Double glazing in hardwood windows

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Hello. I have read through all the previous discussions on windows .. sorry but I still need some more advice ! I am thinking of upgrading single glaze windows to double glazed, the frames are teak and in reasonable condition. I am told that the existing frames will be able to accommodate a 20mm double glazed unit with pilkington k glass.

Has anyone got this type of conversion done ... and if so could you please let me know how it's working out ? Ta in advance for any views...Nova.
 
I got this done ~4 months ago. It was done in one day. It cost ~3k for 12 windows, k glass and some 'designs'. Best money I ever spent. I didn't need to get new beading put in so it made it very easy on the window installer. (I am based in Cork...dunno the situation for where ever you are).
 
Thanks for that Squonk. I am in Maynooth and have only got one quote so far, Eur2300 for five windows including two large bays. Did you have any condensation problems with single glazed .. and if so has it improved with the double glazed units ? And finally, any regrets about not changing to pvc ?
Thanks a lot for your help. All the best, Nova.
 
Nova100 said:
Did you have any condensation problems with single glazed .. and if so has it improved with the double glazed units ? And finally, any regrets about not changing to pvc ?
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We had massive condensation in our master bedroom when we had single glaze; things have improved significantly with double-glaze but its not totally eliminated..just a little haze, no dripping water! Until the mornings get colder I won't be able to say for sure.

We considered PVC first. The quotes we were getting were all >10k but more importantly they involved messing up the house's paintwork. Our teak windows are in very good condition so everyone we talked to about this advised sticking with the teak as they added character to the house. I think the solution we arrived at was the best compromise, getting it done so well in one day was amazing. We just need to continue to maintain the wood.
 
we just ordered double glazing for 11 windows and the front door from these guys . Even though they are based in Derry they gave us 4 references in S.East , we visited 3 and they were very happy .
pjq
 
Thanks Squonk, I know exactly what you mean when you say massive condensation ! Am happy to hold on to the teak windows now and go ahead with the double glazed units.
pjq thanks for the recommendation about LM Glazing. Had read about them on an earlier post also, will be phoning them next week to arrange to get another quote. Looking forward to more heat and less condensation this Winter !
All the best, Nova..
 
Hello Squonk.

Have been researching Double glazing in hardwood windows and came across your 2006 post. Can you let me know if you are still happy with the work carried out if you have had any difficulties since?
I'm hoping to follow your lead, so would appreciate any tips you can give. Can you also let me know what company you used for the installation.

Many thanks, Beanóg.
 
When changing to Double Glazing now look for "A" rated Units as glazing has come along way since 2006.

4/8/4 OptiWhite/Swiss/Argon/Optitherm - centre pane u-value of 1.7
4/16/4 same composition as above centre pane u-value of 1.2

A bedroom will usually have a little bit of condensation on a cold morning after people sleeping in the room all night, it is important to open a bedroom window everyday for aprox 1 hr (not always possible with everyone out working) to prevent mould in the bedroom.
 
NHG said:
A bedroom will usually have a little bit of condensation on a cold morning after people sleeping in the room all night, it is important to open a bedroom window everyday for aprox 1 hr (not always possible with everyone out working) to prevent mould in the bedroom.
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Or if you don't have time, you can wipe the water up quickly and open the window then open a front or back door for a minute to create a draught through the house. (or a howling wind some days :D).

If you can, have a vent lock installed then you can leave your windows open for longer periods.

Sliding sash windows should be opened (both the top and bottom) for at least few minutes every day. The hot air goes out the top and cold air comes in the bottom thus ventilating the room.
 
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