What Are Double Glazed Windows?

Although they have been around for quite some time, many people are still not completely sure what they are. Double glazing refers to windows with two layers of glazing separated by an air cavity. This is also referred to as an Insulated Glass Unit or IGU. The gap between the panes is normally filled with still air, which acts as the buffer unit against noise and temperature extremes. As the extra layer of glazing and air gap takes up more space a heavier duty frame or adapter is required for double glazed windows. The frame can be made of wood, metal, or uPVC (heavy plastic). Retrofit double glazing is the process of adding another layer to the existing window to create a double glazing system. This is often more effective than replacement windows as the air cavity can be increased for better performance.

Can Double Glazing Help to Keep My Home Cool in the Summer?

Absolutely, yes. Our Perth retrofit double glazed windows offer Magnetite® which uses an optical grade acrylic glazing that is up to 6 X more thermally efficient and up to 18 X stronger than glass. These features allow Magnetite® to help maintain a comfortable room temperature for year round thermal comfort . To further reduce the heat in summer, we offer Solartite window films, to transform your standard glass window to a high performance double glazed window.

Will Double Glazed Windows Keep My House Warmer in the Winter?

Magnetite® patented framing creates a thermal break from your existing frame while its airtight magnetic seals eliminate draughts. Our retrofit double glazing windows will keep you warm during winter in Perth. In addition to making your home more comfortable, Magnetite double glazing Perth converts your window into the best energy efficient window for winter performance, helping you save on energy bills.

Can Double Glazed Windows Reduce Noise from Outside?

Our window installation Perth team have installed retrofit double glazing in Perth for many property owners who wished to reduce the outside noise through their windows and doors. The soundproofing performance of double glazed windows usually depend on the thickness of the glazing and the depth of air cavity between the two panes. Generally, the larger the air cavity, the better the noise reduction .

Double Glazing for Existing Windows in Perth

Magnetite Perth commenced trading in 2006, initially from the same premises as our existing family business, Rayban Window Tinting in Malaga. Adapting Magnetite's retrofit double glazed window system into the existing tint business filled a void for customers who wanted to soundproof their windows and boost thermal performance, without sacrificing natural light.

Magnetite retrofit double glazing soon became known in Perth as the way to soundproof and insulate existing windows and overcome the performance shortcomings of single glazed windows and doors without altering their look, or the street appeal of the home.

As a family run business we are proud that over 25% of our double glazing business comes from repeat customers and referrals. In 2011, we moved to our new premise in Crocker Dr, Malaga and continue to offer a variety of solutions for your windows such as Solartite window films, Magnetite retrofit double glazing and Soundtite secondary glazing to ensure we are best equipped to solve our customers concerns.

Our double glazing installations in both residential and commercial premises have provided some outstanding results for our clients and extend beyond Perth to as far afield as Mindarie in the north to Mandurah in the south.

If you have any questions about the benefits or the process of retrofitting double glazing in your Perth home, contact us today.

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Hear From Some Happy Magnetite Customers!

“These guys where in and out without fuss leaving the room spotless. The effectiveness of the sound proofing, which was our aim, has been very effective.”

Pawley, WA

“The window fittings are really unobtrusive, you have to look specifically at the window from fairly close to see them, so they haven’t altered the overall look of the windows. They have already made a difference in a recent hot day.”

Anna, WA

“Our house is toasty warm and we are able to turn our air conditioning down by 3 degrees! What a saving!”

Arnola, WA

“Very effective sound-proofing solution. Worked exactly as advertised. The installation was very well done and the installers left the area spotless”

Jonathan, WA

“The noise reduction was immediately evident and, despite the hot weather we have had over the last two weeks, I have not needed to switch on the air conditioning in that part of the house.”

Pica, WA

“I live on an extremely busy main road. After fitting Magnetite windows and door seal to the front of my house, the road noise is barely noticeable. Graeme and his team are very knowledgeable and professional.”

Darcy, WA