DIY ecoGlaze On Sash

The ecoGlaze Kit is a system specifically designed for you to secondary glaze your existing windows to achieve the same result as most double glazed windows.

Features:

• Fits Awning and Casement windows up to 2400mm width and height
  
• Fits standard hinged doors
  
• Suitable for timber and commercial grade aluminium windows & doors
  
• Fits your existing windows and doors
  
• Does not hinder the operation of your windows or doors
  
• No gases or toxic products used in manufacture or installation
  
• Architectural quality
  
• Beautiful finishes and features
  
• Australian designed and manufactured
  
• Rigorously tested to provide very similar benefits to replacement double glazing
  
• Remove the acrylic whilst repainting your windows
  
• Awarded for innovation and exceptional executional technologies by the Victorian Government
  
• It is exclusive to ecoMaster
  

On Sash Window - Timber Kit

On Sash Window - White Kit

Note: The maximum length of all DIY ecoGlaze mouldings is 2400mm. If your windows are wider or longer than 2400mm, an authorised ecoGlaze installer should be able to assist you with windows up to 3000mm.

Moderate - it is a multi-step install - please watch the videos

DIY ecoGlaze requires you to have good attention to detail and the ability to closely follow our step-by-step guide videos to achieve successful insulation.

There are 3 steps to installing ecoGlaze. Each step is detailed in a separate video. It is essential you watch all 3 videos before you begin your order in readiness to DIY install.

DIY On-Sash requires 1 x On Sash Fit and Finish Kit per panel of glass 

Step 1. Preparation

1. Measuring the top and bottom of your Window. 
2. Cutting the top and bottom mouldings to size 
3. Cleaning the Window in Readiness for ecoGlaze 

Step 2. Installing the Mouldings

1. Install the Mini Seal to the Perimeter
2. Install the Bottom Moulding and Acrylic Supports
3. Install Top Moulding
4. Measure the side Mouldings 
5. Cut the Side Mouldings
6. Install the Left Hand Moulding 
7. Install the Right Hand Moulding 
8. Fit End Caps from the On-Sash Fit and Finish Kit to the Mouldings. We found this step is easiest when completed with steps 6 and 7

Step 3. Installing the Acrylic

1. Remove Mouldings from window 
2. Double Check the size 
3. Remove liner from the Acrylic
4. Put Acrylic in place and replace mouldings over the top to secure it in place.

Q: I’m not really sure how or where to start?  
A: That is no problem at all. ecoMaster has a series of ecoMasterClasses on just about every topic of energy efficiency. All the information is totally free. Click here to check it out. 

Q: What is DIY ecoGlaze and how does it work? 
A: ecoGlaze is a secondary glazing system developed in Australia that is now available for DIYers to achieve the benefits of double glazing without the cost, time investment, disruption or hassle. By adding components (magnetic mouldings and clear sheet acrylic) to the inside of your existing windows, you create the still air space which is what makes double glazing work. 

Q: What is DIY ecoGlaze On Sash? 
A: There are three different types of ecoGlaze, each designed for a specific type of window. DIY ecoGlaze On Sash is specifically for hinged windows and doors.  

Q: Why is DIY ecoGlaze for Fixed windows only?
A: It is not anymore! Now, with the release of the DIY On Sash system, the DIY range of ecoGlaze is available for awning/casement (wind-out) windows, and is suitable for many other hinged windows and doors. 

Q: Can I get the acrylic sheet directly from ecoMaster?
A: No. We tried to develop a cost-effective solution for shipping acrylic around the country. Unfortunately, the logistics of doing this across Australia made the option not viable. We concluded that the most cost-effective way for you to achieve the benefits of double glazing for the lowest possible cost, was for us to provide the DIY ecoGlaze On Sash Mouldings Sets and you source the acrylic locally. We have several acrylic suppliers who understand the ecoGlaze system and are very happy to work with you to achieve the final result.  

Q: OK. I will source acrylic myself. What do I need to ask for?
A: Ask for a 4.5mm thick clear acrylic sheet cut to size. Some brand names that your supplier may have include Plexiglas, Shinkolite and Perspex. Provided you ask for 4.5mm thick clear acrylic, they will all be suitable for secondary glazing. Plexiglass has a 30 year warranty while Shinkolite and Perspex have 10 year warranties. 

Q: My neighbours can look straight into some of my windows. Can ecoGlaze help obscure the view but keep the light?
A: Yes it can! When purchasing your acrylic panel simply ask for “Pearl” coloured acrylic. This is similar to frosting on glass. It still allows most of the light in but obscures the view. You can use “Pearl” to obscure the lower parts of a double-hung window and leave the upper parts clear. 

Q: I have Aluminium Sliding Windows. Can I ecoGlaze them?
A: No. We do not know of any DIY solution that will allow you to secondary glaze existing residential aluminium sliding windows and still allow them to open. We are developing a system that will be suitable for Aluminium sliding windows, to learn more about this, get in contact with our team on 1300 326 627. 

Q: Can I fit DIY ecoGlaze to the outside of my windows?
A: Technically, yes you can. But we do not recommend it and we do not warranty the components if they are installed outside.  

Q: I already have double glazing. Can I fit ecoGlaze as well so I get the benefits of Triple Glazing? 
A: Yes you can. To get the full benefit of Triple Glazing your home, it is important that the rest of your home is also up to the same standard of thermal and energy efficiency. That means, a very well-insulated roof, good quality underfloor insulation, wall insulation and most importantly, thorough draught proofing! If we can relate that to a clothing analogy; there is little overall benefit in wearing a really warm jacket, if you are wearing shorts and thongs. 

Q: Will ecoGlaze stop condensation on my windows?
A: ecoGlaze will significantly reduce condensation on the windows and doors in your home. Condensation occurs because of the build up of moisture in the air and condensing at the coldest point in your home - at the dew point. This is because your windows are normally the coldest element in your home. If there is a build up of condensation, simply remove the acrylic panel, dry the glass and the acrylic then reinstate the acrylic panel and the magnetic mouldings. 

If condensation is an ongoing issue, it would be necessary to determine the source of water vapour in the air and deal with it. Sources of water vapour include, but are not limited to: gas appliances (burning gas emits water vapour and carbon monoxide), drying clothes inside, bathroom exhaust fans that are not effectively removing moisture and some clothes dryers. Open plan showers are particularly problematic as the shower steam is not contained and escapes creating condensation issues for the bathroom as well as adjoining rooms. This is especially prevalent during winter when condensation issues can be at their peak.

Where can you deliver to?

Orders can be delivered to just about anywhere within Australia. However, if you are in a regional or remote area, the freight costs can become quite high. This order generally comes in a long tube which carries an additional handling cost with the courier. If you have an alternative drop-off address in a larger town or city, freight costs can be considerably lower.
Alternatively, consider sharing the freight charge with a neighbour/friend who might benefit from any of our longer range of products, such as Draught Dodgers, that also requires a longer tube for shipping.

Authority to leave?

When your order is consigned with the courier, you will receive an email containing your consignment number and tracking website so you can track the location of your order.

The standard courier delivery option is "Authorised to Leave". That means that if there is no one home when the courier arrives, your order will be left at your address. If this is not appropriate, please advise when you place your order for alternative arrangements to be made. ecoMaster is not responsible for the safety of your order once it has been delivered. Theft from your home is a crime and should be reported to the Police.

Why is the shipping cost high?

Yes, we agree, the cost of freight is high at the moment.

Add to that, ecoGlaze are shipped in 2.49 metres long tubes, so they carry a loading penalty of $10 on top of normal rates by the freighters.

City to city, we used to pay $15, now it is between $35 to $38. Unfortunately as a small family business we are no longer able to even partially absorb any of this cost.

We suggest a cost-effective way forward is to ask a neighbour or friend if they want to add an order with yours as the cost of freight remains the same.

Can I collect?

Yes - there is a Pickup option at the checkout.

Click here to check the collection location, dates and times. Please note this is a collection point only and it is not constantly staffed. 

Q: What is the product warranty for ecoGlaze? 
A: DIY ecoGlaze carries a product warranty of 7 years, but can be highly effective for much longer than that.  We developed and has been installing ecoGlaze since 2010 and have had very few quality issues during that time. 

Q: What is the installation warranty for Goodbye Heating Vents?
A: As ecoGlaze is a DIY product there is no warranty on installation.  

Q: What else do I need to know about DIY ecoGlaze? 
A: These simple points will keep your ecoGlaze in good condition for years.

• Go to www.ecoGlaze.com.au and invest your time learning about the system before you start. 
• To get the best value for your investment, please, PLEASE watch ALL the installation videos before you proceed.  
• Cleaning your window frames is critical - they need to be really clean.  You don't want your magnet adhering to dust and dirt instead of your window frame. 

If you have any questions, contact the ecoMaster team.  We are all ex-installers and have done this work thousands of times before.  We are here to help you.

Q: What do I do if I have a problem with this product?  
A: Refer to our Returns / Refunds page [Learn More].  Our Research and Development team will be keenly interested to learn of any product failure and will want images and samples of the product (if possible) so they can determine what the cause of failure was.