Beyond the Glass Podcast – Episode 1

Episode Description

Why Condensation Isn't a Window Problem

Water droplets on your new triple-glazed windows? Before you call the installer, you need to hear this.

In this inaugural episode of Beyond the Glass, we dismantle the most common misconception in residential construction: that condensation means you've got bad windows. Spoiler alert – you don't.

Drawing on 30 years of installations across Overijse and Flemish Brabant, we explain why modern high-performance windows often reveal moisture problems that were always hiding in plain sight. You'll learn the real science behind dew point, vapor migration, and why your old drafty windows never had condensation (hint: it's not because they were better).

In this episode:

• Why an average family produces 10-15 liters of water vapor daily – and where it goes
• The "glass blame trap" that wastes thousands in callbacks and remediation
• Real case study: €15,000 passive house windows in a 1930s Overijse home that "failed" after 8 weeks (spoiler: they didn't)
• The critical difference between interior air sealing and exterior weatherproofing
• Installation mistakes that turn windows into aquariums
• How to communicate condensation issues to clients without finger-pointing
• Why Belgium made mechanical ventilation mandatory – and what that means for your project

Perfect for: Builders, installers, architects, renovation contractors, and homeowners planning high-performance upgrades in Belgium.

Key takeaway: Condensation isn't a flaw – it's a signal. Understanding that signal means better buildings, longer lifespans, and fewer costly surprises.

Resources: Visit ChassisPlus for condensation risk assessments, thermal imaging diagnostics, and engineered window-to-wall integration for projects across Flemish Brabant.