Secondary Window Glazing

If you’re looking for the benefits of improved heat and noise insulation in your home without spending thousands on replacing your existing single glazed windows, then secondary glazing could be an ideal solution. In this article, the team at Bridgewater Glass will cover everything you need to know about this highly-effective alternative to replacement windows.

The main benefit of Secondary Window Glazing is to reduce heat loss, saving energy and money in the long run. With electricity and gas prices rising, every savings counts! Secondary glazing works by adding an extra slim-line window behind your existing windows, reducing the amount of warm air that escapes and cold air that enters.

“Double the Benefits: The Advantages of Secondary Window Glazing

Another key benefit is to reduce external noise pollution, especially useful in urban areas where traffic and street sounds can keep you awake until late at night. By adding a gap of 100mm between the secondary window and your existing window, sound levels can be reduced by up to 75%.

There are a variety of secondary glazing systems available, from a simple plastic sheet that can be fitted on the inside to a fully bespoke solution with an outer frame that can be either reveal fixed or face fixed to your existing windows. Many systems are also available in a choice of colours to complement your interior design. Some are able to be opened and closed, whereas others are designed to be completely dismounted in summer and stored away.