Misted Glass Replacement in Cardiff
Decorative Glass & Glazing Co Ltd Misted Glass Replacement Services in Cardiff
If you need misted glass replacement or a glass repair service in Cardiff or the wider South Wales area, look no further than the Decorative Glass & Glazing. We pride ourselves on our reputation of fast, efficient, and reliable services.
We offer free quotations on all work and are highly recommended by our customers.
Misted Glass Replacement Reduces Waste
From time to time, you’ll find that your glass units will have to be changed due to moisture or breakage. A lot of problems are caused by the weather the unit is exposed to through its lifetime.
The heat from the sun will cause the air within the unit to expand. This constant expansion and contraction will force the seals apart, causing moisture to get sucked in when the seals eventually fail. All our sealed units have a dual seal, which helps prolong its lifetime. During winter months, the opposite can occur. When the pressure is greater on the outside, the unit can implode.
Whether your glass is in a window, door or roof, whether its energy efficient, acoustic, anti-sun or a stained glass, Decorative Glass & Glazing Co Ltd can suit your requirements and provide a clean, quick, and efficient service
When Should I Replace My Misted Glass?
The first signs of misting on double glazed units occur when a visible fog patch forms on the inner face of the glass unit. This can go undetected for a while, but when the misting becomes obvious and obstructs your view, it is recommended that the unit be changed.
Why Choose Decorative Glass & Glazing Co Ltd For All Your Misted Glass Requirements?
If you are considering misted glass replacement or glass repair in Cardiff or wider South Wales area, look no further than Decorative Glass & Glazing Co Ltd.
We pride ourselves on our fast, efficient and reliable services. We offer free quotations on all of our work and come highly recommended by our customers.
In trade terms, a misted glass is referred to as ‘broken down’ glass. Broken down double glazing units can be caused by premature failure of the perimeter seal, which is sometimes due to a manufacturing fault or an installation error. The moisture can be difficult to spot until exposed by sunlight or another heat source. The heat causes the moisture to build up inside the double glazing unit. An inspection by a trained glass expert will find out if the misting problem can be traced to the seal, rather than the glass itself.
At times it may be necessary to replace the perimeter seal or frame, while keeping the original frame.
Frequently Asked Questions
Misted glass has absolutely nothing to do with the frame, it’s far more likely that there is an issue with the sealant or glass. As long as the frame is in good condition with no chips or cracks, a misted window can be fixed by replacing the sealed glass unit. The window frame does not need to be replaced.
Replacing a glass unit is not overly complicated, but you still need the help of professionals who have the right tools. It’s a case of stripping the window frame back, removing the sealants, taking the damaged glazing unit out and replacing it. Decorative Glass & Glazing use specialist equipment and are trained to the highest possible standards, give us a call for further information.
Despite their durability, sealed double-glazed units have a limited life span. The seal will ultimately fail, causing mist to form between the two panes of glass. This may not happen for up to 30 years. According to some experts, a reasonable life expectancy is 20 years.
