Double Glazing vs Single Glazing
Read the four great advantages and benefits of double glazing doors and windows for both safety and security in Perth Home. Contact our experts for more detail.
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At Climateframe Double Glazing, we’re not just your average double glazing supplier in Perth, WA – we’re your local experts when it comes to manufacturing and installing top-notch double glazed windows and doors.
We pride ourselves on offering the best service around, along with fantastic prices. Plus, our double glazing materials are not only of exceptional quality but also environmentally friendly.
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Benefits of UPVC
Double glazing involves fitting windows or doors with two panes of glass separated by a gap. This design enhances dramatially increases thermal efficiency, reducing heat transfer, while also minimizing noise. It improves energy savings, comfort, and security for homes or buildings.
Keep your energy costs down, and slash those heating and cooling bills by using top-notch thermal insulation materials and low-e glass for your windows and doors. It’s a smart move for your wallet and the environment.
In metro areas, where traffic and noise can be overwhelming, double glazing is a fantastic solution. It provides top-notch noise insulation, making your home up to eight times quieter. It’s a great way to enjoy a peaceful retreat from the chaos outside.
Our safety glass window systems offer a great blend of protection, style, and security, all with added strength. They’re much less likely to shatter, giving you peace of mind about the safety of your property and home.
Our energy-efficient double-glazed units come with airtight seals to keep your windows crystal clear, preventing any moisture and foggy issues. Enjoy a comfortable, bright home without the hassle.
Stylish uPVC double glazed doors.
Styles of doors: hinged doors, sliding doors, slide & stack doors, lift and slide doors, french doors and aluminium doors.
Double glazing in Australia can cost anywhere from $150 to $1,500 per sqm, depending on the installer. Prices will also depend on whether the house is a 3 bedroom or 4 bedroom house. There are many variables that contribute to the overall price of double glazing, these include:
Some manufacturers use inferior profiles that are cheaper to purchase but carry the risk of breaking down in the harsh climate of Australia. At Climateframe we only use Kommerling profile, for our uPVC range, in the manufacture of our windows and doors – outstanding quality materials that are tested for Australian conditions and guaranteed not to fail you.
Some manufacturers use inferior profiles that are cheaper to purchase but carry the risk of breaking down in the harsh climate of Australia. At Climateframe we only use Kommerling profile in the manufacture of our windows and doors – outstanding quality materials that are tested for Australian conditions and guaranteed not to fail you.
Before comparing the price of window systems it is important to have an understanding of the various options available in Perth. The current standard window system (In most homes) for Perth residential homes is single glazed glass in aluminium frames. These window systems are cheap to supply, but almost entirely, seriously poor quality. Common issues involve poor security, colour fading, rattling, water leaks, drafts, poor noise abatement and very poor thermal performance.
There are three main types of double glazed window systems on the Perth Market. Double glazed aluminium (Not thermally broken), double glazed aluminium (Thermally broken) and uPVC frames. The quality of materials in the frames and good workmanship in manufacturing are absolutely critical to the overall performance and longevity of the window systems. Good quality installation is also essential when considering upgrading to double glazing.
Some local suppliers are offering poor quality windows and doors manufactured overseas.
Most, locally manufactured, double glazed windows and doors offer significant security, general quality (Noise and temperature control) benefits when compared with standard single glazed window.
PVC frames combined with the right glass selection provides the best thermal performance. Thermal broken aluminium is the next best and non-thermal broken aluminium frames has the lowest thermal performance compared with the two other double glazed options.
In terms of price, due to the amount of labour involved, there isn’t a significant difference when comparing retrofitting single glazed window systems with double glazed systems in renovation work.
In new builds, the difference in price between single glazing and uPVC double glazing is more significant. This is due mainly to the different installation methods. As a guide, the following table illustrates a price comparison between the various glazing options for a small home.
| Renovation | New Build |
Thermal broken aluminium double glazing | $39,000 | $35,000 |
uPVC double glazing | $25,000 | $21,000 |
Non-thermal broken aluminium double glazing | $24,000 | $17,000 |
Single glazed aluminium | $21,000 | $11,000 |
Considering the lifetime benefits of double glazing the additional initial cost for a quality system is worth the investment.
It is very important to choose a company wisely.
The answer is yes! Absolutely! All double glazing windows we offer helps significantly reduce external noise and energy bills by up to 80% and creates an ambient environment in your room regardless of the temperature outside. It does not just pay off its initial cost financially but also makes your life far more comfortable. Book a consultation with us to manufacture the perfect double glazed units for your home.
The cost of uPVC double glazing depends on the size of your doors and windows, the colour of the frame, the window style and glass type.
Alternatively if you would like to get an estimate for your home or construction, drop us a message and get an obligation free quote.
If you know you want energy efficient double glazing, want to save on energy bills, and want a reasonable price, then that’s exactly why you should install double glazed windows.
The first step is to deal directly with a manufacturer – there are plenty of middle-men out there that purchase double glazed windows from manufacturers and on-sell it to the public – cut out the middle man and there is no unnecessary additional markup on the initial purchase.
Climateframe Double Glazing is passionate about maintaining an industry leading lead time for installing your double glazing windows. Typically our lead time is no longer that 3 -6 weeks from check measure for uPVC and 8-10 weeks for aluminium frames. If this is different then you will be advised by your design consultant or feel free to call and ask us upfront.
We understand that your home and style is unique. This is why when it comes to the manufacture and supply of uPVC window and door systems, we want to offer you a range of frame colour options that will stand the test of time and will meet a wide variety of design choices for inside and outside of your home. Currently, we offer 5 standard colours to choose from in uPVC. These are; White, Cream, Golden Oak, Anthracite, and Black Smooth. We have a wide range of colours which require special order. Our aluminium frames have a full range of powder coating options.
Here are some reasons why double glazing is better than your standard single glazed windows:
Read the four great advantages and benefits of double glazing doors and windows for both safety and security in Perth Home. Contact our experts for more detail.
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Climateframe Double Glazing is a Perth double glazing installer and window supplier in Perth and WA. Our uPVC double glazing provides security, energy efficiency, and comfort all year round.
