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Wood-aluminium windows and balcony doors
A harmonious combination of natural aesthetics and functionality.
Resistance to sun and weather
Aluminium is chosen as the exterior frame material because of its exceptionally high resistance. This material can withstand sunlight and extreme temperatures, as well as salinity, corrosive substances and harsh weather such as rain, wind and snow. Aluminium does not change or corrode, retaining its characteristics over time without requiring maintenance.
Burglary protection
Despite its lightness, aluminium has properties that give it considerable mechanical strength. This material is extremely difficult to break, making it absolutely the best choice of construction material for the security and peace of mind of windows, doors and balcony doors.
Versatility of style
Combining two very different materials creates a product capable of meeting different aesthetic requirements. The presence of both materials allows different finishes and colours to be chosen for the inside and outside of the house. This is an ideal solution for those who want to give their home a distinctive character while respecting condominium or municipal requirements.
Through colouring and oxidation processes, aluminium can take on a wide range of colours, from gloss to matt tones, with the option of additional scratch-resistant finishes or sandblasting for a rougher or satin appearance. Wood, on the other hand, comes in various species and can retain its natural appearance or be treated with paints and brushing to achieve different textures and colours.
Lightness
Aluminium and wood are lightweight yet exceptionally strong materials, allowing their use for large windows without the additional reinforcement often needed with PVC. French windows and large wood-aluminium windows make rooms feel airy, enhancing natural light transmission and brightening the space.
A feeling of warmth
Wood on the inside of a window or door provides a pleasant feeling; its authentic appearance adds comfort, warmth and familiarity to a room. Aluminium on the outside performs its role of keeping the home secure and durable. The combination adds to the home's aesthetic value, creating harmony between interior and exterior.
Thermal and sound insulation
Wood and aluminium are excellent materials for thermally insulating your home. With thermal breaks in all latest-generation windows and doors, and wood's natural insulating properties, these windows ensure optimal thermal insulation, resulting in greater energy efficiency and lower heating and cooling costs. Excellent insulation also contributes to a high level of sound insulation, particularly important in urban settings and for overall living comfort.
A long-term investment
Aluminium's strength guarantees a long frame life, while the combination of wood and aluminium provides exceptional thermal insulation, preventing moisture, mould and condensation. With regular maintenance of the wooden part, these factors make an aluminium-wood frame a truly long-lasting solution.
Although prices and manufacturing quotes for these windows vary, the quality-to-price ratio is generally favourable when all their positive characteristics are considered. Functionality, practicality, design, security and thermal insulation make them an excellent long-term investment, with a service life of 50 years or more, considerably longer than PVC frames.
Environmental protection
Aluminium is a naturally available and environmentally sustainable material; it can be 100 per cent recycled without losing its characteristics, making it exceptionally sustainable. Meanwhile, the wood used to manufacture wood-aluminium windows and doors comes from controlled FSC-certified forests, guaranteeing responsible reforestation practices.
Ultimately, we can conclude that wood-aluminium windows are an ideal solution for environmentally conscious individuals, unlike PVC, which, as a plastic material, has limited recycling possibilities.
It is important to note that wood and aluminium do not release harmful substances, even at high temperatures, making them a safe choice for a healthy indoor home environment.
Maintenance of
Although aluminium and wooden windows and doors have many advantages, regular maintenance of the wooden parts is important. As a natural material, wood requires more frequent checks of its varnish and treatment to preserve its quality. Since wood is used only for the inner part of the frame and sash in aluminium-wood constructions, the outer aluminium part resists the weather very well and requires no special maintenance. In brief, maintaining the wooden parts is essential for longevity and aesthetics.
