Windows: your glazing options

Whether you go with double or triple glazing windows will have an impact on costs, and even on your house construction. Another reason why you need to choose your windows early. 

In this article we cover:

  • Glazing types from double to triple
  • Curtain walling
  • How much triple glazing costs today
  • South versus north facing windows
  • Weight and how it affects budget and design
  • Other glazing options: stained glass, single glazing and windows of the future
  • How windows are made
  • Gas types and thermal breaks
  • Types of glass, from toughened to laminated

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Written by Astrid Madsen

Astrid Madsen is the editor of the SelfBuild magazine. Email astrid.madsen@selfbuild.ie

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