Condensation

Double Glazed Windows contain two panes of glass instead of the one singular pane which are normally seen in typical windows, but it’s the space between the two panes that keeps your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter. This means Double Glazed Windows are energy efficient as they keep the heat longer due to slow thermal transfer. 

Single Glazed Windows are more prone to collect condensation in the colder months as there is only one pane of glass that separates the temperature inside from the outside.

Replacing Single Glazed Windows with Double Glazed Windows is a beneficial way of keeping your homes warm during the colder months. This is because air or a dense gas, who’s molecules move slowly, maintain the gaps constant temperature that is between the two panes of glass. As a result of this, it takes longer for the outside cold to enter your home through the window because of the double glazing. 

Single Glazed Windows are more prone to not being able to absorb moisture that develops on the inside of the singular pane of glass which in return instigates condensation and could even generate mould and mildew.

When Condensation forms on your windows, it is important to remember about humidity in your home. Maintaining proper indoor humidity levels are crucial to prevent condensation forming. Keeping windows open when the weather permits will remove the warm, humid air trapped in the home which in return avoids condensation.

If an Internal Condensation Problem is presented on the Inner Window Pane, enhancing proper air circulation will lower humidity and help to remove moisture from the space. As well as this, reducing the number of cold surfaces in the home will maintain a steady, reasonably warm temperature which in return will make it difficult for condensation to form.

Condensation may form in the gap between the two panes of glass as a result of the seal that surrounds the two panes which creates the sealed unit will have most likely started to deteriorate and fracture. It first appears as moisture when the absorbent material between the two panes can no longer hold any more. Once condensation starts to appear within Double Glazing, it will need to be replaced entirely as once the inner seal is compromised there isn’t much you can do if it hasn’t been prevented in the first place. Preventing the condensation forming to start with is key as when your window has been compromised, it won’t ever be able to be restored back to its original performance level.

It’s crucial to understand how to take care of and maintain your Double Glazed Windows, especially when it comes to Condesation. Buying professionally fitted, high quality Double Glazed Units will guarantee your windows will thrive in their expected lifespan and will help massively with the cause of Condensation. Retford Glass Centre LTD / Retford Glass & Glazing LTD takes pride in delivering you exceptional service and total peace of mind when ordering and fitting your Double Glazed Windows. 

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