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ig eatifl energy efficient windows - from elfac


WHY COMPROMISE? ENJOY BIG WINDOWS WITH NO EXTRA HEAT LOSS Inspired by TV show Grand Designs, property owners Terry and Mickey turned to award-winning UK design and build company Facit Homes when planning their dream retirement home. The result, Print House, is a two storey property with generous living space a large ground oor studio room and second oor study. Large LC aluminiumtimber triple glazed windows and patio doors bring more natural light into the home and deliver


exceptional energy performance thanks to -alues of only .Wm2


K)


with solar gain mitigated by nearby trees. LC windows are also prominent in the south facing facade, where light grey external aluminium frames provide a striking contrast with the dark-stained timber rain screen. nternal LC timber frames are painted white, supporting a palette of white walls and natural materials - the hallmark of a Facit Homes interior.


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WHAT MAKES A LOW ENERGY WINDOW?


LC composite triple glazing delivers great low energy performance. Low -alues only .Wm2


K) mean impressive


insulation, no down draughts, and comfortable temperatures in every room. Ultra-slim frames maximise daylight and improve the glassframe ratio for een better insulation. isit your local LC distributor to find out more.


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