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Pros Offers a sleek and streamlined look,
allows for larger views, cheaper than
timber, lots of great powdercoated finishes
to choose from
Cons May dent or pitt over time, not as
secure as steel or as energy-efficient as timber
Suits More modern or minimalist homesThere’s no denying aluminium’s popularity
as a window and door treatment – simply
because it’s more affordable, easy to care
for and perfect for first-home buyers.
“Alumnium has a place in many areas
of the home because it comes in so many
different thicknesses,” says Stewart Horton.
“In the 1990s, the chunky aluminum
profile for windows and doors was
popular, but people are starting to err
on the side of thinner profiles again.”
The biggest choice of aluminium
windows and doors in Australia can be
found at Stegbar, says the company’sChristine Evans. “Our standard range has
a slim perimeter frame, which gives you
a nice clear, unobstructed view. Our
Alumiere suite has a slightly thicker sash
and frame, giving you a bolder framing
aspect to your window and view. We also
have a composite suite called Siteline,
which is aluminium on the outside
(so you get that durability in terms of
maintenance) and timber on the inside
(with that really nice aesthetic of having
timber within the home).”
PVC and aluminium doors are making
a comeback in Australia, too, says
Christine. “This combination is very
durable, and manufacturers are now much
better at making PVC products for our
conditions. It’s quite common in colder
regions, where you have a traditional
aluminium door and a polyamine or
plastic strip in between that stops the
transfer of heat or cold.”SLIM FIT Black aluminium
windows frame the interiors
of this Armadale, Victoria, home
by Tom Robertson Architects
PHOTOGRAPHY: LILLIE THOMPSON (TOM R). STYLING: KATE LEE (TOM R)and Built by Luxe.