Although single pane windows keep the rain out, they don’t do a lot else. About a quarter of the heat lost in our homes escapes through the windows; as well as around the window frames and seals. And you don’t want to know how much additional energy is lost through cracks and fissures! Yet another good reason why people in glass houses really shouldn’t throw stones!

So why is double glazing worth the money? Like loft insulation and cavity wall insulation, double glazing effectively adds another layer of ‘lagging’ to your house. A layer of air is trapped between the two frames of glass, and acts as a buffer; keeping noise and condensation out; keeping heat in. You’ll notice the difference straight away.

If you’re still weighing up the costs, do remember that double glazing will recoup its value in reduced heating bills in the winter (and reduced cooling bills in the summer.) Even double glazing one set of windows will reduce costs and improve the energy efficiency of your home.

Unless they’re particularly outlandish, you won’t have any trouble finding the right shape and style of double glazing for your windows. Frames and panes are available in practically all styles and will add considerable style to all aspects!

As with any other energy saving appliance or feature, look out for the Energy Efficiency Recommendation seal when buying your new double glazed windows. After all, the more energy efficient they are, the greater the potential savings.