Warm aluminum windows: advantages and disadvantages

Warm aluminum windows are inserted into the premises for use all year round. Unlike cold frames, they do not freeze even at -40 ° C. This is very important, because in winter the weather is rather severe in Russia.

Before buying such windows, you should familiarize yourself with their advantages and disadvantages.

Aluminum windows with warm inserts are gaining popularity. They are not inferior in quality plastic and even overtake them in some ways. For example, the aluminum frame is stronger and more environmentally friendly than the equivalent of PVC.

Consider the main advantages of warm aluminum profiles:

• A quality window will last 70 years.But manufacturers indicate different numbers, the minimum is 40 years of operation.
• The profile is light, excludes additional fortifications, it can be installed on almost any structure.
• The strength of the design allows you to create windows of any size and shape. Aluminum is able to repeat the most complex shapes, while not deformed.
• The weather is not an obstacle to such a window: it is not afraid of moisture, does not rust, is not subject to rotting and mold. The aluminum frame does not burn or fade.

• The material is eco-friendly. It does not emit harmful substances, and therefore does not pollute the environment and does not cause harm to health. It can be recycled.
• Easy to repair and dismantle.
• Profile make out depending on the wishes of the client. There are many styles and colors. Almost any company offers a palette of RAL in matte and glossy variations.
• The aluminum frame can be repainted independently with ordinary powder paint.
• Aesthetic appearance - aluminum frame is made thinner than that of wood or plastic.
• You can install any opening mechanism. In small rooms, sliding mode is convenient.
• The mosquito net is fastened.
• Easy to use, do not require special care. It is enough to do a regular wet cleaning.

Like any other, warm aluminum profile has its disadvantages. The disadvantages are much less, but they can be decisive when choosing a window.

• If you use an aluminum profile without insulation, it will be much colder than counterparts from other materials.
• Aluminum profiles with insulation less available. Not all firms sell such windows. It is often found that the company offers only standard shapes and sizes.
• Of all the glazing systems, aluminum windows with insulation are the most expensive on the market.

If there is an opportunity to spend money on such a window, as well as take time to search for companies that will meet the needs - all these shortcomings are completely eliminated.

Aluminum window consists of a profile system, glass and fittings. Additionally, use a variety of decorative inserts, they are responsible for the appearance of the product.

This insert does not let in the cold and reduces the thermal conductivity. Its width varies from 18 mm to 100 mm. The degree of energy saving depends on the width. For the Russian climate will be enough insert in 20 mm.

They make the heat break more often from polyamide. It is a durable material that is responsible for water absorption when interacting with the environment. His weight fiberglass. All together allows the window to withstand the highest and lowest temperatures.

The design of the warmed frame consists of two metal profiles. Between them insert insulation.

Every detail of the window is produced separately, and then assembled into a solid structure. Hydropress stamps metal parts, and then a warm layer is attached to them. Next, connect the grooves and crimp the joints. A multi-chamber profile with several cavities is obtained. The more cavities - the window will be warmer.

There are many companies producing aluminum insulated windows, but not all of them are able to meet the demands. For individual purposes, you need to apply to different manufacturers - not all have a large selection of windows and prices.

German firm Schuco has long established itself in the window profile market. They exist for 60 years and work in 80 countries of the world. Their windows are considered the highest quality and durable. The products of this manufacturer has only positive feedback.

In addition, Schuco offers its customers a variety of types, shapes, sizes of window designs. In the assortment they have 20 thousand aluminum profiles and their components. Such diversity allows the company to cooperate with the most interesting and unusual objects, to fulfill orders for complex architectural projects. Prices are not the lowest, but the window for domestic use can also be selected.

Russian counterpart - Alutech. Their biggest advantage is the low price. But in comparison with their German competitors, they offer little choice.

Products produce high quality, according to this criterion, they do not lose much to Schuco. Moreover, Alutech creates profiles according to the requirements of the Russian climate. If the window is selected for an apartment or your house - this is an excellent value for money.

In combination with a warm aluminum frame, you can choose various options for even stronger insulation and improve the entire window.

• Energy-saving glass. A special coating is made on the glass, which is capable of transmitting sunlight without loss, while retaining heat indoors.
• Multifunctional heat pack - it is allocated with the fact that the space between glasses is filled not with air, as at a usual window, but argon. It is proved that it retains heat better and does not interfere with light penetrating into the room.
• Multifunctional glass - similar to the climate control system. In addition to preserving heat in the winter, in summer such glass makes the room cool. This special glass is able to protect against infrared solar radiation.

The PVC window copes with its basic functions, and to a greater extent with protection. It turns out that it makes no sense to buy a more expensive equivalent of aluminum. But there are cases when it is impossible to do without a heated aluminum profile.

Plastic windows are mostly standard and have a rectangular shape. They are difficult to make large sizes and in different variations.If you need to install a round window, or you need to make a non-standard form, they prefer aluminum structures. Aluminum is more flexible and malleable, with its help the most daring design fantasies come true.

Warm aluminum for windows is a good solution. The room for them can be any: dilapidated housing, new building or cottage. These lightweight profiles will not freeze and will delight with its beauty. The advantages of warm aluminum profiles far outweigh the disadvantages, so you can use them. But it is important to consider the cost in order not to overpay for unused functions.

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