A lighter, brighter home Our low-E glass for retrofit double glazing has a clear metallic coating that keeps the heat locked inside the home without sacrificing natural light. And, with 81% light transmission, it is the clearest Low-E glass available in New Zealand. Warm room Always stay warm Heat loss can be reduced by up to 80% using our retrofit system. The combination of low-e glass within a double-glazed glass unit with argon gas provides the ultimate solution for all homes, ensuring you’ll always be warm in your home. Comfortable room An easy choice Using our premium low-e glass, you will save 52% on electricity compared to standard double glazing. Capturing and trapping the suns heat and light allows your family to be more comfortable in a much more economical way. Reduced Condensation Reduced Condensation Viridian Retrofit double glazing will help significantly reduce condensation on your windows. This saves you all the hassle wiping and drying off your windows and window sills. Lower Heating Costs Lower Heating Costs Because Viridian Retrofit double glazing helps reduce heat that is lost through your windows, your home will stay warmer and you can enjoy the added benefit of lower heating costs. Reduced Noise Reduced Noise Viridian Retrofit double glazing provides better noise reduction than single glazing. By reducing the amount of outside noise that enters your home you can have a quieter and more peaceful interior.
What is the Cost of Retrofitting? This is a question we get asked a lot! Retrofit double glazing costs can range from $350 per pane to $800. There are many factors that need to be considered by our team. Age of existing joinery, the type of glass required, whether scaffolding is required, and of course, the size of your windows.
Are there different Glass Types? As a home owner, you have many different options for choosing the right type of glass for your home. Our most popular option by far is LightBridge, a clear double-glazed unit that has Low-E glass, an invisible metallic coating that keeps warm air inside your home. Use our FREE online glass calculator to help you find the right glass for your window
Up to 50% of heat is lost through your windows and doors Choosing the right Low E glass can make a real difference to your comfort, keeping you warm in winter, cooler in summer and reducing your power bills.
How can double glazing reduce my power bills? Retrofitting is a smart investment tailored to your home. With the right Low E in your double glazing, you can maintain a more consistent temperature year round. Choosing Low E with your double glazing solution provides the following key benefits that lead to less energy consumption, and reduced monthly power bills helping the environment. Warmer home in winter - our Xtreme™ Low E glass gives your home up to 79% better heat retention compared to single glazing, keeping the heat inside and the cold outside - meaning less need for heaters and heat pumps. A cooler home in summer - when you choose a Low E glass with solar control properties, it minimises solar heat gain from the sun coming through your windows. This reduces the potential of overheating in summer while providing insulation to keep your home warm in winter. With less need for cooling appliances like air conditioners, you’ll save on power bills and reduce your environmental impact. - Check out our solar control range here. Reduced condensation. Condensation is that “crying look” that single glazed windows get. This is a serious problem as it causes mould and mildew, and damages your family's health. Using Low E glass with proper ventilation provides effective thermal insulation, keeping warmth inside and creating a dry, comfortable home. This reduces the likelihood of condensation on windows and minimises the need for dehumidifiers—helping lower your power bills. Better resale value of your home. Having a more thermally efficient home can improve the feel of the home and reduce its energy usage decreasing power bills.
What is Retrofit Double Glazing? Retrofit Double Glazing is the process of removing a single pane of glass and replacing it with thermally efficient Low-E double glazing. Low-E double glazing has an invisible metallic coating on the inside of the glass that reflects heat inside your home, keeping you warm all yea
How does Low E work? Get my free quote View other benefits of retrofit double glazing How can double glazing reduce my power bills? Retrofitting is a smart investment tailored to your home. With the right Low E in your double glazing, you can maintain a more consistent temperature year round. Choosing Low E with your double glazing solution provides the following key benefits that lead to less energy consumption, and reduced monthly power bills helping the environment. Warmer home in winter - our Xtreme™ Low E glass gives your home up to 79% better heat retention compared to single glazing, keeping the heat inside and the cold outside - meaning less need for heaters and heat pumps. A cooler home in summer - when you choose a Low E glass with solar control properties, it minimises solar heat gain from the sun coming through your windows. This reduces the potential of overheating in summer while providing insulation to keep your home warm in winter. With less need for cooling appliances like air conditioners, you’ll save on power bills and reduce your environmental impact. - Check out our solar control range here. Reduced condensation. Condensation is that “crying look” that single glazed windows get. This is a serious problem as it causes mould and mildew, and damages your family's health. Using Low E glass with proper ventilation provides effective thermal insulation, keeping warmth inside and creating a dry, comfortable home. This reduces the likelihood of condensation on windows and minimises the need for dehumidifiers—helping lower your power bills. Better resale value of your home. Having a more thermally efficient home can improve the feel of the home and reduce its energy usage decreasing power bills. How does Low E work? Low E glass (short for Low Emissivity glass), is very energy efficient with a special coating that lets in natural light while retaining heat inside and alleviating unwanted solar heat to help maintain indoor comfort levels. Our selection of Low E glass is tailored to New Zealand conditions, offering a variety of performance benefits such as reducing heat loss, solar control, natural light levels, noise, fading and glare reduction. We have a range to cater to your specific priorities. The diagram below shows how Low E works
What is retrofit?Retrofitting is the process of upgrading your single glazing to new double glazing.Choosing to retrofit can help you save on your renovation budget. Instead of completely replacing your window which can be expensive, we replace your existing single glazed glass with a new factory sealed energy efficient double glazed unit, making retrofit a more affordable choice.Our process involves making minor adjustments to the frame (such as a new aluminium or timber bead) to account for the new double glazed unit. The aesthetics look virtually the same allowing you to retain the character of your home.Our double glazed units are factory sealed and then installed onsite. We do not use your existing glass. The process is relatively quick and hassle-free, leaving you to enjoy the comforts of your new double glazing.You can combine our high performance Low E technology with your double glazing for the ultimate energy efficient solution. This means there is less need for heating and cooling appliances, helping you reduce energy consumption and power bills.For example, with our advanced Low E technology you can get up to 79%* better heat retention compared to single glazing, keeping your home warmer and drier in winter.If you live in areas prone to overheating in the hot summer months we have solar control glass options that can reduce up to 74%* of the sun's heat, helping keep your home cooler in summer.Other lower-cost alternatives may be confused with Retrofit double glazing. Retrofit double glazing is a permanent replacement for single glazing, not a “clip-on” addition. It is a factory-sealed double glazed unit (as would be used in a new builds), fitted into your existing frames. Unlike a clip-on solution, our double glazed units are purpose-built and able to be tailored for each individual homes needs.*compared to single glazing
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