More Frequently Asked Questions about Aluminium doors and windows

Are aluminium windows better than timber?

In terms of price they are very similar and its really down to your personal choice of style and finish, but Aluminium windows are maintenance free whereas timber framed will require much treatment and care in the long run.

Are aluminium windows fire rated?

They are not fire rated because Aluminium has a melting point and not burning point so therefore will melt instead of flame up in fire.

Are aluminium windows soundproof?

This depends on the thickness of glass installed and frame applied, always ask the fabricator before purchasing, if you are after the sound proof quality Aluminium doors and windows.

How do i repaint aluminium windows?

Clean the Aluminium Window Frame, remove any Stains, apply a coat of metal primer to whole of the aluminium window or door and paint away but Ensure the paint used is suitable for aluminium, make sure to consult a specialist at doorwins.com

how much does a single aluminium window cost?

The average cost for 1 aluminium glazed windows is between £450 and £1015 depending on style, brand size and frame width, also colour.

Where to buy aluminium windows?

There are many manufacturers across the whole of the UK but we would be very silly to not say ‘’call us at Doorwins and we can certainly help you choose the correct windows and doors for your project.

Can aluminium window frames rust?

Aluminium material does not rust like other metals, however they do corrode. When they do corrode its not a brown substance but a white powdery coat that starts to appear, easily removable and treatable.

How to replace aluminium windows?

The removal and replacement of the windows and doors should always be done by a specialist, but some builders are known to do this as well and fit the windows or doors themselves. Always keep in mind the procedure of taking out the old units without damaging the frame or brickwork and any sort of sill that may sit below the windows. You can obtain specials tools for this job.

How to clean aluminium windows?

Using a garden hose spray the door or windows with clean water and scrub the frame once wet using a special aluminium cleaner or detergent. Wipe down the frames from top to bottom making sure they are dry. You can also use aluminium shine spray after this.

Are timber or Aluminium Windows cheaper?

Timber is always more expensive due to the process of gaining it, such as tree cutting, filing and other techniques required to obtain and mould the wood into shape.

what are aluminium doors?

Long guarantees and warrantee periods are very attractive, were as upvc windows and doors are normally 10 years warranted, Aluminium doors or windows are 25 years of guarantee and warranty periods. Nearly double in security with the multi locking systems and thickness available.

What different types of Aluminium doors are available?

Aluminium Slide & Fold Doors, bifold doors, sliding pane glass doors, casement doors, aluminium front doors, back doors and aluminium lift and slide doors as well as corner less bifold doors are to name a few. Not forgetting office doors, commercial doors and security doors for flats and apartments.

how to clean aluminium doors?

Use a garden hose to douse your double glazing doors & windows frames with water and then Scrub the frames with a special aluminium cleaner, Wipe down the frames from top to bottom and finally Rinse with clean water and then dry.

how to paint aluminium doors?

The best way to repaint or newly paint these alu doors are exterior-grade spray-paint with a brush stroke evenly. We have found that to give the best finished results but that doesn’t mean that you cant use normal paint, aluminium is a tough old thing and any paint will stick just fine.

how much do aluminium doors cost?

Here at doorwins you can buy an aluminium door for as cheap as £799.00 to as much as £4500, it all depends on the system you choose (sliding, bifold, entry).

Are Aluminium doors more expensive than uPVC?

Yes, aluminium doors are a lot more expensive than pvc due to the metal material and security factors, usually up to 4 times more expensive.

What types of glass is available for aluminium doors and windows?

Float Glass, Safety Laminated Glass, Obscured Glass, Annealed Glass, Tinted Glass, Tempered Glass, Insulated Glass, Mirrored Glass, Wired Glass, Heat Strengthened Glass are the most common but bespoke design is also available at doorwins.

Are aluminium windows and doors safe?

Due to durable nature these aluminium windows and doors are very very safe and more so than timber which can be vulnerable to forced entry when they degrade over the years. Always buy the better lock systems if given the option to do so.

What styles of Bifold doors are available?

Thin, ultra slim and thick are the first things that come to mind with bifold doors and then the number of panes (glass units) such as a 3 pane bifold door or 4 panes of glass were 1 pane accounts for a single folded unit of the bifold. Again, it comes to size and you can always find the correct size at Doorwins.com.

What are corner bifold doors?

Corner less bifold doors are the newest most pretty things on the market today. Without a full corner of a wall or conservatory the bifold doors once met in the middle make up the corner of that room or extension.