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Missed Up Windows

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Calendargirl Fri 19-Jun-20 07:29:06

Most of the top windows in our conservatory have misted up, 15 years after installation. Look unsightly.

Has anyone experience of these firms who say they can clear the misted up ones? Or is it a case of replacing said windows?

Any thoughts would be appreciated.

vegansrock Fri 19-Jun-20 07:33:35

I assume you mean double glazed windows where the seal has blown and there is condensation between the panes? As far as I understand you have to replace the windows as these are factory sealed and the guarantee isn’t usually for more than 10 years.

Calendargirl Fri 19-Jun-20 07:39:01

Yes, vegansrock, you have explained it more succinctly than me!

I fear that it’s what you say, but in our local mag advertising different tradespeople, there’s always these ‘cloudy to clear’ claims, and just wondered if they do actually work.

craftyone Fri 19-Jun-20 07:41:18

you need to replace the glass panes

Marydoll Fri 19-Jun-20 07:45:55

I believe there are companies, who can replace the glass, with no need for new frames. Much less expensive.
My friend did this successfully and saved a fortune.

midgey Fri 19-Jun-20 08:11:03

I agree with Marydoll there are companies that specialise in this work. Google may be of great use!

GrannySomerset Fri 19-Jun-20 08:17:44

We had the glass in two of our garden room windows successfully replaced. Much cheaper than new windows.

tanith Fri 19-Jun-20 08:23:42

Absolutely correct that you need the glass panels replaced not the whole window. They have a tool which means the panes can be removed and replaced much easier. I’d go to a small local glazier and just ask them to do it.

Pantglas2 Fri 19-Jun-20 08:34:33

We have one small pane in the conservatory which has gone this year ( built 2002) and I can live with it until a few more go. Will then get a man in to replace the sealed units which is a cheaper job.

Ilovecheese Fri 19-Jun-20 09:49:47

We have had quite a few glass panels replaced, no need at all for new frames.

Calendargirl Fri 19-Jun-20 18:38:00

Thanks for all helpful replies. Will get things sorted when everything is a bit more normal.