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  1. Jeff Belk
    May 14, 2014

    I have a question. What is Fibertec’s percentage difference between triple pane and double pane?
    I currently have quotes on double and triple pane for a well insulated home I am building but the triple pane cost is more that 40{a1e3408b28e349066677ffa6d2c9947b97125fce257a48f3930b2b2e7fae95d0} different from the double. I know triple pane has a much better U-value and comfort value but is it worth the 40{a1e3408b28e349066677ffa6d2c9947b97125fce257a48f3930b2b2e7fae95d0} upcharge?

    Jeff

    • admin
      May 23, 2014

      Hi Jeff,
      Out triple pane pricing vs our double pane is around a 15{a1e3408b28e349066677ffa6d2c9947b97125fce257a48f3930b2b2e7fae95d0} difference. One of the reasons the cost difference between the two products is so low is because our closed back frame was designed to easily hold a triple pane unit. Other companies use a double pane frame and try to put a heavier triple pane unit inside the same frame design and they find that their service issues increase, therefore dissuading customers from using triple pane units by increasing the pricing. Good triple pane windows also use a larger glazing pocket and increase the insulation value from R.3.5 to R 7.1. Companies that use the same glazing pocket only increase the insulation from R 3.5 to R 4.5.

      Fibertec Team

  2. William Fick
    November 27, 2014

    Hello. I found your website after the window guy at a local lumber store told me that triple-glazed is only available in casement windows and that the R-value improvement increases only a few points, because 3 panes are put in the same width space as the 2 would be in a double-glazed -that is, they contain more glass and less gas. I wanted triple-glazed, double-hung and side-sliding windows that give the true increased R-value -7 point something as I recall from your website. Is this possible? Is it advisable? The local guy said they would be too heavy to work. I thought the problem would be with casements, not the others.
    Thanks,
    Will

    • Fibertec Windows
      December 18, 2014

      Hi Will,
      We apologize for the long wait on a reply. In response to your inquiry, casements will give you a better energy rating than a sliding window or double hung due to the fact that you can increase the air space. The best way to increase the u-value of double hung tilt windows is to add krpypton because this gas usually works better in smaller spacers. When looking at the performance of a window, you must consider air infiltration as well. Any window that slides (double hung windows, side sliders) works on friction and will therefore have a poor air infiltration rate. Casement windows on the other hand are a compression sealing window and will give you a better air infiltration rate. Hope this answers your question.

      Fibertec Windows and Doors

  3. Tiara
    June 6, 2016

    Hi, I had a few questions, and I was wondering if you can answer them. My first question is what is the average cost per window if it was triple glazed therefore making it R-value. Also, I was hoping you can provide me with your resources so I’m able to use the information her for my project. Finally, if I were to quote your information properly I’m required to state your name. so if you don’t mind this information would be very much of use. If you can get back to me as soon as possible that would be very much appreciated Thank You.

    • Fibertec Windows
      June 7, 2016

      Hi Tiara,
      Your questions are a little unclear. If you have any questions about our products feel free to email us at sales@fibertec.com
      Thanks
      Fibertec Windows and Doors

  4. Olivier
    May 18, 2017

    What are your recommendations for triple glazing that is also soundproof? Note that I am specifically excluding double glazing or laminated glass solutions which I am aware are more efficient for soundproofing, but are not as thermally efficient.

    For example, one installer is suggesting to use 3 mm, 4 mm and 3 mm thick glass respectively in the sealed unit. What are the limits on the window frame? Is it possible to increase the thickness further, such as e.g. 3 mm – 6 mm – 3 mm?

    Thank you

    • Fibertec Windows
      May 19, 2017

      Hi Oliver,
      It seems to me that you are on the right track for determining a good way to apply soundproofing for your new/replacement windows. You mentioned that you are excluding laminated glass, which actually yields good sound transmittance ratings. Even in the case of laminated glass, you could use different glass thicknesses to achieve soundproofing which will essentially break the sound waves as they travel through the glass. You can definitely increase the thickness to 6mm to achieve better STC ratings.

      Fibertec Windows and Doors

  5. chi tiet
    December 19, 2017

    I blog quite often and I really appreciate your information. This article has truly peaked my interest.
    I will book mark your site and keep checking for
    new information about once a week. I subscribed to your Feed as well.

    • Fibertec Windows
      December 22, 2017

      Hi Chi,
      Thank you very much. We hope you continue to read our future blog posts

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