Aluminium – The Modern and Minimal Choice for Your Home
Aluminium. Forget coke cans and tin foil, this versatile and slick contemporary metal is the new must-have in your home if you want to create a modern and minimal look. In particular, it is the ideal choice for your doors and window frames. If you’re currently picking out window designs for your design project, here’s a closer look at why Aluminium is the way to go…
Aluminium was traditionally used in the framework of commercial buildings and offices, but is becoming an increasing popular choice for domestic use. The reason for its commercial success was the fact that, alongside exceptional aesthetics, aluminium door and window frames can be found at great value for money.
Aluminium is robust too. Unlike wooden door and window frames, which need ongoing maintenance to keep at their best, aluminium changes very little over time – irrespective of the attention you give them. Wooden frames can easily end up rotting, but not so with aluminium. Even sunlight will not have any damaging properties on aluminium. UV rays will no impact on your designs. No bending. No discolouration. It will not rust either, and if it appears dirty it can be quickly wiped clean with a damp cloth – a huge improvement on having to re-paint your wooden windows and doors every few years!
The most eye-catching contemporary design involves innovation and aluminium allows for this with ease. Aluminium window and door frames can be built to almost any shape and size you can imagine! The only real limitation being your budget. Whether you want small and simple square window boxes to let in light to your hallway or expansive aluminium window frames that stretch across two floors with heavy duty triple-glazed glass panels – it’s all achievable.
Aluminium is ideal for sliding doors (both mono rail and visoglide), smart wall screen systems, traditional window frames, conservatories and a variety of front and back doors.
The creative possibilities of aluminium continue further with the capacity for colouration. You don’t need to opt for the typical metal finish but can instead add quirk and character. Choose bold primary colours or try a wood effect look – whatever your tastes desire. Unless you live in a protected building where aluminium installations are restricted or the modern styling’s simply just won’t fit, there really isn’t a better choice for windows and doors of the 21st century.
What about the safety of aluminium frames? While period features may look attractive, they can have huge fire risks. Not with aluminium doors and window frames, these are all extremely fire resistant – an attractive selling point for any modern home.
Aluminium is energy efficient too. It’s malleable and light – easy to work with for manufacturers. This means it’s possible to create doors and window frames which have high weather resistance, air tightness and energy efficiency. Not only will they look appealing in your home, they help achieve lower energy bills! This metal is recyclable too, so if you ever decide to get rid of your frames you don’t have to damage the environment.
The blog post was provided by Vevo Windows, premium suppliers of Vevo Aluminium Doors and Windows.
