Heat is transferred through windows and doors and there's not much that can prevent your home from feeling like a sauna if your windows aren't properly insulated.
Double-Glazing, How Does it Keep Me Cool?
If you’re blasting the AC and still sweating because of the intense summer heat, the reason is most likely your windows.
Double glazed windows reduce heat from entering your home. The air cavity between the two panes of glazing acts as a barrier to minimise the heat passing through. This keeps the inside cooler for longer, in summer Double glazing can effectively insulate your home from heating up in the summer and from losing heat in the winter. A solar film on the window also enhances the heat reduction by reflecting the heat where there is direct sun on the glass.
Magnetite retrofit double glazing uses optical quality acrylic, which is up to 18 times stronger and six times more thermally efficient than regular glass. This means that your windows are not only more energy-efficient, but they are also less likely to shatter like glass, making them safe & durable.
The magnetic seals on the Magnetite system provide an air-tight seal all around the window frame. This prevents the hot air from seeping through during summer and a cold draught coming in during winter. As such, the air filtration rate of a Magnetite seal is the lowest of any secondary glazing choice.
UV Light Peeking Through Your Windows
We assume that as soon as we return home we have escaped from the dangers of the sun. However, did you know that you might not be completely protected even when you are home? The standard window glass allows some UV light to enter your home and may still impact your skin and your furniture.
A double-glazed window with the right solar control film works in the same way that sunscreen does, keeping out the majority of dangerous UV radiation - keeping you healthy and preserving the colour of your furniture for years to come.
Double-Glazed Windows - Money Saver
Summer can get expensive - keeping the kids busy and entertained during those long summer days, going out for ice cream, late nights out, and summer festivals. On top of that, the expense of cooling your home to ensure that you can rest comfortably at home after the long summer day out.
Although double-glazed windows have an initial cost, they can save you money on your cooling and heating bills for years to come. Double glazing your existing windows can help to maintain the indoor temperature. This means you don’t have to crank up your air-con for a prolonged period, resulting in less energy consumption.
Investing in double-glazed windows such as Magnetite will pay for itself in the form of lower energy expenses and a good impact on the environment.
Windows Insulation - Noise Reduction
‘Tis the season for everyone to enjoy their time out in the sun (while it lasts). It is only normal for your street to be busier and louder than usual. However, after a long day, the last thing you need is to come home to loud neighbourhood conversations and BBQ parties. Double-glazed windows also work to keep out any unwanted noise.
Do I Have Another Option?
If you want all the qualities of a great double-glazed window but don’t think it’s right for you, maybe Solartite is what you are searching for. Solartite is an effective option if you want a solar control system that improves the thermal efficiency of existing windows but do not want to install secondary glazing. Solartite is a must-have for window insulation where windows are exposed to direct sunlight.
Speak to the experts at Magnetite Sydney today to learn more about the best solution to insulating your windows.
