Fear of the costs of double glazing
September 12, 2011 by Tim
Filed under new building products, Renovating
Most people think double glazing is very expensive and it is true, it can be. When most people look at double glazing they get a glazier to quote. They normally wont fit double glazed units to existing windows, but instead replace the whole frame, leading to a cost of around $800 per square meter, or $16,000 for a normal house with 20 square metres of window. We reduce the price as follows:-
• If you have good quality wooden frames, you can use the existing frame. This halves the cost to $8,000 a house.
• We provide sufficient information to allow you to do the work yourself. While you need certain practical skills, equivalent to being able to construct a patio, it is well within the reach of the average DIY worker. This reduces the cost further to $5,000 a house.
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There are Benefits with Double Glazing
September 12, 2011 by Tim
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Windows are a big source of heat loss. Provided the house is well insulated and draught protected nearly 50% of heat loss is through the windows. While, quality curtains can reduce this heat loss, double glazing can halve it, leading to a 25% reduction in heat requirements. Because there are “fixed” energy sources this 25% reduction can lead to a 35% reduction in your heating bill. The average house uses 15 KWH of electricity each day. Most of this ends up as heat in the house. Each person generates 1 KWH of heat a day. Sun entering via windows can provide 10 KWH per day. Thus a 25% reduction in demand has a 35% reduction in the gap to be covered by heating.
In Summer, the benefits can be even higher. Assuming your house is well protected from direct sun and you cool the house down overnight, on most summer days in Victoria you don’t need to turn on the air conditioner until 3:00 pm. Double glazing can reduce heat gain by 25%, meaning that it will be around 4:30 or 5:00pm before there is any need for the air conditioner, almost eliminating the need for air conditioning.
There are other benefits as well. One is the reduction in noise. Windows are a major source of noise transmission and double glazing can make a considerable difference. A peaceful home is a comfortable home.
Another benefit, is the higher comfort level in the house. Most people find the optimum room temperature to be around 20 degrees. We tend to turn on the heater when it gets down to 18 degrees and turn on the cooling air conditioner at 24 degrees. Because double glazing, significantly reduces heat loss and heat gain, the home will remain closer to the optimum 20 degrees for a longer time. Temperatures are more even across the room, making for higher comfort levels.
Another benefit is that double glazing will eliminate (or significantly reduce) condensation on the inside of the window. Normally condensation forms when the inside glass drops to a temperature of 12 degrees. For a single glazed unit, this happens with an outside temperature of 8 degrees. In a double glazed unit, the inside glass will only reach 12 degrees when the outside temperature reaches 0 degrees. Not only do you avoid condensation on the windows, you also avoid water pooling on the window frame and likely damaging it.
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How does Masters compare to Bunnings
September 4, 2011 by Tim
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Masters home improvement stores have emphasis on comfort and interior decoration that is unknown to Bunnings. A Masters store is air conditioned thus warmer in winter, an entirely more comfortable all year round. Bunnings has some advantages in its 275 stores, the emphasis on cheapest prices, plus a “Hire out “department. Bunnings has a pretty good garden and Landscaping materials area. So does Masters.
Masters has the edge in its Homewares and Decorations area; with excellent prices for wall art, designer wallpaper. The designer lighting department is a delight to behold , given the wide range of products. Masters has a clear map layout, with easy access to the important paint and paint mixing area. So one can order the paint, set up the mixing, then tour the store, while it mixes. The Tools and hardware are consistent and easy to access.
In the Kitchens, and Kitchen design area, there are 11 fully laid out Kitchen designs, including the Appliances package. Masters appliances include fridges, washers, dryers, microwaves, stoves, all at excellent prices.
In the Bathroom area, Masters have design and excellent value in fixtures and fittings. I think you will find Masters is cleaner and more comfortable than Bunnings. Combine this with the excellent value for Lawnmowers, Ladders, wheelbarrows, windows, skylights, plumbing fittings and Kitchens and Bathrooms. I think you will be impressed with the new Masters store. The great value, comfort and customer service make shopping at Masters store, popular. While the products are value, plus better quality factors at Masters.
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Masters Home Improvement for Easy Renovating
September 2, 2011 by Tim
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Masters Home Improvement stores are a bit of a mix between a B&Q of UK, and Lowes of the USA. The claim is
1 Better service, from qualified, prompt, sales staff.
2 A broader range of quality products, with many imported, exclusive lines.
3 Better credit, the first 60 days interest free, via American Express, so avoid hefty late fees.
4 Next day delivery, free for items over $50.
5 Fiercely, competitive prices.
6 Fast self service, checkout for both Tradesmen and the public.
7 Discount for volume sales, an monthly discounts for Trades people.
8 Free Kitchen Profiles magazine.
Given my recent visit to the Masters store, I note: the terrific Masters displays in Lighting, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Storage, Windows, Tools, Outdoor Living and Home wares. Masters has a broader range of higher quality products than Bunnings. The Customer Service was very good, too.
In many areas, I noted the sharp prices were great for Mulch, fertilizer, Ladders, Wheelbarrows, herbs, flowering plants, washers, Dryers, Ovens, Hotplates, fridges, baths, windows, BBQs, plumbing fittings, Kitchens and Bathrooms.
Homebodies, will enjoy the Homewares, Lighting, Storage, Cleaning and Decorating areas, with their wide range of quality products at great value, too.
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New Masters stores opening for Home Renovating
August 30, 2011 by Tim
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The new Masters stores are now open at Braybrook, Victoria, Tingalpa, Qld, Ipswich,Qld, Nerang, Qld, Morayfield, Qld, Gregory Hills, NSW, Burnside, Vic in a few weeks, late September or October, 2011. One expectation is an undercutting of prices and an expanded offering of international brand products. Masters, will offer a wider range of furniture, kitchens, bathroom products, lighting, storage and plumbing, than Bunnings stores.
New stores are expected to open rapidly, including at Coolaroo, Baldivis, Mornington, Knoxfield, Keysborough, Oakleigh South, Bibra Lake, Rutherford, Forrestdale, Carrum Downs, Preston and Box Hill South. There will 150 new stores built over five years. Masters will include a McDonalds, McCafe to tempt hungry shoppers and builders. The wider range of 35,000 to 45,000 products will make the Masters more truly, a one stop shop.
There are 20 new Masters store under construction right now. Some to open soon, include, Majura Park, Canberra, ACT, Springfield, Qld, Upper Coomera Qld, Narellan, NSW, Cairns, Qld, Forrestdale, WA, delayed opening at Keysborough, Victoria. Ballarat, Pennant Hills, NSW, Gungahlin, ACT, Rutherford, NSW, in Hawthorn East,Victoria, Glynde, S.A. Masters will have some quality products ranges like self cleaning BBQs, dent proof Bamboo floors, large fabric disposable bins, an $129 truffle trees. Superior customer service is also suggested as a Masters feature. The stores are air-conditioned and have great customer service, like times paint mixing and alerts.
Masters has a great offer in Kitchens and Bathrooms, great value in the fixtures and fittings, plus many Bathroom an Kitchen displays.
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