How Much Do New Sash Windows Cost?
The average cost of double glazed sash windows in the UK is £845, with double glazed wooden sash windows costing £1,015 on average. The most affordable material is uPVC, with an average cost of £675 per window.
Choice of frame material
Double-glazed uPVC sash windows costs are the least expensive of the three most popular materials available since this is easily produced and manufactured. uPVC is available in many different colours and finishes which you can select to best match your sash window design and the window surroundings. Once installed, it will last a long time and is highly weather-proof and resistant to corrosion and warping, even with little to no maintenance.
Aluminium starts at quite a higher price compared to uPVC but remains a popular choice given its distinct aesthetic appeal. While aluminium frames can add an especially modern touch to your home, they can still blend nicely with the traditional sash window design. If you’d like your window frames or glazing bars to be especially slim then aluminium is a great choice.
Sash windows with wooden frames are a classic combination that is the most traditional choice for sash windows. Hardwood (usually timber) has a timeless, luxurious quality that enrichens the visual impact of your windows. With that being said, double glazed wooden sash windows costs are the most expensive compared to uPVC and aluminium. Those looking for the most affordable alternative might be happy to know that uPVC can be coated with a wood grain finish that gives it the appearance of wooden windows, for a small fraction of wooden window prices.
Glass type
While double glazing provides security, weather resistance and energy efficiency, you can also choose a special type of glass that can enhance the quality of the glass in a number of ways. Here are some of the glass options that you can choose from with our sliding sash windows.
Toughened Glass
Toughened glass, or tempered glass, is strengthened through thermal treatment during production. Toughened windows provide added safety since the thickened glass protects against vandalism or forced entry. This glass also improves insulation and thermal efficiency.
Annealed glass
Annealed glass is more durable and resistant than standard glass. Although it’s not as durable as toughened glass, it is a far cheaper option, resulting in a cost effective alternative.
Low-E glass
Low-E, or low-emissivity glass, helps reduce heat loss since it has an ultra-thin coating that prevents heat from passing through it. This makes it an energy-efficient glass option popular for this living in especially colder climates.
Self-cleaning glass
Self-cleaning glass is a great option for windows that cannot be easily reached or windows that open outwards and restrict access to the outward-facing panel. That’s because, as its name implies, this glass stays clean by itself thanks to a transparent coating that breaks down dirt and debris. This is then washed away in the rain.
Hydrophilic self cleaning glass has the effects of a non stick frying pan, as it absorbs the surface so water can run off without streaking. Or, choose Photocatalytic self cleaning glass, which has an additional coating of titanium dioxide. It uses the sunlight to break down dirt on the glazing through a process of photocatalytic decomposition. This is a strong coating with a long lifespan.
Double glazing
While double-glazed sash window costs run higher than other window types, this generally applies to those seeking to fit new windows. If you are replacing old sash windows with double-glazed sash windows of the same size, then you may find that this will be less expensive than getting a new type of window, because the replacement windows can be fitted into the same structure.
Triple glazing
New and replacement windows in the UK must be double-glazed in order to comply with government-enforced efficiency standards. Some homeowners, however, especially those in cold climates, go one step further and install triple-glazed windows.
Triple glazing enhances all the benefits of double glazing since it reinforces your windows with another layer of glass. Therefore, your windows are more energy efficient and secure. They will also help to prevent outside noise disturbing you.
With that being said, the cost of triple-glazed windows will amount to more than double-glazed, up to 50% more in some cases.
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