Case Study: Creating a More Comfortable Home for a Young Family
Mount Maunganui
Construction: Cinderblock (ground floor), Brick (first floor)
Scope: Aluminium joinery replacement
Feature: Window converted into a sliding door
Glazing: SuperTherm™ Cool & Warm Low-E
Goals: Create a cosier, more family-friendly space
Meet the Sparrows
Michael and Rachel, a young family in Mount Maunganui who recently welcomed their first baby into the world. As part of settling into this exciting new chapter, they started renovating their home - making it more comfortable, energy-efficient, and aligned with their style.
One of their first priorities? Upgrading their joinery and single glazing to something that looked great and made a real difference in everyday comfort.
The Project
Michael and Rachel’s two-level home is built with cinderblock downstairs and brick upstairs. The existing joinery wasn’t providing the warmth or insulation they needed — especially now with a little one in the house. They also wanted to improve the indoor-outdoor flow, so as part of the job, Elite Double Glazing converted one of the windows into a sliding door.
Working closely with Sean, they opted for a full aluminium joinery replacement throughout the home, paired with SuperTherm™ Low-E double glazing to help manage temperature and light more effectively year-round.
Smart Glass for Everyday Comfort
Mount Maunganui enjoys plenty of sunshine, and Michael and Rachel wanted to make the most of it — without ending up with a living room that overheats or bedrooms that lose warmth in the cooler months.
To get the best result:
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SuperTherm™ Cool Low-E glass was installed on the south-facing windows to soften the impact of afternoon sun and keep the living room cooler.
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SuperTherm™ Warm Low-E glass was used on the north-facing windows to retain warmth and boost comfort during winter.
This thoughtful setup meant their home could stay naturally comfortable, no matter the season — with less need for heating and cooling.
Why SuperTherm™?
SuperTherm™ Low-E double glazing is a next-generation glass designed to give you better insulation and more natural light. It features a super-thin, invisible coating sealed between two panes of glass, acting like a clever filter that controls heat and light — without darkening your view.
Compared to standard double glazing, SuperTherm™ offers:
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Nearly double the insulation performance
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Clearer, brighter glass with less glare
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Protection from UV damage
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Improved year-round temperature control
It’s a great option for families looking to make their home more energy-efficient and comfortable without compromising on looks.
The Result
The transformation was immediate. The home feels noticeably warmer, quieter, and brighter and the sleek matte black aluminium frames give it a fresh, modern look that works beautifully with their renovation plans.
“Sean provided great service, was approachable, friendly, always happy to answer our questions, and delivered a fantastic end product. His communication was excellent throughout the process. We are very happy with how our full replacement joinery has turned out and highly recommend Elite to anyone looking for top-quality work and outstanding service.” - Michael Sparrow
Dreaming of a home that’s more comfortable, modern, and efficient?
Whether you’re renovating or just wanting to feel warmer in winter and cooler in summer, Elite Double Glazing can help with tailoured advice and expert installation.
Chat to our team today — we make the process easy.
