Hey guys, I'm renovating my house and I'm stuck between double glazing and secondary glazing. I’ve heard both have their benefits, but I’m not sure which one is the better choice for energy efficiency and soundproofing. I’m looking for something that’ll help reduce my heating bills and block out street noise. Has anyone used either option? Which one do you think works better for those things?
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I’ve also had both types installed in different rooms of my house. Secondary glazing was fine for a temporary solution, but honestly, the results were nothing like double glazing.
Great question! I’ve had both installed in my home over the years, and here’s my take: double glazing tends to be the better option for long-term energy efficiency and noise reduction. It's made of two layers of glass with an insulating layer of air or gas in between, which provides excellent thermal insulation. Secondary glazing, while cheaper, is essentially an additional layer added to your existing windows, but it doesn’t offer the same level of insulation or soundproofing as double glazing.
I found that when I installed double glazing in my living room, the difference in noise reduction was huge – I could hardly hear the traffic anymore! As for heating bills, my energy consumption dropped by around 15-20% because the windows kept the warmth in. If you're looking for a more permanent, effective solution, I would highly recommend double glazing.
If you’re interested in learning more about the benefits of double glazing, check out this site: Double Glazing, where you can find details on cost, installation, and additional perks.