Is Triple Glazing Better Than Double Glazing?

Ever since we added triple glazed windows to our product range customers have asked us this question and it comes up a lot at this time of the year as householders look to insulate their properties.

Double glazing is something we have supplied and fitted throughout our entire existence and triple glazing was a window solution we were extremely keen to bring on-board, so we are perfectly positioned to give you the lowdown on both window options.

Weigh up the following facts in your mind and when you come to the conclusion as to whether double glazing or triple glazing gets your money, Permaframe is the place to head to.

Cost

We’re not shy talking about the cost of our products and will openly admit that triple glazing is more expensive to buy than double glazing. We doubt you will be surprised by that any way as you get three glass panes instead of two.

Money will be the determining factor for some window buyers and we completely respect that. However, we can tell you that our triple glazed windows can offer a 40% higher level of thermal efficiency than standard A-rated double glazed windows and 60% greater thermal efficiency than standard ‘C’ rated double glazed windows. The energy-savings made throughout the duration of a triple glazed window’s lifespan could help you get your original investment back, and some!

Noise reduction

Many window suppliers advertise triple glazing as an effective reducer of external noise from the home; ideal for those living on a busy road, close to a train line or near a major airport. This isn’t necessarily true in certain circumstances.

There will only be noticeable noise reduction when a triple glazed window has panes and cavities of different thicknesses rather than the exact same thicknesses. A double glazed window can outperform a triple glazed window for noise reduction if it has glass and cavities with those contrasting thicknesses and the triple glazed equivalent doesn’t, that’s how essential they are.

Home security

The inclusion of a third pane of glass in a triple glazed window is an additional barrier for a burglar to try and break though, but it in any case, we internally bead our triple and double glazed windows to prevent removal of the glass from outside.

Both window products come fitted with an ultra-sophisticated multi-point locking system. When it’s engaged there’s absolutely no chance of shifting the window as it will stay very tightly fixed to the frame.

Which window is your winner? Get a FREE quote on either product here.