After years of PVCu windows and doors being the go-to choice for most UK properties, aluminium windows are now becoming a much more commonly found window type. Driven by an increase in the popularity of aluminium bifold and sliding doors, many homeowners are opting for aluminium windows to match.
What benefits do aluminium windows offer?
Aluminium windows are an increasingly popular option for UK homeowners, and they offer a number of benefits for your home.
The advantage of choosing aluminium windows means you can create a much more attractive look for your home. As aluminium is a strong material, you can have much slimmer profiles, meaning more glass with sleek styling. This also allows more natural daylight to enter your home and creates impressive light-filled spaces, perfect for a glazed extension.
Aluminium windows are an ideal option for keeping your home at a comfortable temperature all year round. Made with a thermal polyamide break, which provides a barrier from the cold winter air, aluminium windows are sure to keep your home warm throughout winter and save you money on energy bills.
Our aluminium windows are extremely durable. As aluminium is an inherently strong material, it is extremely resistant to the problems that can affect PVCu and timber windows, such as rotting and warping.
They also have a durable, powder-coated finish which means they won’t fade or lose their shine.
How long do aluminium windows last?
As well as the style and performance benefits, aluminium windows are a popular long-lasting option for any property. The average lifespan of aluminium windows is 30-45 years, compared to 25-35 for PVCu. However, the actual lifespan can be affected by several different factors.
What affects the lifespan of aluminium windows?
Weather
Aluminium windows are designed to withstand poor weather conditions, but the local weather will have an effect on how long they last. Windows which are exposed to stormy conditions are much more likely to deteriorate than those in calmer climates. Our range of aluminium windows has been tested to perform in the most extreme conditions, so you can have peace of mind that your windows will last whatever the weather.
There are also additional options for special coatings in coastal areas to protect your windows against the high salt content in the air.
Installation
Technically, a window is only as good as its installation. Even the best-performing windows won’t be optimally efficient if they aren’t properly installed. At Falcon Installations, we have a team of highly experienced installers with exacting standards, so you can be sure you will get a quality installation every time. As a FENSA Approved Installer, we are regularly assessed to ensure our installations meet the highest industry standards.
Maintenance
One of the most important things which determine the lifespan of a window is how well it’s maintained. Aluminium windows are a low-maintenance option, but a clean and service every now and then will help them to last even longer.
Aluminium windows from Falcon Installations
Thanks to their durability and performance qualities, aluminium windows are a long-lasting option, ideal for homeowners. We install windows and doors in a huge range of properties across South Wales, so if you’re looking to upgrade to aluminium, then get in touch with us at https://www.falconinstallations.co.uk/
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