Controlling cold and heat using cooling and heating systems is one of the reasons that shows the importance of windows. Windows are one of the main sources of energy waste. One of the solutions to solve this problem is to use double-glazed and triple-glazed windows.
The double-glazed window actually consists of a combination of two simple and single-glazed windows. Between the two layers of glass of this type of window is filled with an inert and noble gas, which is usually argon gas. Gas is a very good insulator for cold and heat and reduces energy waste.
Another advantage of using this type of window is reducing noise pollution. Currently, with the increase in urbanization and apartment living and severe noise pollution in cities, solutions to reduce noise pollution are very welcome. The use of double-glazed or triple-glazed windows greatly reduces noise pollution due to the presence of insulating gas in between.
To fill the gap between two glasses, as mentioned, argon gas is used in many cases, but other gases are also used. Argon gas is a noble gas. This means that it does not react with other elements. It is also an odorless, tasteless and non-flammable gas. That makes it a good choice for double-glazed windows. It is also easy and affordable to prepare.
90% of the space between the two panes of a double-paned window should be made of gas. When the percentage of this gas reaches below 75%, the gas must be changed between two glasses. Of course, don’t worry because a good quality double-glazed window will maintain its functionality for at least several years without any problems.
Types of upvc double-glazed windows based on opening type
Fixed window: This type of window is fixed and does not open.
One-way opening: The opening of this type of model opens only in one direction.
Two-mode opening: In this mode, the window can be opened from two different directions.
Rail sliding opening: The window opens as a rail.
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French opening
The advantages of the upvc double-glazed window and its reason and superiority for choosing
Upvc double-glazed window means double-glazed window with upvc profile in its frame. The advantages of using this type of window are as follows:
Heat and cold insulation and energy saving
Sound insulation due to the presence of an insulation layer in between
Cost effective and suitable
This type of profile was available
Ease, ease and speed of installation
Color stability and stability in different temperature and atmospheric conditions
Lighter weight than other materials such as wood, metal and aluminum and reducing the final weight of the building
Very good resistance to earthquakes
Preventing the passage of harmful ultraviolet light from the sun and filtering it
The ability to personalize by creating desired geometric and architectural designs on it
Resistant to natural events such as rain, storms, etc
No need to constantly paint and replace
Very high strength upvc profile
Simple and easy cleaning
unflamable
The gas between the glasses is odorless and colorless
A huge variety of openings and window models without construction restrictions
Prevent glass from sweating and condensation
The wide variety of colors of these types of windows
Functionality at the same time simplicity and eye-catching beauty
Waterproof
Resistant to insects such as termites
Can be recycled and returned to the cycle of use
UPVC’s poor heat transfer and heat and cold control
According to the things mentioned, this type of window has many and significant advantages that are superior to other windows in every way. That is why architects and designers always consider and choose upvc double-glazed windows for buildings today.
Disadvantages of using upvc double-glazed windows
Now that we have listed its advantages, it is time to examine its disadvantages from another point of view. In the following, we will discuss this issue so that we have checked all aspects in our choice. The disadvantages of using upvc double-glazed windows are as follows:
In very cold and very hot areas, more resistant profiles should be used than normal ones.
If a low-quality profile is used, after some time the profile will become brittle and change color.
You cannot use chemicals such as Vitex to clean and wash it because it causes chemical reactions that are harmful to the human body.
These cases were among the most important and significant disadvantages of using upvc double-glazed windows. As you can see, if quality uPVC is used and guidance is sought from specialists and experts in this work, there will be no other problem to use this type of window, except the problem of not being able to wash with Vitex. In the field of washing, there are many washing materials that can be used.
In fact, by comparing the advantages and disadvantages of using upvc double-glazed windows, you can understand why this type of window has been very popular among designers, architects, employers and customers for years. Also, against many advantages, there are only a few limited disadvantages that can be easily solved and replaced. That is why it has been and is the most popular door and window profile in the last few decades.