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All window manufacturers in Australia are required under the Building Code of Australia to produce windows and doors that meet certain requirements. These requirements...

Windows are an important element of your home’s design providing natural light, ventilation and a connection with outside spaces. They have traditionally been considered...

An energy efficient window is one that helps to minimise the use of artificial heating and cooling in a building. Technological progress in the...

Australia’s vastness lends itself to a broad range of climatic conditions ranging from the tropical weather of Cairns to the frosty conditions experienced in...

Devastating bushfires are unfortunately an all too common occurrence across Australia. In response to recent bushfire attacks a revised building standard has been... Devastating bushfires...

Windows are one of the many aspects of a house that are rarely replaced. That’s why it’s important when building a new home or...

Good window design is just as important as the type of window you choose. Poorly planned windows can negatively impact a home with increased...

While it’s most likely your windows will be installed by a professional, there are a number of precautions it’s useful to be aware of...

When planning a renovation or new build in Australia, window compliance is often overlooked, but it shouldn’t be. With updated requirements in the 2022 and 2025 editions of the National Construction Code (NCC), and growing focus on energy efficiency, insulation and bushfire safety, it’s crucial to ensure every window in your home meets current Australian standards.

The Window Energy Rating Scheme (or WERS, as it's known) is a system by which windows sold in Australia are independently assessed and rated...