Exploring the New Schuco AWS 70 SC Aluminium Window
Schuco launched the brand new AWS 70 SC casement window in late September as a cost effective aluminium window for the residential and light commercial market, whilst retaining the engineering and high...
View ArticleWhat’s behind the new Origin Aluminium Window?
Designing any new aluminium window brings various technical challenges and in particular when this is a brand new product rather than a modification of an existing window. For those that wish to...
View ArticleAluK Systems win in The Sunday Times British Home Awards
The Sunday Times British Home Awards are an annual event that have been instrumental in promoting great change in the way new homes are designed. AluK windows, doors and sliding doors feature...
View ArticleAluk and Business Information Modelling
The way architects design their buildings has changed over recent years as technology improves with sophisticated software, 3d Printing and the availability of large volumes of information in...
View Article6 Questions Consumers Should Ask Double Glazing Companies – And The Answers
Are you a consumer about to embark on buying new double glazing? For some customers the thought of purchasing double glazing is not something they look forward to. Typical reservations and negative...
View ArticleNew Commercial Door From Senior Architectural Systems
A new commercial door has been launched by the well respected Senior Architectural Aluminium that offers several improvements over their existing well designed commercial door. Any entrance that is not...
View ArticleKloeber success in bifolding doors brings new bespoke showroom
Kloeber UK has been trading for nearly 10 years and can be credited with being one of the first companies to realise the potential of exhibiting products at shows like Grand Designs and getting their...
View ArticleWhat is the solution to old windows in listed buildings?
For many years the home improvement industry has been trying to change the way double glazing is viewed by planners and those making decisions about new windows in listed or traditional buildings. Now...
View ArticleWhat is a door closer?
Door closing devices have been in use on doors virtually since doors themselves were first invented. The first patent for a door closing device was issued in 1873 in America, prior to this door closing...
View ArticleThere is more to doors than composite doors.
If you are currently looking for a new front door for your home what door choices do you think are available to you? Composite doors form the majority of what you will see in double glazing showrooms...
View ArticleHidden Secrets of Concealed Door Closers.
Concealed door closers, transom closers or concealed overhead closers as they are also known are today widely used in all types of metal, wood or steel doors. Concealed overhead closers are ideal as...
View ArticleThe advantages of automatic doors for businesses large and small
Many businesses might consider automatic doors as a luxury or unnecessary expense when designing or refurbishing their building. But installing automatic doors to even a small shop can bring advantages...
View ArticleDoors for commercial premises and the Equalities Act
Any service provider must ensure they make reasonable adjustments so that their doors can comply with their legal obligations under the Equalities Act. If you are a door and window company that is...
View ArticleAre You Complying With Commercial Door Regulations?
Do you give thought to compliance with the regulations concerning commercial doors, are you breaking the law? Approved Document M and BS8300 are part of the current Building Regulations therefore doors...
View ArticleComparing composite doors to other types of entrance doors
Are you looking for new aluminium windows and doors to replace every window and door in your property? Perhaps you have bought a new house that needs all the windows and doors replacing. Maybe you have...
View ArticleDoor Hardware for Disabled Access
It is not just the door closer, the glass or the weight of the door that can affect its ability to make it easy to use and comply with Part M and BS8300. The other important hardware fitted to the...
View ArticleWhat is best? French Doors, Patio Doors or Bifolding Doors?
If you are currently renovating your home, the back of the property will in most cases be where you will be deciding what kind of doors to have. The choices of doors for the back of the house are...
View ArticleAre you breaking the law when fitting doors for commercial buildings?
With the increased demand for aluminium products and particularly in commercial buildings, there are many window companies that are installing doors for commercial buildings and completely unaware that...
View ArticleAutomatic Doors and Disabled Access
If your business premises are used by disabled people or people with impaired ability it is quite likely that even with manual doors they may find it difficult to operate them. Automatic doors can...
View ArticleWhat is better made – Aluminium or PVCu?
PVCu Windows have improved substantially in recent years. Today you will find some high quality plastic windows that are extremely energy-efficient, very secure and with fine detailing. Casement...
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