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Glazing
Glazing is the glass part of a window or door. It includes how many panes and what coatings and gas fills are used.
Why it matters
Glazing choice affects comfort, noise, safety, and energy use.
Where people get this wrong
Double-pane is not always equal. Spacers, coatings, and gas fill matter. Triple-pane can be great, but the install and frame still matter.
Real-world example
A neighbor’s house stays quiet during traffic hours. That can be a glazing and frame combination doing its job.
Where this hits your build
This comes up during selections and installation. Performance depends on the product and the install. A good window installed poorly still leaks.
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