Which double glazing?
When looking for new windows it can be quite daunting looking through the various
options to decide which double glazing is best for your house.
The main choices you are typically faced with are the style of window you want,
and the material used to make the frame.
Typical Window Frame Materials
- upvc double glazing - these are typically white and probably the most common
replacement windows;
- aluminium double glazing - less common, but still used as replacement glazing;
- wooden double glazing - fitted to some new builds but quite expensive and
requires more maintenance than the aluminium or UPVC counterparts.
Typical Window Types
The most common type of window construction is the casement window. The image on
the right shows an example of the standard 2 or 3 pane casement window.
These windows come in a variety of colours, although white is probably the most
typical, with a variety of glass options.
This style of window may not be suitable for every house, but it is a fairly inexpensive
double glazing solution.
Your choice of colour and the way in which the window operates will be limited by
the company you choice to install your double glazing.
It is always worth looking at other houses in your street, or other houses of a
similar style, to help decide which style looks best for your property.
