We have recently been informed by the BWF, that some manufacturers have been experiencing the phenomenon of exterior condensation on newly installed windows and doors with highly energy efficient glazing. A householder waking to new windows obscured by condensation may think that the glazing units have failed; in fact, this is an indication of the efficiency of the glass read more
Tag Archives: Glazing
Ultra-Thin Glazing for Historic Properties
December 21, 2011 – 2:09 pm
Conservation Joinery for Listed Buildings The renovation of listed buildings comes under the direction of the local planning authority. Their decisions regarding updating original features centre on the need to maintain the original character and appearance of these historic buildings. This often leads to a requirement for like-for-like replacement of the windows and doors. While read more
The Mystery of U-Values
July 19, 2011 – 8:44 am
In the ongoing search for carbon neutrality and environmental sustainability; it is now required by law that your window and door manufacturer shows you calculated U-values on your new units. Building regulations also state that the final U-value for any new unit must not exceed 1.6 w/m2K; except is certain (typically historic) housing authorities. What read more
SAINT-GOBAIN GLASS (SGG) brand PLANITHERM
July 6, 2011 – 12:44 pm
Groundbreaking Glass or Marketing Stunt? As you may have noticed over the past few months, the PLANITHERM brand is being actively advertised in the UK-marketplace both on prime-time TV and on the radio. The advertising consists of two women, Pam and Fern, discussing the installation of PLANITHERM windows in a neighbours house. To complement this read more