Construction methods?
In looking for a newer 5th wheel we see different construction methods being used. Of course the mfg all proportion their method as being superior. Would be interested in hearing some opinions on vari...
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C-Bears wrote:
Unless something has changed in the last year or two, the RV dual pane windows are not exactly what some may think they are.
If you have had newer windows on a residence, generally speaking you have had two pieces of glass with a certain amount of space between. This space, depending on quality of window, will be filled with argon or something else. If it reaches a certain level it can be an "Energy Star Certified" window and have a huge R value.
The RV dual pane is not a "sealed" unit and has no gas in between the panes. It will be an aluminum frame. It will insulate and same as a single pane window in an old residence with a cheap aluminum storm window screwed to it.
I am not saying dual pane windows in RV's don't help insulate better, because they do. Just don't pay all that money for them and expect them to perform like a high quality sealed unit in your residence.
a great post providing insight on dual Pain windows. check the posts on having to replace/fix them. I'd prefer a nice heavy drape myself.
bumpy
