Why does the Council refuse to condone any form of sympathetic (non UPVC) double glazing, especially in view of the fact that it is mandatory in new buildings and is shown to reduce heat loss?
Secondary glazing is considered to be old-fashioned and dirty and creates an additional barrier to safe exit in case of fire. CB: The Building Regulations apply to all new windows, but the law provides for exceptions in conservation areas. Many types of window dont take double glazing because the existing glazing bars are too narrow and it would affect the look of the window, but it might be possible there are a few double-glazed windows on the estate. Put in an application and they will review it and give specific advice. TM: Good firms can produce units suited to many types of Brentham window; its important to look at examples of their work. (The Brentham Society cant recommend firms, but can keep a list of known tradesmen and pass that on.). RC: The heat-saving benefit is questionable. Most heat loss is through the gaps, not the glass, and draught exclusion will cure this and reduce heating bills. Double glazing also has a different reflection effect and changes the appearance and c
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