What are slimline windows?

Slimline doors and windows, also known as minimalist, or ultra-slim doors and windows, comprise those products where the sightlines are smaller and less visible than regular windows and doors.

Is aluminium or uPVC better?

Aluminium tends to be stronger than uPVC. That means that aluminium windows can have a slimmer appearance, and a larger glass surface area due to the strength of the frames. Aluminium has greater design flexibility than uPVC – the range of colours available (including dual colours) is amazing.

What is aluminum glazing?

Aluminum double glazed window is a popular choice. It is the window with two panes. Not only the window is durable but also it offers more insulation. Between the window panes, the pocket is filled with argon gas to fill up the space. By choosing Aluminum double glazing, you will reap a variety of benefits.

What are sight lines on a window?

The sightline is the term used to describe the amount of window frame that you see when looking directly at the window. Therefore, it is essentially a term which describes how thick the frames are.

What is the thinnest double glazed unit?

Combined with draught proofing thin double glazing produces exceptional acoustic and thermal results. The very smallest units are just 9mm in total, only 2.6mm more than laminate safety glass, but produce a U-Value of 2.1.

What is slimline double glazing?

Slim Double glazing is defined as any glass unit with an overall thickness of 14mm or less. The most common build up is to have two 4mm pieces of glass with a 4mm cavity separating the panes.

What are the disadvantages of aluminium windows?

The main disadvantage of aluminium windows tends to be the cost. Aluminium is a far more expensive material to produce and purchase than UPVC and this is rightly reflected in the price of a finished aluminium window.

Do you get condensation on aluminium windows?

Whether your window is made from aluminium, timber or PVCu, the possibility of condensation forming on the inside always exists because every home will have some degree of humidity. However, having aluminium windows does not in itself cause condensation.