Will it Suit my Windows
Will ecoGlaze suit my windows?
Yes, ecoGlaze will suit these types of windows.
- most types of timber windows commonly used in Australian homes
- some types of commercial grade aluminum windows
- and glass doors too!
ecoGlaze’s beautifully crafted mouldings are made of timber that can be painted or stained to match your existing window frames, or white powder coated aluminium mouldings so they visually suit any style of window.
ecoGlaze can suit commercial grade aluminum windows as found in many apartment blocks, commercial buildings, and some houses. ecoGlaze is not suitable for residential style aluminium sliding windows.
Suits most types of timber windows and doors commonly used in Australian homes.
Suits most commercial grade aluminum windows in apartment blocks, commercial buildings and some houses.
Will ecoGlaze suit my windows?
Specific types of windows include
- Hinged windows
- Awnings
- Casement
- Fixed windows – including side lites and high lites
- Sliding windows
- Sash (Double Hung)
- Horizontal Sliding
- Decorative windows e.g stained glass, leadlight, etc.
Specific types of windows that can not be ecoGlazed include
- Residential style aluminium sliding windows
- Sliding windows with glazing bars (colonial bars)
- Irregular shaped windows including curved windows
1. Hinged Windows
ecoGlaze goes brilliantly with both timber and commercial grade aluminum hinged windows. Types of hinged windows include
Awning Windows
Windows with hinges at the top or bottom, opening outwardly like an awning. These are often called “Wind Out” windows.
Awning windows are popular in Australia for their functionality and design. Hinged from the top with a bottom window out mechanism that allows for opening or closing the window.
Hinged Casement Windows
Windows with hinges at the side, opening outwardly like a door. Casement windows are often chosen for their superior ventilation purposes compared to other windows of equal size. They are side-hinged with sashes that swing outward and this is what provides a wide span for direct ventilation. They provide a clear view to the outside allowing you to always enjoy your views. When secondary glazed with ecoGlaze, they are much safer from internal impact.2. Fixed Windows
Fixed-pane windows are windows that don’t open. ecoGlaze works beautifully on both timber and commercial grade aluminum fixed-pane windows.
Fixed windows are designed to let in light and add expansive views. The difference between Fixed and Picture windows is the frame size.
Fixed windows have larger frames and are sometimes built to match the sidelites of accompanying operating windows, for a beefier, more contemporary look.
3. Sliding Windows
ecoGlaze is easily applied to timber sliding windows, but unfortunately most aluminium sliding windows are very slim and don’t allow enough space for ecoGlaze to fit.1. Sash Windows
Windows with one or more sashes (the part of the window that holds the lite) that moves vertically within the window frame. This type of window is often double-hung, with two moving sashes.
2. Horizontal Slider Windows
Windows with one or more sashes that move horizontally within the window frame.
Sash (Double Hung) Windows
Windows with one or more sashes that move vertically within the window frame. Windows with one or more sashes (the part of the window that holds the lite) that moves vertically within the window frame. This type of window is often known as “double-hung”, with two moving sashes. Sash Sliding windows are also known as double hung windows. They provide a classic or contemporary look to brick or weatherboard homes. They are often found in older city or country homes before double glazing was available and/or affordable. They were particularly popular in Terrace Houses in the major cities. Wooden framed sash windows are both practical and beautiful. The top or bottom or both parts open to control the ventilation in your home. ecoGlaze secondary glazing compliments these windows perfectly and makes them look even more beautiful and safer whilst providing all the benefits of double glazing. ecoGlaze secondary glazing compliments these windows perfectly and makes them look even more beautiful and safer whilst providing all the benefits of double glazing.
Horizontal Slider Windows
Windows with one or more sashes that move horizontally within the window frame.
Horizontal sliding windows are a very practical window for contemporary and modern homes.
Many horizontal sliding windows are made of aluminium. These are too narrow for ecoGlaze fittings to be installed. However, horizontal wooden framed sliding windows are ideal for ecoGlaze.
Wooden framed sliding windows are reasonably rare in Australian homes. They are easy to open and close, clean, and easy to add fly screens or security screens.
ecoGlaze will make your wooden horizontal sliding windows look even more beautiful, safer and provide all the benefits of double glazing.
4. Decorative Glass Windows
ecoGlaze fits easily onto decorative or feature windows without detracting from their beauty. Stained or lead light glass windows are a unique feature in your home often providing a sophisticated attractiveness to the space. Most stained glass or leadlight windows are either fixed windows or double hung windows. Often they are an original vintage feature in your home adding character and personality. In recent times they have also been making a comeback in renovations and new homes. If you are living in a vintage home with decorative glass windows, keep them and preserve your home’s history. Even if you have a more modern home, decorative windows will still add colour, interest and increase your privacy. ecoGlaze is ideal for stained or lead light glass windows in wooden frames that are either fixed or double hung sash windows. It is highly recommended that ecoGlaze for Double hung decorative glass be professionally installed.
ecoGlaze, secondary glazing, will provide all the thermal and energy efficiency benefits of double glazing and increase your safety with your decorative glass windows.
There are other solutions if your windows are not suitable for ecoGlaze
There are other, cheaper products that will do part of the job. For example, Renshade Reflective Foil is an effective, cheap and easy to install option for shading your windows and keeping out the worst of the summer heat.
Likewise, ecoMaster’s Invisible Pelmets will add to the thermal efficiency of your window coverings, particularly if they are heavy drapes that do not have a pelment. But if you want a permanent window insulation solution then it comes down to a choice between high quality secondary glazing, like ecoGlaze, or double glazing.