can safely start using the term affordable double glazing in Perth. Yes, uPVC double glazing in Perth is much more energy efficient and affordable than aluminum double glazing.

Therefore any double glazed windows reviews by a customer for a company or product should not only be noted from the price perspective. It should be a system, quality, and service related review.

Why you should choose Canon Double Glazing.

Canon Double Glazing are Perth #1 choice for Double Glazing, UPVC windows, UPVC

doors, and sliding doors. We service the entire Perth WA area.

We are the first in Australia to extrude UPVC profiles for Double Glazed Doors & Windows

Based in Perth, we cater for the whole WA region and have carried out jobs from Gerald ton to Albany, as a supply only or fully installed service. No job is too small or too big for us. With being the only double Glazing company in Australia to fully manufacture our window and door systems right up from Extrusion of profiles to installation of the final window, we streamline and control processes better than the rest which is why our customers get the best value out of their windows and doors. Our Double Glazing Windows Prices And Quality Compel Our Customers To Upgrade To Double Glazed Windows.

The advantage of CANON UPVC

Locally manufactured uPVC profiles with Tropical Grade resin and high UV stabilization to provide a 10-year warranty for non colour fading on all our frames

• Available in White, Golden oak, Anotec Dark Grey and Silver colour
• 100% Australia made and Owned
• 100% sustainable, in-house recycling facility available to ensure offcut frames and extrusions are recycled and put back into the process and not a landfill
• In-house Automated Double Glazed Units manufacturing plant
• In-house Automated window and door fabrication plant

uPVC Windows vs Aluminium Windows: Make a Right Choice

uPVC means unplasticized polyvinyl chloride. It differs from standard PVC which everyone tends to it of as plastic. Because of the unplasticized nature of uPVC it is very rigid and is formulated to provide excellent outdoor weathering applications. uPVC window frames are a combination of a multichambered profile extrusion which provides insulative properties like no other window material, as well as reinforcing the internal chambers with use of a galvanized steel profiles up to 2.5mm thick to make it equal in strength to aluminium windows. This allows upvc windows to be used upto commercial applications. With the product being trusted more and more with time, it has become a popular replacement and new window choice for Double glazing in Perth

What is a better choice out of uPVC or Aluminium windows?

Insulation:-

UPVC windows are 3 x more insulative than aluminium windows. uPVC windows with double glazed units have u Values as low as 1.2 Aluminium windows being metal conduct a lot of heat and cold

Upvc vs aluminum Cost And Price:-

uPVC windows are much favorably priced compared to aluminium windows in with a same glazing combination

Maintenance:-

uPVC windows and uPVC doors are fully maintenance free. They do not react to Salt and coastal climate and will not corrode like aluminium. uPVC windows will require just a wash down every now and then to keep them clean and looking fresh

Colors:- 

a common myth is uPVC is only available in white, with current covering technology companies like Renolit and Hornschuch have over 200 foil cover colours that can be applied to uPVC windows. In Australia there are over 6-7 colours given as standard which include a dark grey upvc window which is a popular colour type.

Longevity:-

uPVC itself has been formulated to last over 15 years with warranties provided for the same. Standard aluminium window suppliers provide no longer than a 6 year warranty

Security:-

All uPVC windows come with multiple locking systems making them highly secure, aluminium windows and doors at best have only a single point locking system.

Types of windows:-

Like aluminium uPVC can be manufactured to any design like uPVC sash windows,awning windows, tilt and turn windows,sliding windows. So there is no limitation with designs available

Fire resistance:-

uPVC has a self-extinguishing property and will stop burning as soon as the source of flame is removed. It has been approved to be used upto BAL 29 bushfire prone areas

So there you have it. Both options have some great benefits, but whether they’re right for you depends on your unique needs. Get in touch with us now and we’ll arrange a design consultation where we will talk you through all the options available.
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It is now widely accepted that by fitting double glazing doors into your space will dramatically reduce your expenses on heating and electricity bills. These sorts of furniture pieces will allow the sun’s heat and light to pass through the glass and prevent heat from entering into your home. They not only strengthen household security from burglars, but also improve the level of comfort in your space.

One of the most striking benefits of double glazed doors and windows is that they need very little maintenance compared to hardwood units. They are affordable as well as easy to replace. These types of doors are available in a range of attractive designs, colours and styles. Most double glazing doors will come with laminated and tougher glass, reducing the chances of shattering or breaking.

Fitting double glazed windows and doors will add value to your. It will help you enhance the interiors and exteriors of a space. Aesthetically appealing doors and windows always work well to enhance the beauty of your space. If you are looking for such types of doors, Canon Double Glazing can provide you with the best quality double glazing doors and windows available in varied shapes, sizes, designs.