Window film
Film (also commonly known as tinting) is an effective and affordable way to keep heat out and also helps to reinforce your windows for...
Toned glass
Reduces heat and glare
Reduces cooling costs
Improves privacy
Decreases visibility and light
Toned glass, often referred to as tinted glass, is made by including colouring additives to...
Laminated glass
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...
Low-e glass
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...
What are double glazed windows?
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...
Choosing the right window size
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...
How thermal mass affects windows
A big part of planning thermal mass in your home is deciding where windows need to go in order to allow sunlight in. Read...
Composite windows
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...
Styles and types of windows
There is an incredible range of home windows available to suit nearly any function and personal aesthetic choice. Review the common window styles available.
There...
Window orientation and placement
Orientation and placement of your windows is just as important as the frame and glass that you choose. When deciding where to place your...