why do my new double glazed windows steam up on the outside?

You're very welcome Mr. Smith.

Kev
October 2010

Thank you Kev. The windows are from Magnet so I really hoped for good quality. You put my mind at rest.

GSmith
October 2010

If your glazier has used the very latest generation of Pilks energikare glass in the installation it is a known and accepted phoenomenen, and is caused by the excellent insulating properties of the glass. It has been common in Scandanavia for many years, and is not a fault. Older types of glazing used to let residual heat pass through from inside to out, but K coated and argon filled units let a miniscule amount through, hence the condensation on the outside proving your double glazing is top notch and doing what its supposed to. Rest assured, its not a fault. Kev

Kev
October 2010