{"id":2044,"date":"2022-09-07T09:16:26","date_gmt":"2022-09-07T09:16:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clementwindows.co.uk\/news\/?p=2044"},"modified":"2025-01-22T11:15:24","modified_gmt":"2025-01-22T11:15:24","slug":"the-benefits-of-double-glazed-steel-windows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clementwindows.co.uk\/news\/the-benefits-of-double-glazed-steel-windows\/","title":{"rendered":"The Benefits of Double Glazed Steel Windows"},"content":{"rendered":"

With the long-term concern around energy price rises, it\u2019s no wonder individuals across the UK are looking for ways to increase the energy efficiency of their homes and avoid incurring increased costs.<\/p>\n

Windows and doors can be among the most common causes of poor temperature control within a home, especially if they\u2019re not double glazed.<\/p>\n

The benefits of double glazed windows, and doubled glazed steel windows<\/a>, go beyond money saving, improving the comfort of your home through temperature control and noise-proofing. But what actually makes double glazing so effective?<\/p>\n

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The benefits of double glazed steel windows<\/h2>\n

Double glazing explained<\/h3>\n

Many people aren\u2019t aware that double glazing means windows are fitted with two panes of glass separated by a layer of trapped gas in between. So how does it work and what difference will this make to the energy efficiency of your property?<\/p>\n

Gases used can include krypton and argon, neither of which are harmful, but they are poor conductors of heat meaning warm air is kept inside your home leading to improved thermal and energy efficiency. The additional pane of glass in double glazing can also act as an extra barrier against noise and increase the strength of the window, further improving security.<\/p>\n

Double glazing gases explained<\/h3>\n

At Clement, we use both krypton and argon gases in the manufacturing of our bespoke double glazed steel windows.<\/p>\n

Krypton and argon gases are both great for increasing the energy efficiency of double glazed windows, because they are heavier than air and they are poor thermal conductors that slow down and can even stop energy from traveling through them. Argon is almost six times denser than air, while krypton is 12 times denser. Both are popular solutions for improved energy efficiency, but the density of krypton makes it a more costly option.<\/p>\n

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Window energy ratings explained<\/h3>\n

When shopping for new windows, an important thing to bear in mind is the Window Energy Rating (WER). To comply with Building Regulations, all new windows should be C-rated or above. This is calculated by several variables, including:<\/p>\n