Selecting Windows & Doors

The perfect windows and doors can lift a space from ordinary, to extraordinary.
But choosing the right ones for your home or project can be a challenge – especially if you’re new to the process. That’s why we’ve put together this selection guideline.

Types of Windows

Our aluminium windows come in a range of styles and configurations to suit any style of home.

Sliding Windows

Sliding windows feature one or more fixed sashes and one or more moving sashes (a “sash” is the glass and framework that holds the glass in place).

As the name suggests, they are opened and closed by sliding the moving sash or sashes left or right.

Sliding windows are perhaps the most common window type found in Australian homes. Their simple, functional design makes them easy to operate. They’re also available in large sizes, making them a good option for improving your home’s ventilation, natural light, and external views.

Our aluminium sliding windows are designed to meet all the requirements of the modern home, including security, strength, reliability and expansive views.

Awning Windows

Awning windows can only open to a limited, fixed degree, making them perfect if you want to leave windows open in light rain.

With a hinge near the top of the frame, awning windows swing out at the bottom to open. They can be partially or fully opened (and closed) by turning a winder.

You can install them above, below, and alongside one another, or next to fixed windows. As such, they’re a versatile option that can enhance virtually any home design.

Our aluminium awning windows are what you need if you want windows that can provide ventilation and natural light to your home.

Casement Windows

With their wide-swing openings and aesthetically-appealing appearance, casement windows are a long-time favourite for many people.

Casement windows are hinged either on the left or right side and swing outwards like hinged doors. They may feature one or more sashes within a single window frame.

One key advantage they offer is the ability to control the level of ventilation in your home. By opening them at certain angles, you can funnel soft or strong breezes into your home.

If you want fresh air in your home, you can’t look past aluminium casement windows. Robust, secure and stylish, they are a long-established customer favourite. Casement windows may feature one or more sashes within a single window frame.

Double Hung Windows

Double hung windows feature two panels, both of which can slide up and down in the frame.

The sashes remain inside the frame, so they don’t protrude when open.

Because double hung windows can be opened from either the top or the bottom, they’re perfect for adjusting the airflow entering your home.

They are sometimes referred to as “sash windows”, but whatever their name, they all work in the same manner.

Double hung windows or sash windows allow you to enjoy the benefits of natural light and breeze, including areas with limited opening spaces. They typically feature two panels which can slide up and down in the frame.

Louvre Windows

Louvre windows consist of a series of horizontal blades made from glass, timber, or aluminium, which are fixed between the frame.

You can open and close the blades by moving a small lever up and down.

Depending on your choice of material, you can use them to create a striking or understated look, making them a versatile option.

They are particularly ideal for small rooms with minimal wall space that require ventilation, such as toilets, bathrooms, and narrow hallways.

When it comes to enjoying a breath of fresh air, our louvre windows have got your back. They consist of a series of horizontal blades made from glass, timber, or aluminium fixed between the frame.

For extra protection against unwanted visitors, our louvres can be locked in position and combined with insect or security screens.

Bi Fold Windows

The ideal servery window, bi fold windows are a favourite feature in kitchens and entertaining areas.

They consist of two or more operable panels that are hinged together and at the sides, either on the left, or on the right, or both sides. This allows the panels to be opened to one – or both – sides.

Sometimes referred to as “concertina windows” or “folding windows”, bi fold windows fully maximise openings, setting them apart from other windows that only slide open halfway or swing open to a fixed degree.

Whether you’re after wide opening spaces, unobstructed views, or a stylish and functional servery window, our aluminium bi fold windows have got you covered. Secure, versatile and chic, they feature all the bells and whistles you need.

Fixed Windows

Fixed windows do not open.

They’re used to let in light and provide views of the outside. They can be installed either as a stand-alone product or in conjunction with operable windows.

They can be almost any shape, including square, rectangle, arch, circle, triangle, or a combination of these options.

If you have your very own ‘grand design’ project, you may want to consider turning a wall into a panoramic view of the world outside with floor-to-ceiling fixed windows.

Great as a stand-alone feature, or they can be the perfect companion to other types of windows as well as doors, aluminium fixed windows are an understandably popular product.

Selecting the right doors for your project can be a challenge. Our comparison tool will help you find the right doors for your project. You can do a side-by-side comparison of the key features, performance ratings and technical data of our aluminium doors. Start by selecting two or more products.

Product availability, pricing, features, options, sizes, configurations and performance are subject to regional variations, design requirements, and building codes.

Sliding Doors

Sliding doors consist of one or more fixed sashes and one or more moving sashes (a ‘sash is the glass and framework that holds the glass in place).

They’re opened and closed by sliding the moving panels horizontally along a track, either left or right.

Sliding doors are one of the most common types of glass doors and form the main entrance to most backyards across Australia. They’re a great source of natural light and ventilation and provide views of the outdoors.

Sometimes referred to as ‘stacker doors’ or ‘stacking doors’, they are available in three types: standard, corner, and cavity.

Bi Fold Doors

Bi fold doors consist of two or more moving panels that are hinged together and hinged at the sides, either on the left, or on the right, or both.

This allows the sashes to open to one side or both sides by folding in sections.

If you want to seamlessly link the inside of your home to your deck, patio, or backyard, bi fold doors are exactly what you’ve been looking for. They provide bigger openings than most types of doors, minimising physical barriers between the inside and outside.

They are sometimes referred to as ‘concertina doors’ or ‘folding doors’ and come in two types: standard and corner.

With customisable folding options, superior security and an easy to operate design, our aluminium bi fold doors are a popular choice for entertainment areas.

Hinged Doors

Hinged Doors are made up of one panel hinged at one side, or two panels fixed on opposite sides that come together to meet in the middle.

Often used as front doors, hinged doors can be either pushed or pulled open, depending on your requirements. Occasionally, they are paired with self-closing mechanisms to ensure they always shut after use.

Our aluminium hinged doors will create a modern yet timeless entryway for your home. With single and double door configurations available, they have the versatility necessary to suit your chosen context. Hinged doors with two panels are sometimes referred to as ‘French doors’.

Hinged doors with two panels are sometimes referred to as ‘French doors’.

Pivot Doors

Pivot Doors similar to hinged doors can be made up of one panel fixed at one side, or two panels fixed on opposite sides that meet in the middle.

They are different from hinged doors in that their panels are not hinged on the sides; instead, they rotate on a pivot point at the top and bottom.

These fixing points enable pivot doors to swing inwards and outwards, unlike hinged doors which can only open in one direction.

These fixing points enable pivot doors to swing inwards and outwards, unlike hinged doors which can only open in one direction.
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