Not all windows are the same, you already know, and even more so if you have already begun to investigate this world.
Each material, each complement, each design decision entails some positive and other negative points, making them more suitable for some needs or others, for some areas or others, to solve some challenges or others.
A window is good to the extent that it helps you live better and be happier.
PVC, a resin composed of 57% common salt, was the last material to be added to this list. Today, it is the present and the future of windows.
PVC windows are characterized by their excellent thermal and acoustic insulation, since, in addition to the PVC itself, they are designed and extruded with several internal air chambers, adding in the case of Ecoven plus windows a reinforcement of galvanized steel in all profiles.
It is a highly durable material with a very low maintenance cost, all you need is soap and water, as it is immune to contamination and very resistant to condensation and inclement weather. The color remains stable over time and, thanks to new foliated technologies, they can be produced in a wide range of colors and wood and metallic finishes, smooth and textured, as well as in the new Spectral ultra-matte finish, a great revolution for the aesthetic possibilities of windows.
A beautiful, quality front door enhances your home's good looks and curb appeal and also keeps your family safe. This post will help you choose which door is best for your home.
Whether you're moving into a new home or replacing your old door, you need to know that Dluxe Construction offers professional measuring and installation options.
Choose your door material based on energy efficiency, safety concerns and the style of your home.
1) Wooden doors. Characteristic
• heavier doors.
• Available in wood ranges including hardwood and pine.
• Safe and dent resistant.
• Available with or without glass inserts.
• Usually made with frame and panel construction.
Steel doors: adapt to wear
Energy efficient foam core insulation with facing that mimics the look of real wood
Stronger than wood and fiberglass doors
They adapt to wear, reducing the chances of shrinkage, swelling and warping
• more profitable.
• Aluminum doors: advantages
• Aluminum doors provide stability.
• These gates are readily available.
• Its maintenance is easy.
• Aluminum doors are a good option for houses with modern designs.
• They provide waterproof qualities.
• Aluminum doors do not rust.
The glazing of a window is a fundamental element, since it represents the greater part of its surface.
Low emissive glass windows
Low-E glazing is designed to
Solar control glass windows
These glasses have
Acoustic glass windows
In noisy places, poorly insulated windows are one of the main causes of loss of comfort in the home.
Safety glass windows
Safety glazing is made up of two or more pieces of glass joined together by a plastic sheet which, in the event of breakage, makes them stick together and not come off.
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There are many aspects that determine the best opening for the windows of a home. Interior space, exterior space, light needs, the need to allow passage between spaces.
Each house, each project, each need is unique and that is why each particular case must be studied.
1) Fixed windows
Fixed windows are those that only consist of a glass frame. That is, they do not allow their opening, only the passage of light and energy, to a greater or lesser extent.
2) Pivot windows
A pivot window, or also revolving window or tilting window, is a system that allows the sash to rotate on an axis -normally horizontal- in the center of the frame.
3) Sliding or sliding windows
This is not entirely accurate, since, although in the past sliding windows were practically the only type of sliding window that existed, today we have several systems that allow a window to open by sliding one of its leaves.
Hinged, folding or practicable windows
A casement window is one that allows the opening of one or two sheets that rotate on the side frames, to which they are joined by hinges. We could say that it is the most traditional window.
5) Swing, tilt or projecting windows
A swing window is very similar to a casement window, with the difference that the sashes do not rotate on the side frames, but rather on the lower frame (tilt window, which opens from above) or on the upper frame (awning window, which opens from above). open bottom).
As we are seeing, not all windows are the same. Even less in terms of its benefits and its contribution to energy efficiency, comfort and savings for its users.
1) Passivhaus windows or high efficiency windows
They represent the highest level. They are very high-performance windows, specifically designed to achieve the best performance in insulation and airtightness and comply with the demanding Passivhaus standard. These windows have frames and sheets of great width (82 mm) and very powerful glazing, as well as their fittings to support the extra weight.
2) Efficient windows
In many cases, especially in reforms and rehabilitations, the windows must fulfill the function of substantially improving the insulation of the home, resulting in a very obvious and direct way in comfort, savings and quality of life.
3) Low end windows
Of course, there are still low-end options on the market such as enclosure solutions. Narrow aluminum or wood windows with simple glass, PVC profiles of Asian origin... are very economical options, although, logically, the features are not the same.
A few years ago, each material conditioned the color of the window. PVC windows practically only had the possibility of being sold in their characteristic white base color.
1) Plain colored windows
Thanks to the foils, PVC and aluminum windows are available in almost any shade. You can also opt for lacquer, although costs can increase significantly.
2) Wood finish windows
In addition to wooden windows, PVC and aluminum windows are capable of imitating wood-colored finishes. With a smooth or even textured finish, thanks to the quality of the current foliate coatings, PVC windows imitate wood very well.
3) Metallic finish windows
In the same way, metallic finishes are no longer exclusive to aluminum windows, but can be recreated in PVC with amazingly realistic results and in a wide range of shades.
4) Spectral Windows
Finally, Spectral is the latest and greatest revolution in the finish of VEKA PVC windows, exclusively.
With Spectral, the PVC window becomes art, definitely becoming an element of enormous importance in the aesthetics of the home.
If you are looking to gain space in the rooms, this model is the best choice. They are a very discreet and modern alternative. Within the sliding doors there are two other varieties:
Recessed interior doors. It is necessary to make work, since it is necessary to introduce the leaf inside the wall itself.
Overlay interior doors. They do not require building work and are easy to install. It is enough to place a guide superimposed to the wall itself.
Although it may seem like a minor matter, the shape of the windows is very important when choosing one material or another depending on the design needs and the experience and training of each manufacturer and its professionals.
1) Straight windows
Straight-shaped windows are the most common, especially in housing developments and blocks.
2) Curved windows
Curved windows are those in which one or all of the frames have been designed with a curved shape. There are circular, semicircle-shaped or arch-shaped in different styles (half-point, lowered).
3) Drawer viewpoints
A special type of window is the bay window with a mitred shutter box, very common in different areas of our country.
To explain this type of door we are going to take into account only the composition, since most of the models that we find at the entrance are swing doors. What is most valued in this type of door is good quality and safety, so we will look at the type of frame, closure or leaf.
1) Armored Doors
They are the most resistant and safe that we find in the market. Both the frame and the inner plates are made of steel and then covered with wood veneer or other materials.
2) Solid Doors
They are those that are made exclusively with solid wood. There are many designs and finishes. But the downside is that they are less secure than the previous two models.
3) Metal doors
They are a good solution for security or emergency doors in work areas or various facilities. They are made from some pure metal such as steel, aluminum, iron, bronze or from special alloys.
The main characteristics of metal doors ar
• Easy maintenance.
• Greater resistance and security.
• special thickness.
• hardness and durability.
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Tired of having to hide the obsolete design of the windows of your house with blinds or blinds? Tired of views not showing clearly through them? If this is your case, it is time to renew them.
The color, style and design of the windows, as well as the panoramic vision that is achieved through them, are also factors to take into account from a decorative point of view. And remember, today, those with minimal profiles and much more glass surface are a trend.
