Triple Glazed Windows
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=== Argon / Krypton Gas Fill === | === Argon / Krypton Gas Fill === | ||
− | Triple glazed windows often have | + | Triple glazed windows often have argon or krypton gas fills pumped into the gaps between the window panes are designed to admit solar gain as they reduce heat loss. Both argon and krypton gases slow heat transfer while helping to maintain the warm temperatures of a warm house and the cool temperatures of a cool house. Argon and krypton are inert gases and can serve as effective thermal insulators by successfully reducing conductance -- the movement of heat through a solid material. |
− | Many window manufacturers gas fills as a standard in | + | Many window manufacturers include double glazing with argon or krypton gas fills as a standard in a window order. Triple glazing is recommended for homes built in extremely cold climates. Argon gas is the standard gas fill while krypton gas, the more expensive gas fill, is often used for windows with thinner gaps. Some window applications include a combination of argon and krypton gas. |
− | Gas-insulated triple-glazed replacement windows may be manufactured in conjunction with tinted glass and | + | Gas-insulated triple-glazed replacement windows may be manufactured in conjunction with tinted or patterned glass and in conjunction with Low-E glazed windows. |
=== Low E Coatings === | === Low E Coatings === | ||
− | A "Low-Emittance" -- Low-E -- coating is a virtually invisible, metallic layer of oxide which is coated onto a window surface. Low E | + | A "Low-Emittance" -- Low-E -- coating is a virtually invisible, metallic or metal layer of oxide which is coated onto a window surface. Low E coating reduces the U-factor of the window through a process that suppresses radiative heat flow. A Low-E coating adds significantly to window's thermal performance. The Low-E coating is applied to the outer layer of a triple glazed window. |
== Window Styles == | == Window Styles == | ||
Triple glazing is available for all replacement window styles including windows with special architectural shapes, fixed windows and conventional operating sliding and hinged windows. | Triple glazing is available for all replacement window styles including windows with special architectural shapes, fixed windows and conventional operating sliding and hinged windows. | ||
− | Customers should insure that the framing material chosen for a triple glazed window is strong enough to support the added weight of | + | Customers should insure that the framing material chosen for a triple glazed window is strong enough to support the added weight of a triple glazed window, particularly if the window is a large application. |
== Glazing Options == | == Glazing Options == | ||
− | Triple glazing is available | + | Triple glazing is available for all types of replacement window glazing including windows that include clear glass, laminated glass, tempered glass, tinted glass or patterned privacy glass. |
== Purchase == | == Purchase == | ||
− | Many window manufacturers offer triple pane windows. | + | Many window manufacturers offer the option of triple pane windows for replacement window purchase. This alternative is more widely available in extreme climates in which triple glazed windows are indicated. |
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[[Category:Replacement Windows]] | [[Category:Replacement Windows]] |