The most obvious suggestion we can give of how to insulate windows from cold air is to have your current underperforming windows removed and replaced with new energy-efficient designs.
You can elevate the amount of insulation offered by energy-efficient windows, believe it or not, to further amplify their heat retention abilities and increase your energy savings.
Our mini guide will tell you the secrets to doing it, disclosing clever techniques that will ensure your windows incite a cosier home through this and many more winters.
Recognising When To Replace Windows
Are your windows full of condensation in between the panes or have draughts and cold spots surfaced within your house? If your window frames are displaying cracks, signs of warping or the designs are becoming hard to open and close, this is also a cue to invest in a window upgrade.
Inaction will only deepen the issues, leave you feeling cold and paying more for energy than you should be.
Once you have energy-efficient double-glazed windows occupying your window openings, comfort will be markedly improved and heat loss radically reduced.
Replacement vs. Insulation – Cost and Payback
Insulation is the more financially attractive option, but insulation is unlikely to make much of a difference to old single-glazed windows with tired frames.
Whereas new energy-efficient window replacements will unquestionably restrict draughts, fortify home warmth and foster cheaper monthly fuel costs.
When you consider accelerated energy price rises in recent years, replacement windows could yield a quick return of your investment.
Effective Window Insulation Strategies
Window Film – Application of window film creates an extra later over glazing, designed to diminish heat loss by as much as 30%.
Thermal Curtains and Blinds – Separately from injecting style and privacy, thick fabrics like thermal curtains and blinds hold in warmth and combat draughts.
Caulking and Weatherstripping – Gaps in frames incite draughts. Plug them using removable weatherstripping or permanent caulk.
Bubble Wrap Insulation – A highly affordable solution. The air pockets stem heat loss and are easily concealed.
Secondary Glazing – Placement of an extra pane on the inside of a window can improve insulation and minimise external noise.
Draught Excluders and Insulation Tape – Cheaply bought and handy for fixing gaps around frames, sliding sashes and doors.
Extra insulation will only heighten the impressive thermal performance of energy-efficient windows, sparking increased comfort and economical heating bills. The two things are a formidable combination.
Sneak a look at some of the replacement energy-efficient window products available at James Oliver by either inspecting our website or viewing them in real life – our Lincoln showroom has a stunning display of popular styles.
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We have a fantastic range to choose from so whether it’s a modern style or traditional timber effect windows – we are confident that we will have windows to improve any home to give it the finished look with elegance.
LOOKING TO REPLACE YOUR WINDOWS?
We have a fantastic range to choose from so whether it’s a modern style or traditional timber effect windows – we are confident that we will have windows to improve any home to give it the finished look with elegance.
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