You may be surprised by the number of glass options for your new windows, and it is important to understand which would be best suited for your requirements. Standard glass is called ‘Low E’ and is a great all round option for energy efficiency. Low Iron glass offers high clarity and energy efficiency. Toughened glass is five times stronger than regular glass and laminated glass, contains a plastic interlayer offering better insulation and resistance against damage.

Double-glazed windows comprise of two panes of glass that are separated by a spacer bar. The layer of air or gas sandwiched between the panes provides an insulation barrier against noise and heat loss, helping you to maintain a warmer, quieter home.

There is no reason why quality windows can’t last for the lifetime of the property if well maintained. However, not all windows are created equally, for example timber windows will require some maintenance to maintain paintwork. Invariably this comes down to personal preference lower quality windows for example may have no gas between the panes limiting their effectiveness at reducing warmth in a room. Others may use poor quality seals which perish and result in draughts after around 10 years.

At M.R.Windows we offer a beautiful range of colours and natural woodgrain finishes, so there is a perfect colour to suit every property. Colours range from the traditional white uPVC finish, through to Chartwell Green and ultra-contemporary anthracite grey or black. Add a modern twist to your windows, with dual colours, complementing the inside and outside of your home.

Condensation is caused by a temperature difference between the outside and the inside of the window – the colder side will attract any available moisture in the local atmosphere. It can appear on both the interior and exterior of a window. New windows really should solve the problem by reducing the exterior and interior temperature difference on the glass. The risk can be reduced further by increasing air circulation.

Using double glazing in your home can reduce the energy of sound waves and help reduce the volume of external noise from entering your home. By coupling double glazed units with Acoustic glass you can increase sound proofing further. This can make a significant difference when you suffer with noise pollution.

The cost of new windows is dependent on so many factors such as style and materials. Many websites do offer lists of prices of their double glazed windows, but these are usually the cost for a basic off-the-shelf window and often without the cost of installation. At M.R.Windows, our products are made-to-measure and customised to your taste and home, which is why you won’t find a price online as there are too many contributing factors.