Are Triple Pane Pella Windows That Much Better Than Double Pane
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Pella window condensation between panes
Comments (15)I am also having the same issue about condensation. I am also running out of solutions and would like more options for resolving the problem. I live in southern Ontario. We experience extreme temperature differences in both the summer and winter. Some of my windows were installed in 1994 and some in 2004. To be clear I have the triple pane system which includes a sealed double pane window with a removable 3rd panel. I have the Pella blinds between the sealed double pane portion and the removable pane. The condensation is occurring between the sealed unit and the removable panel. I do not have condensation in the sealed double pane portion of the window. The condensation problem only occurs in the summertime. Pella explains that you must keep the breather (vent) holes clean. The original post by Bsman36 refers to how the breather holes are kept faithfully clear to allow for moisture to get out, but the moisture remains. SusanM05 also referenced in the original post also refers to this. I have several questions; 1. My vent holes appear to be clean on the inside. But when I try to slip a wire through the vent holes the wire does not go through to the outside; so how do you know if the vent holes are clean. The vent holes do not appear to be accessible from the outside. Another owner of Pella windows explained to me that he uses an air compressor to clean out the vent holes to get around the corners. I will try this but how do you know if the vent holes are in fact clean? 2. Another suggestion made was that the wood frame may be absorbing the moisture and then re releasing the moisture back into the space between the glass panels when there is a temperature/humidity difference; but if this is the case does it make sense that I would only have the problem in the summertime and not in the extreme winters? 3. In an old ownerâÂÂs manual the following statement is made on how to eliminate summertime condensation between the Pella glass designer series. â Between the glass condensation may occur on the exterior of the hinge glass panel if the inside ear is very cool as a result of air-conditioning and humidity outside is extremely high. If this weather condition is not temporary plug the breather holes for the summer season or raise the indoor temperature. Contact the Pella Window and Door store nearest you for a set of Pella breather hole plugs.â Has anyone had any success resolving this problem with the use of the breather plugs? This is the opposite of keeping the breather holes clear; but, this solution is only is only to be used If this weather condition is not temporary. I am not sure how practical this solution is as the temperatures fluctuates daily.The problem is worst on days of extreme temperatures/humidity differences inside the house and outside....See Moresingle pane with storm VS insulated double pane
Comments (2)There is no comparison in terms of energy efficiency. Other than "Architectural Integrity" I can't imagine a good reason why anyone would install new single pane glass with a storm window instead of double pane insulated glass with argon gas filled panes and Low E coatings. In some regions people should be seriously looking at triple pane insulated glass, Low E glass with krypton gas. Consider the reality of heating and cooling costs in the future....See MoreSchuco Triple Pane Windows?
Comments (23)Your choice of the Schuco window is fabulous. I've been one of the Pro's on the forum posted above and it's sister board for a long time. The Schuco window has been window of the year many times over. It's German design has established a new look with great ratings in our industry. The window is manufactured with high standards in design, functionality and performance. The inline slider they have is a marvel of the industry. Schuco has the lowest U-value in the industry due in part to their exclusive TPS (Thermo Plastic Spacer) seamless spacer system and 99.9% Krypton filling system. It's a warm edge IG sealing system, which is exclusive to Schuco. I also agree with Skydawggy on your pricing. At $550 a hole your getting the best window in the industry at half the price it's going for around the nation. But keep in mind the window is only as good as the installer. We preach this to everyone across the land. It's hard to know if they're done properly for the standard consumer. Just make sure everything is to your satisfaction before making that final payment....See Moretriple pane or double pane?
Comments (7)Hi toddinmn and windowsonwashington, Thanks for your advice. As discussed in another posting, we have received conflicting advice as to the best SHCG on the south windows. First a saleman from Inline, then one from Fibertec recommended soft coat on the south windows (so a lower SHGC). We have no overhang planned in the addition, awnings nor mature trees. The air conditioner runs often in the summer. I plan to call Cardinal glass for their take on what coating is best in our situation as suggested by windowsonwashington. I did not look too much at the eternity line from Inline, as we want casement windows, and I believe the eternity line is well made double hung windows. Any more opinions on double pane versus single? BTW the price of the windows including jam extensions, brick mould, false sashes, delivery and nasty taxes is coming in at around $22 000 for 24 windows and one french door (some of the windows are large and have more than one operable window). Thanks for your help. Carol...See Moresnowlover13
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