It is the fisrt time since i have had my new windows that condensation has appeared on the inside and outside of my large window. I know that temperature changes affect how much condensation is on the window but i thought double-glazed was supposed to eliminate condensation?
2006-10-11 21:33:39 · 6 answers · asked by Biblicon5 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
Condensation happens any time warm, humid air comes into contact with a cold surface.
Double glazed windows tend to stay warmer on the interior pane of glass due to the trapped air between panes.
However, if the air in the house is damp, condensation is still possible. Try ventilation, or a dehumidifier.
2006-10-11 22:35:20 · answer #1 · answered by Munster 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Double glazing doesn't eliminate condensation - it just makes it less likely as the air cavity in the double glazing acts as insulation, keeping the inside pane of the glazing unit warmer than the outside pane.
Check that the condensation isn't on the inside of the glazing unit as this means that the double glazing seal is broken. If it is, call the company that installed the window to get them to replace or fix it as a double glazing unit with a broken seal is absolutely useless at insulating.
2006-10-11 21:42:13 · answer #2 · answered by k² 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Double glazing doesn't cure condensation, in fact, it can make it worse because condensation is caused by a lack of ventilation in a warm humid environment where there is a colder surface.
It's very unusual that you should get condensation on the outside of the window, check that it's not actually trapped between the two panes of glass. If it is, then the unit is defective and you should get it replaced. If this window feels colder to the touch than the others then that would also indicate a defect.
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2006-10-11 21:35:08 · answer #3 · answered by GoogleRules 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Have your windows got trickle vents? These allows a small flow of air if required and would eliminate the condensation. You need to leave them open as much as possible or put the smallest window on the second catch so it is locked but open a bit.
2006-10-11 21:44:03 · answer #4 · answered by Sarah (31/UK) 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You still need ventilation and you may have too much moisture in the house, anyway. Apart from the fact UPVC double glazing is crap, you may have been better off with good quality single glazing.
2006-10-11 21:38:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I use a dehumidfyer in my house, it helps very much. I use the water it extracts to water my plants!
2006-10-11 21:43:40 · answer #6 · answered by Ice Queen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋