Your windows serve as the initial barrier against the elements and it’s important to insulate windows to boost their effectiveness playing a crucial role in maintaining a warm atmosphere.
Take a close look at your window designs, as they might be the source of noticeable cold spots and potentially lead to higher energy bills.
This blog aims to help you determine whether your windows are winter-ready or in need of an upgrade.
Insulate Windows to Stop Heat Loss Fast
Even the tiniest openings in your windows can allow pockets of air to compromise their energy efficiency.
Run your fingers along the window edges to detect signs of draughts, and closely inspect the frames and seals for gaps or cracks. A practical method is to use a lit candle near the windows. If the flame flutters, it indicates the presence of draughts.
If you prefer to keep your current windows, it’s crucial to seal any gaps with caulking, excluders, or similar materials.
Thermal Curtains for Maximum Heat Retention
Upgrade your windows with insulating coverings to prevent heat loss and block the cold from seeping in.
The installation of insulating window coverings serves as an effective barrier against the escape of heat and the transfer of cold from the outside through windows.
Consider options like thermal curtains, known for their thickness that can store heat and keep the cold at bay. Alternatively, opt for cellular shades, which act as strong insulators due to their honeycomb-like construction that tightly traps air. When learning how to insulate windows, another viable option is window film, typically crafted from polyester, providing an additional layer of insulation.
Invest in Energy-Saving Windows
Sealing windows on your own can be labour-intensive, and even the addition of window coverings may offer minimal relief if air-leak issues are severe. Neither of these solutions compares to the insulation provided by modern energy-efficient windows.
While investing in new windows from our superior UPVC and aluminium window suites may have a higher upfront cost compared to sealing or covering, they excel at eliminating cold air and promoting heat retention.
TWC’s double-glazed Swindon windows go beyond the standard ‘C’ energy rating requirement, thanks to their insulating frames and low-emissivity glasses.
Adhering to building regulations, replacement windows from TWC include trickle vents—a legally mandated device enhancing ventilation to improve indoor air quality. Explore and order from our diverse window collections here.
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.
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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