Recently, people are increasingly abandoning windows made of wood , because they are very difficult to take care of, they are short-lived and require annual painting. But for several years the market has appeared an option for those who prefer natural materials in finishing the house, but do not want to spend too much time to care for them. This wood-aluminum window. The peculiarity of them is that the outside of the tree is protected by aluminum plates from the effects of temperature and atmospheric factors.
Characteristics of wood-aluminum windowsIn the conditions of the modern severe climate, it is very important that the windows do not rot from the rains and are not subjected to deformation from frost and hail. But many people do not want to abandon the tree, as this is the most environmentally friendly material. It has high sound-proof and heat-insulating properties. The wood is easy to handle and suitable for any interior. It is warm and pleasant to the touch and creates a feeling of comfort. But the disadvantage of this material is that because of the effects of moisture, frost and sunlight, it deforms and deteriorates. Therefore, aluminum covers are used to protect the tree from the outside. This metal is very unpretentious and convenient to operate. It is light and weatherproof. These pads can be painted so that they can be in harmony with any facade. Aluminum is a very convenient material because it does not lose its properties for several decades, even under the influence of aggressive weather factors. It is easy to decorate, which allows you to decorate any of the windows of wood and aluminum, any facade. A special coating with powder paint, which does not electrify, allows the pads to stay clean for a long time.
The base is made of solid wood of solid sorts: larch, oak or pine. Outside, the beam is covered with aluminum pads, which are fastened with special plastic clips. This helps to prevent deformation of the tree. To ensure that the frame does not freeze under aluminum, and condensation does not accumulate on it during frost, special polyamide gaskets are used.
What are the tree-aluminum windows?
There are many varieties of such windows. They differ in the manner of installation, shape, features of the fittings and the mechanism for opening the flaps. By the way the aluminum cover is mounted, the windows are of three types:
- The finished frame of wood is covered from the outside with aluminum, which protects the tree;
- On the finished aluminum base, a wooden frame is placed on the inside. Such windows are more durable and durable;
- Between a tree and aluminum use a lining from polyamide that allows to keep a wooden frame more without damage. Such windows have better thermal insulation properties.
Do also wood-aluminum windows with double-glazed windows, single-leaf and double-leaf. They can be made trapezoidal and arched, of different colors and designs. The windows come with swivel and swivel-folding doors, complete with concealed fittings. Especially common are windows of Finnish wood-aluminum. They are distinguished by high quality, durability and a wide variety of design. This type of window consists of two wings, between which blinds or shutters are often mounted.
Advantages of wood-aluminum windows
- they are environmentally safe, because they are made of natural materials;
- These windows have higher sound and heat insulation properties than conventional ones;
- they are durable and very easy to use;
- a convenient design allows you to mount a window of any shape and size, and if necessary, quickly change the double-glazed windows.
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