I'm currently trying to decide on the type of window to put into my house. I like the idea of Alu-clad and have come across two types
1. a wooden window with alu-cladding on the external wooden part
2. a window with wood on the inside only and aluminium on the outside, with the two material separated (more or less) by the glass.
Now both windows have similar u-values, which i would imagine is the main consideration. Is this correct?
The first option is nicer looking (with a price to match!) but am wondering if there is anything else that I should be aware of before making my decision i.e. is option 2 a poorer option for our climate
Thanks in advance for any useful pointers
1. a wooden window with alu-cladding on the external wooden part
2. a window with wood on the inside only and aluminium on the outside, with the two material separated (more or less) by the glass.
Now both windows have similar u-values, which i would imagine is the main consideration. Is this correct?
The first option is nicer looking (with a price to match!) but am wondering if there is anything else that I should be aware of before making my decision i.e. is option 2 a poorer option for our climate
Thanks in advance for any useful pointers