😁 just came to say I love the user name. Very clever!

@@sandis8436 I was a thumb and two fingers journalist for decades and when writing I said it a lot.

@@sandis8436 nice, took me a second

Mate, do it on the outside as well.

Unlucky mate

does bunnings do it?

Ah yeah, sliding windows..bummer mate.

Metal conducts though? And a draft might get through..velcro??

@@user-pf5xq3lq8i the tape is only 1mm thick and 8mm wide, so the difference in thermal conductivity of this and silicone is negligible. I do not know why you are talking about velcro, this appears to be your suggestion..??

Use real double glazing then. It will do all that.

The Argon makes it better, but any gap will produce noticeable insulative effect.

Stick a uv filter on the glass. Job done.

Hi Dave, the reason is surface tension. With large spans, you may get slight surface deformation with a thinner substrate. The thermal properties of 4.5mm acrylic are slightly better also.

@@epheenergy Thanks for your prompt reply. 👍

I'm very interested in what you said "mount the acrylic panel", what do you mean by that ? I want to add another double glazed window to my sauna to improve it's insulation, if you have tips I'm all ears :D

@@captainnoyaux magnetic strips

@@booneyinc9515 Thanks for your reply I'll check that

I did this to a window and it significantly reduced noise from the street.

where did you buy it ? any material suggestions ? like aluminum or fiberglass ? , any trustable brand ?

You say this like it's an option for most people, lol. Removing old windows and fitting new is a skilled job that requires a lot of equipment, especially if you are doing it above the first floor. It's not like doing some DIY decorating.

no, the acrylic will melt to your body insulating you from the flames.

@@dinoz85 thanks man. Like a big walking candle!

That's not a bad idea, but I don't know how easy it will be to remove. Let us know how you get on. If it does not work, search for "Magnetic Tape & Steel Tape Secondary Glazing".

How did the cable channel go???? I am planning to do this too

@@steveandtedssmallspacegard8587 I am pleased with the results! As the cable channel has a clip-on side, I can remove the perspex part to clean it. Which is good, as on one window I left some plastic sawdust inside. I also added two small 'L' shaped hooks to the top the bottom to take the weight of the perspex and ensure it could not fall off. Important as my windows are smaller meaning the perspex does not rest on the ground. For me adding hooks also makes it easier to mount the frame as it rests in the lower hooks. The cable channel comes with double-sided tape already fitted, so I did not need to use sealant. I bought what looks like the same tape you use for the visible side to fix the perspex to the cable channel. Used use 4mm perspex which is perfect as my windows are smaller. Grab a flight to the South of France and I will show you the finished result! Thanks for your idea in the first place. www.amazon.fr/dp/B07W4KWCH8

How did it go mate? Answer of show a video ffs!

@@user-pf5xq3lq8i Do explain how I'm supposed to post a video reply ffs Mt window panels have been up for over a year. I used two small hooks top and bottom to support the 4mm acrylic panels is used.

Also, acrylic will yellow with time if any UV gets through the glass. Polycarbonate will not.

Magnetic tape. Tried and tested. Allows you to remove the panels and store them behind a wardrobe when not in use.

@@Factory051 air tight ?

@@eurovisie2010 almost.

Good enough

Argon gas only increases performance by about 15%, it's certainly a worthwhile benefit, but not a deal-breaker.

You can buy a tank of argon gas and drill two tiny holes at the bottom of the window (because argon rises compared to air) and feed the argon into one of the holes (while letting the air out the other hole); then plug both holes This is all theory to me; never tried it

Argon is heavier than air

same

on the contrary, sound proofing is enhanced. Scratches cn be eased out with a heat gun but be careful to look at videos for the technique

I did this to a window and it significantly reduced the noise from the street.

yes

You know how important sleep is. Do it to the outside of the window as well.

A local rubber retailer will be able to recommend a suitable material.

Hi Nicholas, clarity is excellent, unnoticeable when positioned next to glass and much easier to work with on a DIY level.

@@epheenergy thanks so much. Does condensation get caught in the cavity? I’m a a very cold climate in Tas

@@epheenergy I think it looks great & would perform well. Can you explain how you deal with the SLIDING DOOR that was to the right of the fixed window you "glazed"?

Absolutely no condensation to report on. Conditions have been +10 degrees of humid air inside with condensation on the single pane glass and no issues with the secondary glazed system. Air gap seal is key and I'll follow up with a performance review during Winter.

@@epheenergy Would it be better to install this when the air is drier e.g. summer to avoid moisture being trapped between the panes?

@@epheenergy Did you do the performance review?

Good idea, or wipe it with alcohol first??

You can cut a rebate into timber framed, double hung windows to fit a second pane but the added weight in some instances may cause a safety hazard. I'll be relying on heavy drapes with pelmets in Winter for windows that don't suit this method of secondary glazing.