Windows & Doors

limlim

9 July 2015

Internal bedroom (1 of the two) has no window

I am looking at a few apartments in Melbourne city and quite often one of the two bedrooms have NO windows. can I knock down part of the wall to install a window and what…

windowbrother

7 July 2015

Double Hung Windows

they lain you, compared with sliding window, awning window more expensive 10-15%, just because the awning window has to be added another set hardware.

windowbrother

7 July 2015

which type of glass for UPVC windows in Perth

I would like to recommend double low-e insulation 5+12+5 glass.

windowbrother

7 July 2015

Garage Door

Stewie D

7 July 2015

How to compare u-values of windows e.g. 3.0 vs 4.5

The window coverings will also affect the overall U-value. If you're going to have thick curtains and pelmets, they have their own u-value of around 7…

dolphinblu

3 July 2015

Is It Worth Double Glazing for Aluminium Frame Window?

Check out Rylock Windows & Doors. Very happy with their double glazed windows which are timber framed with outer frame aluminium. Australian Made as well Loving my windows.

ECOECO

1 July 2015

Double glazing v. laminated glass

Jason007

19 June 2015

Stegbar

I think there is an office in Canley Vale, Hume Highway?

ECOECO

19 June 2015

Windows won't stay up

Google Spiral Balance There are youtube videos, and suppliers etc. How you do it depends on your window. Ed

Treeseachanger

15 June 2015

what timber

Maybe take it to a furniture maker or carpenter for ID?

TOBHAGIRATH

5 June 2015

Information for Glass Door

Hi I want to install a Glass Door with wooden boundary to my small study room. any one please suggest any good shop from where I can buy it from SYDNEY area. and trade…

MrBee

4 June 2015

Temporary Window Coverings Megathread

http://Www.betterthansheets.com.au Ship in 24hrs and 100% buyer satisfaction! Come in black or white and come in boxes of 6 blinds enough to do 6 windows for only $75see…

13Jack

4 June 2015

Who knows about Thermalite plantation shutters ? HELP !

Let's see what others have to say goody59

dolphinblu

2 June 2015

Double glaze in Sydney? Window & door types?

HopelessRomantic- I think it is great that they are locally made. They have direct responsibility for the workmanship. Angelique is very knowledgable and I found the staff…

johnparker

28 May 2015

Window installation and repair

If fenestration, especially windows installed at your home is damaged and seeks repairs, then it is best to hire professional services. With expertise, knowledge and…

13Jack

28 May 2015

What is non toxic,fully recyclable polymer foam in shutters?

Has anyone had this type of shutters?

HopelessRomantic

24 May 2015

Thermally broken aluminum, comfort plus and double glazing

So I am interested in what you have discovered so far? We are building an extension and upgrading the existing house. We are in Sydney and planning on having double…

ctvu

21 May 2015

Double Glazed French Windows

Thank you Ed for the link, I shall pay them a visit this week end. Cheers

bones

16 May 2015

Bi fold doors - wide panels?

Racbabm, did you manage to find a solution to this problem. I currently have the same issue. Please let me know. Thank you.

Stewie D

16 May 2015

What type of glass do you have for winter sun?

I have to agree. Work out your orientation to suit minimal summer sun and maximise the winter sun but equally work out your shading devices for this aspect. There are a…

goldy-9

14 May 2015

painted or stained glass doors separating kitchen from larde

hi guys up to putting in the glass sliding doors between kitchen and larder. Was getting them stained, then painted "designer white". But have seen on here tonigt a…

cheapblinds

12 May 2015

Double glazed windows and window coverings

Hi Row Curtains can be expensive if your on a budget... in my home i have large double glazed windows which are great for noise, heat and cold...so I have finished…

dalemengel

11 May 2015

Turning Door Into Louvred Window?

Hi all, I decided to put a secondary entry/exit door into my living room, but thinking I should have made this a window as the door opening inwards eats into floor…

cheapblinds

8 May 2015

Window tinting or roller shutters?

Since I am a business. In my work I have to visit many houses. In most of the new houses I have seen people tinting their windows rather than putting roller blinds.

Avoca26

6 May 2015

Advice Please: Window size differnt to house plans

Hi Naomi. I have PM'd you

Stewie D

6 May 2015

Window without flashing & seepage through slab

oneJohn

5 May 2015

Highlight windows or 28c sliding doors?

2100mm tall sliders don't necessarily look odd with 2700mm ceilings. Do all your windows and internal doors go up to 2400mm?? Alternatively, the highlight windows seem to…

MrsJM

4 May 2015

Ceiling track vs Pelmet system (Curtains)

Has anyone ever asked one of the 'Homeworld' builders to assist with the recessed curtain tracks? I want them but I've already asked for so many random custom type…

MrsJM

1 May 2015

Windows in showers

Thanks for all of the replies. I'll have to do some googling... Very new to the building game and so I'm a bit worried about the finish now if tiling around these windows…

JnMoopls

29 April 2015

Electromechanical or Electromagnetic Lock?

These locks look…

psdillon

28 April 2015

"Designer" windows?

Thanks very much, checking them…

TheBigHouse

17 April 2015

Please help! Can i fit a door and if so, what size?

A 720 door would fit but would require a custom made architrave at the very least. You've only got 135mm to play with on the inside if you use a 720 door which is a closet…

ECOECO

13 April 2015

Low e glass

Hi all, Sorry to hijack your thread, but I'm struggling with this as well. My build is yet to start but I will ave two bedroom windows (bed 2 &…

Joker

2 April 2015

sliding door options

25 year warranty only applys to original owner, is voided as soon as u sell, , most aussies move every 7 years

snowy stockman

22 March 2015

Basix m2 measurement

Mine on Basix are including the frame.

goody59

20 March 2015

Sliding double glazed windows

I can only imagine that frames for sliding windows would have to be re engineered because of doubling the weight of the sliding window.

Hootie

16 March 2015

Retrofit louvre window to normal window

Thanks Ed, I will check with them. Cheers

Stewie D

14 March 2015

Cavity slider dimension

If you have handles on the sides of the doors ( usually the recessed kind for cavity sliders ), then you need to allow probably at least 50 - 60mm of the doors sticking…

PixiGT

12 March 2015

Window tint in Western Sydney

Good luck - hope it all goes well Sent using Tapatalk

Stewie D

7 March 2015

Privacy glass windows in the living room

ps. Am trying to attach a photo but it won't paste. You can't paste a photo directly into your post here on the forums. You have to upload…

Roomeat

4 March 2015

Supplying Own Doors After Handover?

Oh ok that sounds cool. So I would imagine if both doors are "pre-hung" then the hinges are located the same to be able to do that? Never thought the was so much for a…

yvonneh

3 March 2015

Are door handles from overseas interchangeable?

I was wondering if I buy door handles from the us or Canada if they're interchangeable with the Australian ones? I happen to like a few of the more rustic looking ones…

ECOECO

3 March 2015

Pvcu windows

Double glazing will make a very big difference, for example our standard double glazed window stops 34.5 dB... the thicker the glass the better, and it is best if each…

1rocky

27 February 2015

Screens for corner (pillarless) sliding doors

great idea

Skull

27 February 2015

Vertical Blinds

I always love fresh air especially in autumn so i end up having sliding windows because I can let the air get inside the house by simply sliding the window panel. So I…

wall-e

23 February 2015

Double glazed or thermally broken windows

Thanks for you inputs. double glazing is bit expensive and it is going to be out of my budget

Leksie5000

14 February 2015

louvres - cost

We have 11 louvres in our new build. Are we going to fall off our chair when we get the quotes? 2 1500 x 600 1 1800 x 600 1800 x 2100 fixed and louvre 5 2100 x 600 1…

bpratt

12 February 2015

Home Theater Door

Solid timber door from any of the door manufacturers should do the job nicely for you. Just don't try cavity doors or double doors, as they leak sound too easily, and are…

bashworth

11 February 2015

Standard entry door for appartments

In my 5 year old Footscray apartment the clear opening width is 775mm