In Europe, double-glazed windows are standard. But in Australia, these energy-saving windows are remarkably uncommon.

From double-glazed windows becoming tricky to open, doors sagging and window panes misting up, find out whether your double glazing should be repaired or replaced.

Find out all you need to know to choose the best type of double-glazed windows and doors for your home, as well as the right material, from uPVC, timber and aluminium.

The double-glazed units sold by Cuthbertson, for example, start at $285 per square metre. How much you heat your home is a further factor.

The costs of double glazing vary widely, depending on how much work you’re having done, the finish and shape of the windows, where you live and, of course, how much you agree to pay. According ...

Double-glazing keeps homes at pleasant temperatures without much need for heating or cooling. But history and cost mean they’re rare in Australia.