There are three main types of material used to manufacture window frames for double-glazing. These are aluminium, PVC-u and wood. These are also vinyl-coated and fibreglass frames, but for simplicity at this stage we shall stick to three main types. The three materials each have their strengths and weaknesses and in this article we shall look at several properties to see how each type shapes up. The properties we look at are heat insulation, sound insulation, security, appearance, maintenance and least but definitely not least, cost. We shall also briefly talk about different styles of windows commonly available today.

Heat insulation is perhaps most common reason for getting double-glazing. However, if frame is not right insulation provided by double-glazing is lost. The worst conductors of heat and therefore best insulators are wood and PVC-u. Aluminium is a relatively good conductor of heat and so is not best material if this is of primary concern.

The protection against sound is another great attribute of double-glazing and their isn’t really a clear winner. The relative sound insulation properties are therefore of lesser concern that those of say heat.

Security is always a concern and here we have a clear winner. Aluminium is extremely strong and is material of choice where security is of major concern. This explains why aluminium is commonly seen on commercial premises. Wood and PVC-u have their weak spots. PVC-u window frames expand during hot temperatures and expansion gaps required can become weak points for intruders.

There are some important things to consider when choosing window blinds for kitchen and bathroom. The conditions in these rooms vary somewhat from rest of house, so it is important that care is taken to choose suitable blinds. Hence, it is not just aesthetic appeal that is important, but also durable and maintenance of these window treatments.

When it comes to designing appearance of a bathroom or kitchen, it is a common mistake to apply same rules to these rooms as other rooms in house. The practicality is that both bathroom and kitchen have different requirements to just about any other room. Consider hot showers and baths, or boiling kettles and simmering saucepans. This creates a hot damp atmosphere that window blind will have to be able to cope with. Not only must blinds be able to provide necessary appeal and avoid privacy, but also be able to withstand conditions. That is why you get blinds and then you get kitchen blinds and bathroom blinds.

When decorating work is being carried out, due consideration must be given to using necessary water repellent and water resistant materials. This holds true for everything that is a part of a bathroom or kitchen decoration and especially true for blinds. As previously discussed, a prime factor when considering decoration is often-damp nature of room and so it is advisable to avoid using heavy fabrics as window treatments. In no time at all substantial and probably expensive fabric pieces can circum to mildew and decay.

There are three basic choices that exist when choosing blinds for a bathroom or kitchen. Firstly, aluminum blinds are ideal for bathroom settings. Obviously, these types of blinds will not be overly affected by any dampness in atmosphere. Additionally, aluminum blinds are available in a large selection of designs that will blend perfectly with any design strategy.