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Harder to break Reduces noise Cuts down UV transmission Exposure to water can cause deterioration   Laminated glass   Laminated glass is commonly used as a safety glass when security and...

Improves solar and thermal control Reduces UV transmission Relatively expensive Can reduce solar heat gain in winter Low-e is standard clear glass which has a special coating on...

Reduces heat transfer very effectively Excellent acoustic insulation Costs much more than single glazing An insulated glass unit (IGU) combines multiple glass panes into a single window...

A big part of planning thermal mass in your home is deciding where windows need to go in order to allow sunlight in. Read...

Well planned windows improve year-round comfort and reduce the need for artificial heating in winter and air conditioning in summer. The size of your...

Interior colour flexibility Good thermal performance Low maintenance for aluminium component Can be expensive   Composite windows What are composite windows? Composite windows combine two or more framing materials to take...

These windows slide open horizontally, can feature two or more sashes and offer a nice clear opening for good ventilation.       Horizontal sliding windows provide plenty...

Economical Durable Low maintenance May allow heat transfer without thermal break Susceptible to condensation   Aluminium windows What are aluminium windows? Aluminium windows are lightweight, strong and easily formed into complex shapes....

Aesthetically pleasing Great thermal performance Not as durable as other frames Requires a bit of maintenance   Timber window frames transfer far less heat than metallic frames. Image courtesy of...

Window frames such as aluminium, timber and uPVC have different advantages in energy efficiency, durability, maintenance and cost. Find the right match for your...