Why aluminium windows are the top choice for modern homes
27 November 2024 | General
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tag:These designs frequently make bold statements while being able to save space. If you live in a home with a balcony or a significant amount of furniture, sliding patio doors can be an ideal solution for you. And with slim sightlines, the window frames don’t interfere with the view.
We don’t believe in cutting corners by bonding the glass on site. Instead our slimline sliding doors are bonded by London Architectural Glass to ensure maximum performance and durability throughout the lifespan of the door.
At Direct Trade, we try to offer the most up to date materials with modern looks. That’s why we choose to use aluminium. Homeowners can choose from multiple panes and multiple tracking systems for ultra wide apertures with sliding patio doors. Create a modern and elegant home with your next installation.
Contact UsThere’s a reason that we use aluminium so often, even when we love the steel looks of our other products. It’s not just that it’s lightweight and easy to use, though that’s important. It’s that aluminium is incredibly weatherproof. It doesn’t stain as wood does, and aluminium sliding patio doors stay colourfast for years to come.
Unlike other materials, it has a high melting point so that it won’t warp. And polyamide thermal breaks mean that it’s thermally ‘broken’ to reduce heat transfer out of your home. Aluminium and polyamide have a lot of the same properties, which is why they work so well together.
Keep in mind that aluminium offers the best U-values on the market, and our slimline sliding doors have U-values of 1.3 W/m2K. And with your sliding patio doors, aluminium offers better energy efficiency. You’ll reduce draughts and dampness in your home when you choose aluminium.
Talk to our team about our steel alternatives for entry doors, bifold doors, and internal screens. And if you’re a tradesperson looking for a patio door supplier, get in contact today.
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The COR Vision sliding door from Cortizo is a super slender aluminium system offering outstanding versatility and creating a high-end sliding door solution for any property. Frames can also be embedded with the surrounding walls, maximising the amount of glass on display.
Cortizo’s 4600 lift and slide door completely transforms the look of any space, while exhibiting some of the best thermal efficiency on the market. The system is perfect for enclosing large spaces while providing maximum light, with an ultra-smooth opening action and perfect sash sliding over a stainless steel track.
The 4700 sliding door system offers superb contemporary styling and robustness while also maximising natural light. Modern and practical, this system creates a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces while delivering energy efficiency and thermal retention.
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We use Ultion locks as standard, ensuring our customers can offer the highest security on the market.
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Ultion supplies a powerful lock, with an equally powerful anti-snap guarantee. Should your customer’s lock break by snapping, Ultion will refund them £2000.
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Ultion locks have 11 pins, creating just under 300k lock combinations, making it virtually impervious to picking.
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Ultion locks are Kitemark approved, and Secured by Design, tested to rigorous police standards.
If you’re looking to install sliding patio doors, look no further. Our helpful quoting tool helps you with your financial planning. That way, you can know prices and budget ahead of time. Use our quoting engine to find designs, colours and more. We install sliding patio doors throughout the South East.
Cortizo 4600
Please consult regarding maximum weight and dimensions for other opening types
Finishes
Possibility of dual colour systems
Colour powder coating (RAL, mottled and rough)
Wood effect powder coating
Anti-bacterial powder coating
Anodised
Cortizo COR Vision
Please consult regarding maximum weight and dimensions for other opening types
Finishes
Possibility of dual colour systems
Colour powder coating (RAL, mottled and rough)
Wood effect powder coating
Anti-bacterial powder coating
Anodised
Cortizo 4700
Please consult regarding maximum weight and dimensions for other opening types
Finishes
Possibility of dual colour systems
Colour powder coating (RAL, mottled and rough)
Wood effect powder coating
Anti-bacterial powder coating
Anodised
Colours
Pure White RAL-9010
Matt White
Matt Brown
Jet Black RAL-9005
Grey
Gloss White
Gloss Off White
Dark Red
Dark Grey
Dark Green
Dark Brown
Dark Blue
Cream
Black
Anthracite Grey RAL-7016
Airforce Grey
Glass Options
Unglazed
Standard Self Clean
Standard Tough
Solar Control
Self Cleaning
Self Clean Solar Control
Satin Obscure
Laminated Security
Hardware Options
Black 9005
Custom ral
Dark silver
Grey 7016
Light silver
White 9010
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Benefits
Lowered Thresholds — Installers know that government standards continue to rise for accessibility standards and those with low mobility. But lowered thresholds are helpful to everyone, considering that they reduce tripping hazards. Raise the home value by complying with government standards and anticipating future needs.
Reduced Space — Sliding patio doors are the perfect option for homes with balconies or gardens with reduced space. They fit within the frame rather than protruding from the entry. This can help those who have furniture or other obstacles that might hinder swing doors.
Multi Track Options — The multi track options are helpful for those who plan on having multiple sashes with large apertures. It can help open and close your sliding patio doors with ease and efficiency, ensuring that these doors don’t catch.
Sleek Looks — Aluminium profiles with slim sightlines look elegant in any home. Plus, aluminium improves the energy efficiency of your sliding patio doors. With polyamide thermal breaks to help ‘break’ heat transfer outside of the home, your home can afford stunning views and stay warm all year round.
Natural Light — Installing sliding patio doors is a great way to bring natural light into the home. And improving natural light is a great way to improve the moods of every homeowner. Bring light into those dark places when you install sliding patio doors.
Beautiful Views — Whether you’re a homeowner or in the trade, you can create beautiful views when installing sliding patio doors. They work well for both garden or city views and give homes more ambience. Most of our customers appreciate being able to see their gardens throughout the year.
Supply to Trade — Direct Trade fabricates and supplies aluminium sliding patio doors to installers throughout the South East. We have in house manufacturing facilities and highly automated software, in order to lower the lead times between orders and your installation. You can get in touch with our Slough team for more information.
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