What is lowE Argon ?
Low E stands for low emissivity. Emissivity measures how much radiant heat is transferred through glass. Low E is a metallic coating on the inside glass pane of a sealed unit. This coating will help to reflect radiant heat back into your home (helps lower heating bills in the winter) and it will keep external sources of radiant heat outside (helps reduce cooling costs in the summer). The low E coating will also filter out approximately 50 percent of the UV and other harmful rays which will reduce fading of carpets and window coverings. For more information on Low E, check out Pilkington’s site. Argon is an insulating gas. Argon has greater insulating properties than air as well as being odourless and non-toxic. To find out more about Low E / Argon check out this informative article at taunton.com.
