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Secondary Glazing SpecialistsWhy Secondary Glazing Is The Preferred Choice For Listed Buildings
Do you own a listed building? Living in one of these properties is a wonderful experience, but it also comes with a responsibility to maintain and protect the architectural design. However, homeowners often face a number of restrictions when repairing or upgrading the property, and improving the efficiency of your windows can be one of the biggest challenges.
In this latest article, we explore how secondary glazing can help you upgrade your windows and maintain the unique charm and aesthetics of your listed property.
Why upgrade your windows?
No matter whether you have been living in a listed building for a long time or you are just moving into one, upgrading your windows is one of the most effective upgrades you can make. Over time the materials used in the frame can begin to deteriorate, while many of these properties only feature single glazed windows. This leads to very low efficiency, with cold draughts and poor sound insulation severely impacting how you enjoy your space.
However, the structure and aesthetics of historic buildings are often protected by law, which means upgrades and renovations are not allowed to compromise the building’s integrity. That is where secondary glazed windows come into play, allowing homeowners to benefit from all of the advantages of modern windows while still conserving their property’s original windows.
This style of window modification is approved for use by Historic England, meaning they are the ideal solution for historic and listed buildings. Installing secondary glazed windows into your property can deliver a wide range of benefits, including:
Preservation of original features
One of the biggest benefits of opting for secondary glazing is that it ensures that you can preserve the unique style and features of the original windows. Your existing windows will remain untouched, ensuring you can completely modernise the property while maintaining the historical authenticity of the property.
Reversible
Another key advantage is that secondary glazed windows are completely reversible and can be easily removed without causing any damage to the original structure.
Improved energy efficiency
By adding an additional layer of glass to the interior of your windows, you will be creating a new insulating barrier that is able to minimise heat loss. This helps to make it much easier to maintain a comfortable temperature while lowering your energy usage and minimising your bills.
Enhanced sound insulation
Secondary glazing can significantly reduce external noise by disrupting sound waves. Homeowners could notice as much as a 50dB decrease, meaning you can vastly improve the comfort and tranquillity of your property.
Condensation control
Finally, by providing a warmer internal surface, secondary glazing helps to minimise condensation, protecting your timber frames from rotting or warping.
Final thoughts
While secondary glazing is less invasive than window replacement, professional installation is crucial to ensure effectiveness and compliance with conservation standards. Working with the experts will ensure that you are able to enjoy bespoke solutions that are specifically designed for your home, and here at Clearview Secondary Glazing, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional results with every project.
With over two decades of experience in delivering high-performance secondary glazing to property owners across the UK, our experienced team can help you maintain the authentic beauty of your home while boosting energy efficiency and noise reduction.
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Clearview Secondary Glazing
Clearview secondary glazing - the solution to significantly improved acoustic and heat insulation to your property, making your home or offices more comfortable, secure, greener and cost efficient to run. Achieved without the disruption of replacement windows, and without damaging the character of your building.
