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    Triple glazed windows - unreasonable expectations?

    That's what I was saying.. think it is more like 2 degrees and then the air will condense on it. However if the house is warmer and the glass retains heat and does not let it pass through then it will not reach 2 degrees.
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    Triple glazed windows - unreasonable expectations?

    It will be overkill to go for triple glazing; if you were to install uPVC windows with multiple chambers and a good A+ rated glass this will eliminate the condensation problems. I would recommend using a 28mm 4-20-4 double glazed units with the following spec: Argon filled air gap Soft...
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    Are all frames the same?

    Hiya, It seems I went through a bad area for signal yesterday; I did no have your number to call back as it was withheld. If you can forward me your email address I will send over some prices. Also if you let me know the width of the french doors I can work out what you should be paying...
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    HELP - UPVC conservatory window glazing strips,

    There really isn't any way of getting replacements for these as they will have stopped making that window system a long time ago as I can tell it is way over 15-20 years old. Especially seeing as it is externally glazed. I would just try to bodge the damaged bead until you get round to...
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    Are all frames the same?

    Also meant to say you can ring me for advice if needed. David - AWM
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    Are all frames the same?

    The simple answer is that you will never get a straight answer from Safestyle... their reps don't know what they are on about because they are not experienced enough. Hard coat glazing cannot achieve A-rating; only soft coat glazing, together with warm edge spacer bars and argon filled air...
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    Windows :Would you replace or refurb?

    If you do refurb the windows make sure to replace the glass with a good form of Low-e glass such as pilkington Energi-care. As they are resealing the windows it is daft not to change for low-e glass. Installing low-e glass also helps to stop 'draughts' that occur due to the temperature of the...
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    Sliding doors

    I would install loft board, aka particle board, this is very strong and will take the weight; mdf just turns to cardboard mush if screwed into.
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    Excess condensation - trickle vent?

    When you say condensation on the inside of the outside window pane do you mean that it is single glazed with secondary glazing or is it a double glazed window? If it is single glazed then ventilation will help; however I would recommend changing the glass for energy efficient glass as this...
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    Old double glazing

    Do be careful to check if the glazing gaskets are different from the draugh excluder gaskets on the opening sashes.
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    Old double glazing

    Hi there, You will not be able to replace the seals on the windows, all upvc windows have different beading and seal fitments. Sealant could work for a short while but this would not be a long term fix, and obviously this cannot be used as a seal for the opening window draught seals. It...
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    Screwfix upvc windows

    From what I have seen they d not really cut the mustard. Minimum quality everything! You can pm me your sizes and syles ad I can work out what you should be paying for high quality materials. The main point is the glass that you buy as well as a high quality uPVC system.
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    Filling an external 20mm gap between window and brickwork

    Not really Robin, Personally I'd take them back out and address the brickwork so that you will get a tighter fit before trimming round the doors. It will be worth it in the long run and only take half a day.
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    Upvc sash in existing wooden box frame

    Hi there, No, this is not possble for many reasons. uPVC is rather linear in the way it is manufactured, it is extruded in set shapes. Other than that wooden sash windows operate by pulleys and upvc sash windows operate by coil springs. The second reason is that it would look terrible...
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    Replacing uPVC door only, reuse old frame?

    Both the handle and the glass unit are very easy to change. You simply need to remove the glazing bead from around the glass, a strong, thin knoife should be used, ideally a strong surved blade like what is used to scrape block paving. Then measure the glass height and width, remember to...
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