Ultimate Energy Efficiency with FAB Triple Glazing Wirral
We use the best components to supply and install superior quality triple glazed windows that will boost your home’s appearance, security, and help lower heating costs.
Why Choose Our Triple Glazing
Is triple glazing worth choosing over double glazing? That is a question that confronts anyone looking to install new windows. Triple glazing features three panes of glass held together in a unit with two insulating air gaps, slowing down thermal transfer. The unit depth of our triple glazing units is a substantial 44mm, providing superior insulation compared to standard 28mm new double glazed window units.
Our triple glazed windows stand out in the market with an industry-leading low U-values, emphasising the ultra energy efficiency. Opting for triple glazing can contribute to much reduced energy bills and a smaller carbon footprint for Wirral households.
All our windows are crafted with high-quality components, including market-leading corner welds, a PCE gasket for superior weather tightness, an advanced multi-point locking system with powerbrace for enhanced security, and a trickle vent that noticeably reduces noise.
The performance of triple glazing relies on the quality of the installation. A heavy unit fitted poorly will fail. At FAB Home Improvements, our expert fitters understand the structural requirements of triple glazing, ensuring a perfect, long-lasting fit.
Triple Glazing Window Styles
We offer versatility with uPVC, wooden, and aluminium window frames. Design options include popular choices like casement, Tilt and Turn, and bay windows. The triple glazing is designed to suit various property types, from modern to traditional and period properties, ensuring homeowners can find options that match their preferences and architectural styles.
You don’t have to compromise on style to get superior performance. All our core window designs are available with our advanced triple-glazing specification.
White
White Woodgrain
Black
Cream
Golden
Rosewood
Anthracite Grey
White Woodgrain / White
Rosewood / White
Golden Oak / White
Chartwell Green / White
Anthracite Grey / White
Black / White
Silver Grey / White
Slate Grey / White
White Woodgrain / White
Agate Grey / White
Casement & Flush Casement Windows
- The Classic Choice: The most popular window style with our customers, available in uPVC, Aluminium, or Timber.
- Triple Glazing Benefit: The robust hinges on our casement frames easily support the heavier 44mm triple-glazed units, ensuring smooth operation without sagging. The flush option offers clean lines perfect for modern Wirral homes.
Tilt and Turn Windows
- Versatile Functionality: Tilt inwards for secure ventilation or swing open fully for easy cleaning.
- Triple Glazing Benefit: Ideal for larger apertures. The substantial frame profile of a tilt & turn window naturally complements the thicker triple-glazed unit, offering exceptional acoustic dampening for homes near busy roads.
Sliding Sash Windows
- Heritage Aesthetics: Maintain the charm of your Victorian, Edwardian or Georgian property with modern thermal benefits.
- Triple Glazing Benefit: We use heavy-duty balances to manage the extra weight of the glass, ensuring your sash windows glide effortlessly while delivering modern insulation standards.
Bay and Bow Windows
- Space & Light: Create a stunning focal point that adds volume to your room.
- Triple Glazing Benefit: Bay windows have a large surface area which can lead to heat loss. Triple glazing turns these potential cold spots into warm, usable spaces year-round.
Advantages of Triple Glazing
Beyond just being warmer, triple glazing offers noticeable improvements over most standard double glazing. Our double glazing installers Wirral can help with double and triple glazing installations.
Exceptional Thermal Efficiency
With a U-value ranging from around 0.6 to 0.80 W/m²K, triple glazed windows retain up to 40% more heat than standard A-rated double glazing, resulting in significant energy savings.
Superior Noise Reduction
The three glass panes and gas-filled cavity between them acts as an extra sound buffer, significantly improving sound insulation and reducing noise.
Enhanced Security
Three layers of glass are naturally harder to break than two. When combined with our multi-point locking systems and internal beading, your home becomes highly secure.
Condensation Control
The internal pane of glass stays much warmer than it would in a double-glazed unit, virtually eliminating internal condensation and the associated mould risks.
Disadvantages of Triple Glazing
Is triple glazing right for you? While new and replacement windows are an investment, it is vital to know whether there are any disadvantages of installing triple glazing.
- Higher Initial Cost: Triple glazing typically costs 30-50% more than double glazing due to the extra materials and manufacturing complexity. The payback period via energy savings is longer, so it is often a choice for comfort rather than quick financial return.
- Reduced Solar Gain: Because the units are so good at insulating, they also block a bit more of the sun’s natural heat (solar gain) from entering your home. In south-facing rooms, this can actually be a benefit by preventing overheating in summer, but it means less "free heat" in winter.
- Heavier Weight: Triple glazed units are significantly heavier. They require robust, high-quality hardware and strong frames (which we always supply) to ensure they operate correctly. They may not be suitable for some lightweight retro-fit scenarios without structural reinforcement.
| Scenario | Recommendation | Why? |
|---|---|---|
| North-facing / Cold Rooms |
Triple Glazing | Eliminates cold spots and condensation. |
| External Noise | Triple Glazing | Superior acoustic disruption |
| Standard Replacement | Double Glazing | Best balance of cost vs. performance |
| Budget Conscious | Double Glazing | Lower initial outlay, still highly efficient |
| Eco-Build | Triple Glazing | Essential for ultra-low U-value requirements. |
Double or Triple Glazing?
Not sure whether triple glazing is the right choice for you? Choosing between double and triple glazing isn’t just about finding the lowest U-value; it is about solving specific problems in your home.
Triple glazing makes sense if at least one of the following apply:
Your priority is comfort in “hard-to-heat” rooms: If you have a north-facing living room or a bedroom with large windows that feels permanently chilly despite the heating being on, triple glazing is an excellent solution. The internal pane of a triple-glazed unit remains significantly warmer than that of a double-glazed window.
Noise reduction is important to you: If you live in an area that is noisy, whether due to traffic, neighbours or something else, standard double glazing often isn’t enough to block the noise. The extra pane of glass and the additional gas-filled cavity act as a dampener, disrupting sound waves more effectively than a standard dual-pane setup.
You have long-term goals for the property. If you are building a home or replacing windows in a property you intend to stay in long term or are aiming to have a more energy efficient home for environmental or energy cost reasons, triple glazing is the logical step. While the upfront cost is higher—typically 30-50% more than double glazing—it better protects your home against future energy price hikes.
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