With everything from energy prices to personal security dominating today’s news cycles, homeowners are more aware than ever of the importance of outfitting their property with high quality windows. That’s because unlike standard contractor-grade windows, high quality windows like the ones manufactured by Australia’s own A & L are designed to let property owners see savings as well as they see outdoors.
As windows can constitute between 5 – 7% of the cost of a new home, builders rely on standard aluminium extruded framed windows with single-layered glass to keep costs down. The problem is that these windows are far from energy efficient or intrusion-proof, leaving homeowners to wrestle with far steeper heating and air conditioning costs, and even insurance premiums than they originally anticipated. However, by upgrading to A & L windows, they’re able to simultaneously tap into a range of homeowner savings and splendour that wouldn’t be possible otherwise.
Timeless Styling and Savings With Premium A & L Window Collections
Ask any tradie, general contractor or builder which company has the highest quality, and most innovative range of residential windows in Australia, and they’re likely to tell you how AL Window Collections are virtually unmatched in every respect. A & L windows combine timeless contemporary style with the superior energy efficiency and unsurpassed durability needed to keep homes, pool houses and similar structures dust-free, climate-controlled and safe throughout the year.
Every window and window accessory is designed, manufactured and tested in Australia, guaranteeing full compliance with AS2047 and AS1170 standards for weather resistance and structural performance. And their ability to transform the look and feel of any living, working or recreational space is as dramatic as the impact they’ll have on saving energy and security.
Minimalism is the cornerstone of contemporary design. Simple forms, smooth lines and uninterrupted symmetry; these are the attributes that all A & L window designers start from. They’re the hallmarks of ageless styling, and A & L incorporates them into every model in their collection, which includes:
- Versatile awning windows. Top hinged awning windows are versatile enough to permit all-weather ventilation without allowing the great outdoors inside, and are suitable for a wide range of interior configurations.
- Transformative bifold windows. Whether it’s dining or entertaining, collapsable bifold doors are perfect for transforming indoor and outdoor activities, without sacrificing A & L’s commitment to efficiency.
- Stunning corner windows. No matter if it’s from inside or out, corner windows provide a uniquely stunning and seamless view that delivers optimal light flow and impact from all directions.
- Traditional double hung windows. Vertical sliding double hung windows offer simple styling and a traditional aesthetic that allows ventilation either at the top, bottom or both ends of the frame.
- All-visual fixed windows. A & L’s premium fixed windows are the ultimate expression of uniquely expansive visual statements, and are available in a range of radius, elliptical, raked, and rectangular shapes.
- Breezway® louvre windows. With their smooth contours and simple operation, Breezway louvre windows allow homeowners to combine maximum airflow with structural elegance and effortless luxury.
- Classic sliding windows. Classic horizontal sliding glass windows are commonly found in areas like laundries and bathrooms where space is at a premium but still requires minimal effort to operate and maintain.
A & L also understands that flexibility is an essential component of contemporary window design. They know that not every home is blueprinted for standard-sized windows; that’s why they offer boutique versions of their popular awning, bifold, corner, fixed and sashless window lines. They can be manufactured to any size or dimension a homeowner specifies, making them the perfect complement to an already unmatched list of efficient, and fully customisable qualities that A & L windows are synonymous with.
Durable Materials Give A & L Windows Their All-Season Strength and Stability
Let’s be honest: while it’s easy to understand why new homewners often settle for contractor-grade windows, the actual cost of opting for standard vinyl or composite windows can be dramatic. As much as 87% of a home’s unwanted summertime heat buildup and 40% of its winter time heat loss occurs through poorly constructed windows; and let’s not forget persistent exposure to UV radiation and moisture-saturated salt air for those who live by the coast.
These are the reasons why energy efficient A and L window installs are a proposition that no homeowner can afford to ignore. Together with their premium styling, every A & L window is constructed to withstand Australia’s unforgiving climate, and built around a core of strong, stable materials that include:
- Corrosion-, and moisture-resistant aluminium frames. A & L uses only high quality aluminium profiles as the basis for all their award-winning windows, with either premium MDF, or pine or meranti reveals. The result is a family of easy to install windows without unsightly rivet or screws, that offer superior energy efficiency and heat blocking properties, and are available in a range of up to 10 colours.
- A choice of glasses and glazings. A L windows can be fitted with a choice of single glass, double glazing, or specialty glass configurations. Double Insulated Glass Units (IGUs) are the most common type that A & L manufactures, comprised of two pieces of AS1288-compliant glazed glass separated by an Argon gas-filled gap. This inert gas possesses incredible insulating properties, and is crucial for blocking the thermal characteristics on one side of the window from traveling to the other.
- Security features that count. While all A & L windows can be upgraded to toughened safety glass or laminated security glass for enhanced intrusion resistance, their standard locking features, including integrated key-locking mechanisms for maximum protection against break-ins, can be one-key configured allowing a single key to be used with multiple window locks.
With their durable construction and compatibility with all building types in either standard or boutique sizes, homeowners can appreciate that A and L windows are also designed with region-specific installations in mind. Whether it’s bushfire prone states where windows are required to be Bushfire Attack Level (BAL40) rated, or in coastal or cliffside areas where cyclone/high wind load classifications are necessary, A & L makes windows to fit each of these environments. And as window serviceability is a high priority in many of these special regions, A & L also makes sure that a full roster of spare parts for their most popular models is available for homeowners and tradies to keep their windows serviceable at all times.
Replacement Parts Help Retain Original A & L Window Quality
Make no mistake: with more than 40 years in the business of designing and manufacturing some of the most robust windows in Australia, tradies and contractors know that along with their style and efficiency, they can trust A L Window quality. Their 10 year warranty on all non-moving parts, 3 year warranty on moving parts and 1 year warranty on glass demonstrates just how confident they are about their products in the face of Australia’s unrelenting climate. Nothing, however, is completely impervious to nature’s grinding severity, which is why A & L carries a full line of premium replacement parts for the most common window difficulties:
- Sliding window parts, including corner and end caps, guides and rollers;
- Window hardware, including locks, latches and handles; and,
- Window accessories, flyscreen clips and stops, and touch-up paint sprays.
The fact is, with proper installation, a homeowner never needs to worry about the quality, workmanship or reliability of an A & L window. If the need does arrive though, they can be confident that original AL Windows repair and replacement parts are available to restore their original quality.
The Final Word
At the end of the day, with the range of climate extremes that are possible across the country, it’s no wonder why Australia leads the world in energy efficient windows. And it’s no coincidence that a 100% Australian company has taken the lead on manufacturing energy efficient windows that are not only attractive, but can also be built to any size or dimension.
Modern AL window collections offer unmatched energy efficiency and security, providing a cost benefit that homeowners can’t afford to dismiss. They’re the windows that builders and contractors would choose for themselves.
