Product Description

Thermawood Retro-fit creates a unique dry glazing system for double glazing your existing timber windows and doors in your home. The system is designed to fit any wooden joinery and can be used in a number of configurations.

Thermawood Retro-fit Double Glazing remains substantially warmer than single glazing and allows you to maintain the original character aesthetic of your home while adding value to your property and saving money on energy costs.

Technical and Environmental Benefits

• Thermawood Reduces Condensation:  The benefits of the double glazed unit are enhanced by the fact the timber frame provides good insulation around the edges. Combining this with upgraded insulation around the home can help deliver a warmer, dryer and healthier indoor environment.
• Low E Glass for Maximum Effect:  For maximum effects, Low E (low Emissivity) Glass and Argon gas in the IGU is recommended. This will dramatically improve warmth and reduce energy costs by significant amounts when compared to a standard glass unit.
• The product is suitable for use in Homestar projects:   when retrofitting a home to perform to a higher environmental benchmark. Thermawood can help pass the mandatory minimum performance levels in glazing to aim for 7 stars or above as well to maximize window thermal performance. 

Manufacturer and Supplier Information - Thermawood

Retrofit New Zealand Limited (Thermawood) is the one of the leaders in retrofitting existing timber joinery. They are committed to an industry-best sustainably policy governing all operations. Their purpose is to bridge the gap between manufacturers of sustainable building solutions. They operate as an organization focused on providing clients and the wider community with responsible, cost effective timber retrofitting solutions. Long term sustainability, as well as the cost saving benefits of lowering consumption and utilizing efficient double glazing is practiced within Thermawood on a daily basis. They are also able to assist with reducing energy consumption by maximum level of thermo-comfort for New Zealanders at work, home or play.

Application and Purpose