Nick Dardalis 
Is there a true competitor or alternative to the new Origin Aluminium Window? Origin have claimed several industry firsts with the Twin Flush Window. What other products are available if a homeowner is looking to compare the Origin window with a similar product? Comparing the Origin window to AluK, Smarts …
Within the home improvement sector aluminium products are enjoying a degree of success, in part due to the popularity of the bifolding door. Over the last 10 years bifolding doors have become more desirable with consumers as illustrated by this chart demonstrating the rise in the volume of people searching Google …
Wicona is an aluminium facade specialist that for a short while has been part of SAPA Building Systems. Also in the group are Technical Systems. Wicona is a long established company specialising in advanced facade glazing solutions with many prestigious buildings having Wicona products installed. Also in their product range are …
A clever design solution is frameless bifolding doors for terraced property, making maximum use of light and space in these smaller homes. In the UK, towns and cities feature many terraced properties that typically have small or narrow long rooms with two-up and two-down room arrangements and small window openings. …
The Origin bifolding door is well established in the UK market, and has been for over 10 years. From the outset the Origin door was a very well-engineered and designed British made product. Updates to the first generation door have included colour coded gasket, the use of Q-Lon seals, colour and …
There are many questions people ask about integral blinds so in this article we are going to try to tackle the main one. As always you’re welcome to contact us if you have any specific questions. Frequently asked questions about integral blinds. Naturally the question on top of most people’s …
Aluminium Systems are the top choice of architects and building designers for hotels. Not only is aluminium specified for the advantages of polyester powder coating, long service life and durability, but commercially aluminium remains the first choice. For hotels, the specification of the right aluminium system is important. Each hotel …
Räum is the new brand manufactured and supplied by Dekko Windows. Dekko are a respected trade supplier and have introduced this new high-end aluminium product range to their network of trade partners. Here we review the aluminium products that are available. The Räum Aluminium Products are available? We recently revealed …
SAPA Building Systems have announced that the Dualframe 75 Si Tilt before Turn system is the first aluminium window to be granted the new A++ window energy rating. The new A++ rating is presently the highest available Window Energy Rating (WER) in the UK. What is the A++ Window Energy …
The new Origin Twin Flush window is available with advanced polyamide thermal breaks giving it excellent U Values and Window Energy Ratings. Now, as an optional extra customers can specify the new Aerogel enhancement to the thermal break. Why windows need products like Aerogel? Systems companies in both PVCu and …
Origin Frames Ltd, manufacturers of the ultra successful Origin bifolding door have today launched their new Origin Aluminium Twin Flush Window. The first generation Origin aluminium casement window already achieved a window industry first in being the very first all aluminium flush sash casement window available. The flush sash arrangement …
What is behind the new Origin Twin Flush Aluminium Window? We believe the new Origin product offers many opportunities for both consumers and the trade. Here we examine the features and specifications. Comparing the Origin Twin Flush Window against PVCu. Residence 9, Evolution, Liniar and others all offer flush sash casement …
The UK home improvement market and the commercial market has now embraced the advantages that commercial doors can bring. Bifolding doors are predominantly fitted in the home but more and more they are being used commercially as well. Cafés, Restaurants and Bars who wish to provide some form of al …
Our article on Anodised aluminium gives an overview of the differences between anodised aluminium and powder coated aluminium. As we stated, finding Anodised aluminium windows and doors can present difficulties with general double glazing firms. Some will simply not offer it. Some will simply not want to for supply and …
When it comes to the colouring and finishing of aluminium, polyester powder coating is the most popular method used. For over forty years, the powder coating process has been extensively used for colouring architectural aluminium, commercial aluminium and the windows and doors used in the home. It is very important …
When choosing the right door for your garage, traditional options like roll-up or sectional doors are often the first thought. You can even have hinged garage doors, assuming there is enough space for the doors to open outwards. We are frequently asked about bifolding doors for garages. To a garage, …
The first thing you will notice once your new bifolding door is installed and particularly if your bifold has replaced an old set of French doors is how much extra glass you have. The addition of more glass is a huge benefit. Smaller properties that have their rear doors replaced …
A frequently asked question about bifolding doors is whether they can incorporate opening windows within them. By that it is meant that the doors have an opening vent within one or more leaves. So can you incorporate an opening window in bifolding door and why would you need it. Why …
The market for timber windows is extensive and nothing beats the craftsmanship, quality, touch and appearance of a real wood window or door. However, timber windows are more expensive than their PVCu or aluminium alternatives. In this article we examine the options open to you if you are looking for …
Whether a salesperson for a window company or a consumer looking to buy new windows, it is important to understand the difference between external and internal beaded windows, the strip that holds the glass panel in place in the frame. This article explains the main differences between internal and external …
Apeer is an established company well known for its modern and contemporary range of composite doors. Already offering their excellent Traditional, Contemporary and Modo collections of door products they have now introduced a brand new seamless glass window and door system called Lumi. What is the Lumi Door and Window …
If you are looking for a contemporary internal door you should pay some attention to frameless glass entrance doors. Any type of home can benefit from having a glass door fitted that comprises no frame at all. Also referred to as glass door leaves, glass doors with patch fittings or …
AluK Systems are based in Newport, Gwent and serve the UK domestic and commercial door and window market through their network of fabricators. They have introduced the BSF70 HD aluminium bifolding door. What is the AluK BSF70 HD Bifolding Door? The new AluK BSF70 HD door is marketed as a …
Drive through any town or city and it is often the case that you will see domestic doors fitted in shops and other public buildings. However according to current Building Regulations, the fitting of PVCu panelled or glazed doors is not acceptable because they cannot be specified with the hardware …
Frameless glass doors offer the maximum amount of visible glass with the least amount of frame, setting them apart from traditional doors. Frameless glass doors provide a minimalist contemporary look that makes the most of your views and maximises light, offering a versatile solution for both residential and commercial properties, …
It is accepted by the construction industry, architects and reputable installers that when it comes to doors for public buildings, commercial doors are the most suitable and fit for purpose product. Commercial doors are governed by Building Regulations, British Standards and other legislation. One area where guidance and provisions are …
Visit any office block or other large commercial building and it is often the case that you will see aluminium commercial doors installed in plant rooms, boiler rooms or engine rooms. These often small rooms are tucked away at the sides and rear of many buildings housing compressors, air conditioning …
Commercial aluminium doors are frequently used as “controlled entry doors” or for general access control. General access control requirements mean that a building needs to monitor who enters and leaves a building rather than providing general free entry and exit. Typical examples include entrance doors to apartment blocks, factories, offices, …
Home improvement projects have changed over the years. Where a traditional bolt-on extension was once the default option builders are now able to offer homeowners a variety of options to make better use of their available space. Today’s home extensions can incorporate sliding or bifolding doors and contemporary windows. One key …
Hybrid Windows, also referred to as composite windows are growing in popularity. Window industry research carried out by organisations such as Palmer research have also reported hybrid products as gaining market share. What is a hybrid or composite window? For those looking for the advantages of both aluminium and timber, …
You may have heard about the upcoming update that Google is about to roll out. The original notification about the mobile friendly update came back in February, and it is due to be unleashed on 21st April 2015. However you may not have noticed, but back in November 2014 Google started labelling …
Consumers looking to purchase double glazing will encounter many “double glazing industry bodies” whilst researching door and window suppliers and installers. Who are these double glazing industry bodies, what do they do, and do they provide value to the window companies they represent and the consumers they seek to protect? …
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