Energy Efficiency

Dual-glazing (two panes) is standard in all windows offered by Coulee View Windows & Doors. 

For increased energy-efficiency, we also offer both SolarBan60 Low Emissivity Glass (commonly referred to as Low E glass) and argon gas.

Low-E Glass reduces energy loss by as much as 30% to 50% by using a colourless, invisible coating of micro-thin metallic film that transmits high levels of light but reflects heat.  Essentially, the coating reflects heat back toward its source.  Thus, heat from the furnace stays inside the home during cold weather, resulting in greater comfort and lower energy costs.  Low-E also blocks a portion of the ultraviolet light, which in turn reduces solar heat gain and the fading of fabrics and carpets in your home.

Argon is a colorless, odorless, non-toxic, non-flammable inert gas. It is used to reduce heat loss in sealed units by slowing down convection in the air space.  Argon's heat conductivity is lower than that of air and thus it is a better insulator. Argon is not an effective solar performer by itself and so it is best used in conjunction with Low-E insulated glass

Edge spacers that hold 

the glazing layers apart

used to be made of aluminum which conducts heat rapidly.  

Coulee View Windows & Doors offer windows that incorporate a flexible composite spacer that uses a 

multi-layered system that results in improved condensation resistance, warmer edge of glass temperature, 

a continuous 

moisture vapour barrier, superior argon gas retention and an increased 

total window R-value.