Long gone are the days when we would open a few windows to manage the heat in the house. With major developments in window frame and glass technology, the ability of new windows and doors to manage summer heat, has improved dramatically.
Double glazed windows are often discussed in winter to emphasise benefits of keeping the heat inside. Regular conversations about keeping the heat out in summer time are just as important.
A hot house in summer can make every day living uncomfortable and getting to sleep at night nearly impossible!. One of the benefits of fitting new double glazed windows and doors is the ability to reduce the amount of heat coming into the home and making the internal environment a lot more comfortable.
This is achieved using upgraded insulated glass units and managing aspects of the window frame. A lighter coloured frame will attract less heat and new design technology within the frames, reduce the heat transfer from outside to inside. The options for insulated glass units are endless. The unit usually involves two pieces of glass separated by a spacer. The glass can be coated with low E film to reflect the heat back to the outside. The space between the glass can be filled with different types of inert gas, to provide another layer that reduces the heat transfer from outside to inside. The spacer has also been improved to prevent air and moisture getting into the internal space.
The design of the windows will also make a difference. As heat rises, the use of smaller awning windows above doors or set higher on walls, will allow for heat to move outside and encourage the cooler air to fill the space left behind, reducing the internal temperature.
For more advice on how to manage summer heat, talk to our friendly team. They can provide more technical details and advise on the best type of windows and doors for different situations.