3 Benefits of Installing Argon-Filled Double-Glazed Windows

16 May 2017
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

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If you have decided to install double-glazed windows in your home, then you will be faced with a choice between air-filled and argon-filled windows. Choosing to fill the space between the panes of glass with air or argon gas can make a big difference. While argon-filled windows are more expensive than windows which use air, they offer a wide range of benefits which air-filled windows do not provide. Below is a short guide to 3 benefits of choosing argon-filled double-glazed windows over their air-filled counterparts.

Argon-filled windows are more efficient than air-filled windows

One of the main attractions of installing double-glazed windows is that the space between the panes of glass helps to reduce heat loss from inside your home and helps to insulate the interior from the environment outside. This action helps to reduce your heating bills. Argon gas is denser than air. This increased density means that the gas acts as a much more effective barrier, which prevents the transfer of heat, allowing you to maximise the efficiency of your new double-glazed windows.

Argon-filled windows offer improved soundproofing

The greater density of argon compared to air also provides improved soundproofing for your home, which can make a big difference if you live near a busy highway, airport or other noisy environments. Because the molecules of argon gas are packed closely together, they form an effective barrier against the transmission of sound waves, as they absorb a large amount of the kinetic energy, dampening the sound.

Argon-filled windows do not require as much maintenance as air-filled windows

Unlike air, which contains the reactive gases oxygen and nitrogen, argon is a completely inert gas. This means that argon will not react if it comes into contact with other chemical elements. If the seal on your window becomes compromised, an argon-filled window will not react to trigger the formation of rust or corrosion as would happen with an air-filled window. 

Another benefit of argon gas is that it will not expand or contract in the same way air will when exposed to changing temperatures. When air-filled windows expand and contract, pressure is generated, which can stress the window glass and seals.

If you would like to find out more about the many benefits of installing argon-filled double glazing on your home, you should contact a professional window supplier and installer today. They will be happy to discuss your needs before carrying out any necessary work.