DanTheRVMan wrote:
deandec wrote:
ClassAGeek wrote:
Meh. We have single pane windows in a used coach that saved us 10's of thousands of dollars when we bought it six years ago. We have camped in the 100's °F but more often in 30's °F. We just do weekend camping trips. We don't have any plans to live in our MH.
Are double pane windows essential? Hardly. The high number number of air leaks and 1" thick foam insulation (or less) in many locations around and under the MH contribute much more heat and cooling loss than the windows.
Double pane windows would be nice but I am happy because I didn't pay for them.
Your demands may be different.
We agree. The Windshield is the biggest heat transfer problem.
Tinting on all non cockpit windows helps a great deal on single panes.
Correct
I have had both and prefer single pane for reliability/eliminating repairs. Windows are such a small part of over all heat and noise you'll never feel the difference so it simply isn't worth the effort on a rolling home.
Again condensation in cold climates is the one exception that is noticeable
Agree.
Single paned rv windows have an R factor of approximately .85, while a dual paned rv window has an R factor of approximately 1.5. Some dual panes might be higher, it all depends on the air gap between the panes. Is it worth the cost difference? For those that paid for them will probably say yes, for those who don't will probably say no. Deal breaker? Now that's funny. I can think of more important things I can spend my money on.
