Aluminium tilt and turn windows come in an extensive range of various glazing sizes with a special polyamide thermal break to enhance thermal performance and offer excellent safety levels. They are tested for thermal and structural efficiency by using stringent International Standards and are designed to meet both Secured by Design and European Qualification Requirements. They are also available in a variety of colour options and provide outstanding energy savings. These features make aluminum clad windows a popular choice for commercial and domestic buildings.
The thermal break introduced into the polyamide glass means that the glass is smoother at the interface with the external environment. This results in improved gas permeability, which minimises infiltration of cold air and warm air into the building. A further benefit is the increased structural rigidity that is provided by the reduced flexing that is required during installation. The enhanced structural rigidity provides improved resistance to both general and applied loads. This combined with the reduced penetration of thermal energy into the structure provides peace of mind for owners. In addition to being highly effective, aluminium tilt and turn windows reduce the maintenance costs associated with glazing and also improve the energy efficiency of the building.
Aluminium tilt and turn windows require relatively little cleaning and maintenance compared to those made from other materials. Compared to windows that are framed with timber, aluminium tilt and turn windows can also save on energy costs as well as reducing noise. In the current economic climate it is important to try and reduce the carbon footprint that one's building makes and aluminium tilt and turn windows help to do this.
The installation of these types of window is simple and straightforward due to the fact that they incorporate a sliding mechanism that locks the window into position when opened. All that is required is to operate the locking mechanism and then the glass will be secured into place. Because they use a sliding mechanism, there is no need for a lap or frame on the inside of the window which allows an even larger window to be installed. The advantage of using this type of glazing over traditional windows is that there are not any concerns relating to frames or the safety of glazing being installed in an unsafe manner. Another factor is that the aluminum timber window is a solid unit that does not need any additional support which is a significant saving in terms of the cost of installing the glazing.
Unlike other types of upvc, aluminium double glazing does not use any more energy efficient products than standard upvc. However, aluminium double glazing is superior to sash window because it requires less renovation when upgrading to a new house. As the sash window must be removed before repairs can take place, aluminium double glazing is the best choice. This type of window is superior to sash windows because it is more energy efficient and offers better insulation.
The majority of UPVC windows are installed with a lag, or movement created by the wind, and this can make them very uncomfortable. However, aluminium tilt and turn windows do not require any lag and are far more energy efficient. In fact, because aluminium is a stronger material than most other materials used to build up windows (such as UPVC), they are up to twenty times more energy efficient in terms of heating and cooling. This makes them much more desirable to use for new homes and renovations. Not only are these affordable passive house windows very attractive but they are very practical as well. When considering all aspects of your home, it is important to look at all of your options in terms of the installation of windows, but particularly the type of windows you choose to install.
