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Why do people prefer aluminium window frames in their homes?
Aluminium is a material especially suited for the South African climate as it handles damp, rain and harsh sunlight exceptionally well. Because aluminium is light, malleable and easy to work with, it offers high levels of wind, water and air-tightness for optimum in-house energy efficiency.
What are the benefits of aluminium windows?
Top 10 benefits of aluminium windows
- Sleek and contemporary aesthetic style.
- Long-lasting powder-coated finishes.
- Inherently strong but lightweight.
- High insulation levels.
- Suitable for residential and commercial applications.
- Exceeds British energy standards.
- Highly recyclable.
- Resistant to corrosion.
Are aluminum windows worth replacing?
If finances prevent you from doing your whole house at one time, then replacing your aluminum windows in phases is definitely an option. We recommend replacing windows together that are in the same location so that you don’t end up with two very different looking windows right next to each other.
What is the disadvantage of aluminum windows?
Poor insulator: Aluminum doesn’t hold in heat as well as other materials. However, weather-stripping and thermal treatment can make this less of an issue. Condensation: Moisture or even frost can form inside aluminum-frame windows, leading to problems.
Why do we choose aluminium?
Why should I choose aluminium. First of all, aluminium is a metal with excellent mechanical properties, which revolutionised many technological sectors. Although much lighter than other metals, it has very high mechanical strength levels and that is why it is so broadly used in aeronautics, a very demanding field.
Are aluminum windows safe?
Aluminium windows are among the best-rated with regards to security from external attacks. Unlike some uPVC windows, aluminium window frames will not crack if hit with a sharp object and they can’t be cut or sawn like wooden frames can. However, there is more to window security than just the frame.
What is a disadvantage of aluminium?
What are disadvantages of Aluminium? Disadvantages : Aluminum requires special processes to be welded. It is abrasive to tooling, or more accurately, the aluminum oxide coating that forms upon it is. It is more expensive than steel.
Are GREY windows more expensive than white?
Grey UPVC windows are more expensive than white. They command a 10 to 20\% price premium over white UPVC windows. With grey UPVC windows being priced some 10 to 20\% higher than white, they may be unaffordable for your home improvement project.
Which is better PVC or Aluminium windows?
Aluminium is supremely strong and durable and is highly resistant to corrosion, capable of standing up to the outside elements. While PVC windows may require periodic replacement, you can rest assured that aluminium systems will keep on working, providing style and performance without compromise.
What’s the average cost of new windows?
The typical window replacement cost is between $200 and $1,800 per window, and the national average is around $100 to $650 per window, depending on window frame material and glass type, among other factors. Labor adds to the overall window replacement cost and can run approximately $100 to $300 per window.
What is more expensive timber or Aluminium Windows?
In general, aluminium windows are cheaper than timber windows. However, better quality, thermally insulated aluminium windows are closer in cost to timber windows. Aluminium windows are maintenance free, but do corrode over time. Well-maintained timber windows can outlast most aluminium windows.