What Are Energy Rated Windows?
The window energy rating (WER) is the objective method used to assess the total energy performance of a window; it takes into account the materials used (glass, framing materials etc), the air leakage and the solar gain to determine the rating which expresses the energy efficiency of the product. The determined value will place the window design into a rated band (A to G). The rating compares standard size windows; this provides a simple method of comparing different products from either the same supplier or from different suppliers. Most of you will be familiar with the Energy Efficient label and A-G rating on "white goods", like refrigerators, which operates on the same principle as that for windows.
Why Should I Choose Energy Rated Windows?
Energy rated windows allow you to make an informed decision when purchasing your new windows. An energy rated window from Burbage Custom Windows not only reduces energy loss which can help save you money on your energy bills but also helps our environment.
What is the BFRC?
BFRC stands for British Fenestration Rating Council. It was originally established in 1999 with assistance from Government and the major fenestration Trade Associations as part of a research project to develop a Window Energy Rating scheme for the UK. BFRC Ltd was established in 2006, to take over and further develop the activities of the original BFRC. BFRC Ltd. is part of the Glass and Glazing Federation. The GGF have invested in the development of the scheme to enable it to respond to the growing needs of the market, government and environmental bodies for the promotion, development and operation of an independent impartial method of rating the energy efficiency of windows and hence encouraging their use.
To access the BFRC website please click here.
"Look for the BFRC energy efficiency label"
James Strawbridge, tv presenter and eco campaigner