Aluminium windows are a very popular choice for any type of construction, they can be, for example, used in contemporary buildings, as it does not matter if they are for residential or commercial areas.
These types of windows have gone through many styles from the older ones used in the ’70s and ’80s, to the present day where the technology and aesthetics with which they are made bring many advantages to any place.
Therefore, when talking about aluminium windows we could highlight many positive things.
Therefore, here we will tell you what are the pros and cons of this fundamental structure so that you can decide on the aluminium windows that Glass & Allied offers you, leading supplier and installer of custom aluminium windows and doors across South Africa that you can trust to improve your home.
Aluminium Windows: Pros
Thanks to its high resistance, an aluminium window requires little material in its frame, which is finally in charge of supporting the glass. This is very positive thanks to the fact that a window with narrower and slimmer frames gives the place a much more minimalist aesthetic.
Therefore, installing aluminium windows allows for the creation of larger glass windows, giving you the best possible view and creating a visual effect of more space.
Aluminium is known for its robust and durable properties. For this reason, it will not be affected by exposure to ultraviolet rays, so you will never see a cracked, rusted or warped aluminium window. Its maintenance is very easy as it only requires basic cleaning to make it look as good as new.
Aluminium is a suitable material for most climates because it adapts to humid temperatures, rain and sunlight without any problem.
Aluminium windows have a durable colour and an elegant style. To maintain these characteristics for a long time, they should never be painted because the finish with which they are designed is highly durable.
Aluminium is a very safe material for any home because it is non-flammable and can withstand high temperatures due to direct sunlight.
Disadvantages of aluminium windows
One of the most relevant disadvantages to taking into account when deciding which type of window to install is that, when they are in place, there is a tendency to temperature loss in the home. This happens due to the conductive nature of this metal, which will ultimately result in higher energy costs and of course money because you will obviously have to use more heating or air conditioning.
Aluminium windows produce condensation, those little water droplets produced by the clash of two different temperatures (inside and outside) are very annoying.
As already mentioned, aluminium is a very resistant material, however, small cracks caused by misuse can lead to rusting over time.
Disadvantages Turn Into Advantages With Aluminium Windows
Regarding the disadvantage of which we spoke, specifically the issue of condensation, all is not lost, and we insist, everything has a solution.
Regarding the energy costs that could be increased by installing aluminium windows, the following is true: for a long time, aluminium was displaced by PVC.
However, with the regulations, the aluminium used to manufacture windows has presented evident improvements, therefore, nowadays it is possible to use RPT aluminium, being this a material with the same characteristics, but more in accordance with the energy-saving regulations required in the country.
Aluminium with thermal bridge break corrects the factors that could be causing important energy losses. And that makes it a good material for windows and doors!
