Windows Doors
In modern home decoration, doors and windows, as an important part of the building, not only play a role in dividing spaces and ensuring safety, but also have a significant impact on the aesthetics and comfort of the home. And aluminum alloy doors and windows, with their numerous advantages, have become the preferred choice for many homeowners.
01.The Charm of Aluminum Alloy Doors and Windows
Lightweight and Sturdy: Aluminum alloy itself is light in weight. Compared with traditional wooden or steel doors and windows, it is much easier to carry and install. However, do not underestimate its strength due to its lightness. Aluminum alloy doors and windows feature high strength and durability, capable of withstanding strong wind pressure and various collisions in daily use, providing reliable protection for home safety.
Excellent Corrosion Resistance: Aluminum alloy has good corrosion resistance and is not easily affected by oxidation. Whether facing a humid environment or outdoor wind and rain erosion, it can maintain a beautiful appearance for a long time. Unlike wooden doors and windows that are prone to decay, or steel doors and windows that are easy to rust, it greatly reduces the cost and trouble of maintenance and replacement.
Aesthetic and Diverse Appearance: Aluminum alloy doors and windows have a rich variety of surface treatment processes, which can achieve different color and texture effects. Whether in a simple modern style or a classic and elegant tone, the appearance design of aluminum alloy doors and windows can be matched to add unique charm to the home, meeting the aesthetic needs of different homeowners.
Superior Sealing Performance: Through advanced extrusion molding processes, aluminum alloy profiles can be produced with complex cross-sectional structures, making aluminum alloy doors and windows perform excellently in airtightness, water tightness, thermal insulation, and sound insulation. It can effectively isolate external noise, making the home environment quieter and more comfortable. At the same time, good airtightness and water tightness can also prevent rainwater leakage and air penetration, maintain stable indoor temperature, and save energy consumption.
Easy to Process and Customize: Aluminum alloy materials are easy to process and manufacture. According to different building structures and homeowners' personalized needs, doors and windows of various shapes, sizes, and opening methods can be customized, such as side-hung, sliding, folding, top-hung, etc., fully meeting the usage requirements of different spaces.
02.Types and Characteristics of Aluminum Alloy Doors and Windows
Casement Windows
Advantages:
Large opening area ensures excellent ventilation.
Superior sealing performance, outstanding in sound insulation, thermal insulation, and anti-leakage.
Inner casement windows are convenient for window cleaning; outer casement windows do not occupy indoor space when opened.
Disadvantages:
Relatively smaller window width may limit the view.
Outer casement windows occupy outdoor space when opened and are prone to damage in strong winds; inner casement windows occupy part of the indoor space, which may inconvenience the use of screens and curtains.
Sliding Windows
Advantages:
Simple and aesthetic appearance, large window width and glass panels, providing a broad view and high light transmittance.
Convenient for glass cleaning, flexible to use, safe and reliable with a long service life.
Opened within a single plane, occupying minimal space, and easy to install screens. It is currently one of the most widely used door and window types.
Disadvantages:
Two sashes cannot be opened simultaneously, with a maximum opening of only half, resulting in relatively poorer ventilation than casement windows.
Sealing performance may be slightly inferior in some cases.
Top-Hung Windows
This form is developed based on casement windows. When closed, pulling the upper part of the window inward can open a small gap (about 10 cm).
Advantages:
Enables ventilation while ensuring safety, especially suitable for use when no one is at home.
Now, sliding windows can also achieve top-hung opening!
03.Purchasing Tips
Check the Thickness
The thickness of aluminum alloy door and window profiles is crucial. Generally, the wall thickness of the main load-bearing members of aluminum alloy windows should be over 1.4 mm, and that of aluminum alloy doors should exceed 2.0 mm. If the profile is too thin, its strength and stability will be insufficient, making it prone to deformation and damage during use.
Compare the Craftsmanship
Carefully inspect the processing technology of the doors and windows:
Check for welding defects such as open welds or missed welds.
Ensure the door leaf and frame close tightly, with uniform gaps and smooth opening/closing.
Pay attention to the paint finish: it should be bright in color, clear in texture, and free of scratches, dents, or bubbles.
Examine Sealing Performance
For aluminum alloy doors and windows with inlaid glass (especially those using insulating glass design), sealing performance is critical:
Inspect the tightness of the glass interlayer. Check not only the front glass adhesive coating for completeness but also the back weather stripping for flatness, ensuring no curling or groove detachment.
Select Fittings
The quality of hardware accessories for aluminum alloy doors and windows (such as hinges, door handles, locks, etc.) directly affects their service life. For doors and windows installed in humid environments like bathrooms or kitchens, choose rust-resistant materials, such as stainless steel hinges, locks, and handles.
04.Maintenance Tips for Aluminum Alloy Doors and Windows
Usage Precautions
When opening or closing doors/windows, act gently and avoid excessive force. If they don't slide smoothly, do not pull/push hard. First check if debris like dust or sand is blocking the tracks, and clean them promptly to keep the tracks unobstructed.
Regular Cleaning
Clean aluminum alloy doors/windows regularly. Use a soft cloth dipped in water or neutral detergent for wiping. Avoid strong acid-base cleaners (e.g., laundry detergent, stain remover, toilet cleaner), as they may erode the protective layer of profiles and hardware.
When wiping, do not step on the aluminum frame to prevent deformation.
Track Maintenance
Avoid water accumulation around doors/windows during rainy days. If water enters the sliding tracks, dry it immediately.
After long-term use, apply some machine oil or paraffin oil to the tracks to ensure smooth sliding.
Hardware Inspection
Regularly check vulnerable parts such as positioning shaft pins, wind braces, and floor springs. Add lubricating oil in a timely manner to keep them clean and flexible. Replace damaged parts immediately.
Sealing fuzzy strips and glass sealant are key structures for ensuring airtightness and thermal insulation. Repair or replace them promptly if they fall off or get damaged.
05.Conclusion
In summary, aluminum alloy doors and windows have become the ideal choice for home decoration due to their numerous advantages, including light weight, sturdiness, aesthetic appeal, durability, and excellent sealing performance. As long as we master the correct purchasing methods and pay attention to maintenance during use, aluminum alloy doors and windows can bring long-term comfort and safety to our home life.