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Aluminium Windows: Design, Performance & Pricing

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  Aluminium windows have transcended that niche architectural choice to become the industry standard for top end homes and commercial buildings. We liaise with architects, fabricators and homeowners here at GREFET , and the tidal change is palpable. People are no longer just shopping windows on price. They are buying systems that last, perform and stay stable for years. So, we are going to dive in and see why aluminium is the way of choice today, how things have changed as far as design goes and finally what really does determine cost. Why Aluminium Windows Make Sense in the Long Run It’s no coincidence that aluminium is so popular. It addresses problems that other materials have over time. Strength with slim profiles Aluminium is strong and light in weight. Thanks to the frame construction that supports glass on both sides, thinner frames can be created once again, providing stability even for larger glass areas. More glass means more daylight, better views and cleaner el...
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Real Reason Builders Are Moving Away From uPVC

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  At GREFET , we are very much out and about on site rather than in a boardroom. And here’s the thing that we’re now seeing very clearly: builders are slowly moving away from uPVC, and it’s not because it’s fashionable to do so, it is because they are starting to fail against real world expectations. Let’s unpack why this shift is happening. Real reason builders are turning away from uPVC: It doesn’t fare well on site uPVC performs fine on paper. It tells a different story on site, over time. Heat, dust, UV exposure and handling at installation are all hard on the tape. Common issues builders report: Yellowing and fading in full-sun areas Brittleness after prolonged heat exposure Warping in large openings A lifetime of visible aging in only 7 years If one expects a building to last decades, materials that exhibit stress early stretch out the limit. Read More Why uPVC Installers are Switch to Real Reasons Why Builders are Switching From uPVC: Poor Confidence in the...
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Designing for Longevity in a Fast-Build World

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  Construction is moving at the speed of business. Shorter project cycles. Compressed timelines. Quick handovers. But buildings never really get to live fast and die young. And they are designed to last for decades. At GREFET , thinking long term in a fast-build world means making decisions that will still feel good when the gawkers have moved on. Designing for Longevity in a Fast-Build World, Starting Before Site Work Speed at site works only when decision source is resolved already. Longevity is rarely added later. It has to be designed in. That’s why GREFET is in to system aluminium windows and doors . Systems remove uncertainty. They offer: Pre-engineered profiles with defined tolerances Repeatable performance across projects Faster installation without quality loss With components designed to operate in conjunction with one another, the 'faster' becomes safe, not dangerous. Materials That Get Better With Age, By Real Conditions Quickly built often rewards...
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Consistency Is the Most Underrated Luxury in Construction

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  Construction luxury is generally presented as marble, imported fixtures, or jumbo budgets. At  GREFET , we’ve discovered something quieter and far more important. The truest luxury in construction is consistency. It doesn’t shout. It performs. Here’s the thing. One perfect installation does not matter if the next is a hair off. Buildings do not fall down because of one poor decision. They fail for the same reason that few small inconsistencies are reproduced over time and space. Why Consistency Beats One-Time Perfection Building is a series of repeated actions. Cutting, aligning, sealing, fixing. Variation at the step-level means variation of outcome. Consistency delivers: Consistent performance in all windows and doors Soaring, unobstructed views throughout the building Consistent results between sites and teams Peace of mind for architects, builders and residents Perfection once is luck. Consistency is design. The Real Cost of Inconsistency Day one is not ...
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How Poor Drainage Design Costs You

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  You rarely ever hear people discuss drainage when it comes to aluminium windows and doors . Profiles, glass, hardware, yes. Drainage no. That’s exactly the problem. We have witnessed at GREFET how bad drainage design silently erodes performance, reputation, and longevity. Let’s break it down. How A Bad Drainage Design Can Cost You Down The Line Drainage does not mean preventing any water from entering at all. You are always going to get some water in there. The system’s ability to process it and get rid of it is what counts. Once you compromise the design of your drains, the effect will become noticeable sooner than you think. How Bad Drainage Design Costs You From Water Penetration The first and most visible one is leakage. The drainage paths are so poorly thought out that water pools inside the frame. This leads to: Seepage during heavy rain Damp patches around window reveals Water marks on internal finishes The complaining is hard to both trace, and once it b...
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Best Aluminium Windows in Assam

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  When people look for the best aluminium windows in Assam, there are a few things that they seek and not all providers can deliver this. High humidity. Heavy rainfall. Strong sun in summers. And houses requiring ventilation in addition to durability. This is precisely where aluminium window systems comes into its own at GREFET and this isn’t about following a fad, but about making the right long-term fact-based decision. Best Aluminium Windows in Assam for Local Climate Conditions Assam’s climate is demanding. Wooden windows swell. UPVC can discolor over time. Aluminium, when designed right stays the course of time and performance. Our aluminium window systems are made for: High moisture and monsoon exposure Temperature fluctuations across seasons Continuous use with no warping and corrosion What this really translates into is fewer maintenance problems and a longer service life for homes, apartments, commercial buildings all across Assam. Best Aluminium Windows ...
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Why Slim Sightlines Are Non-Negotiable Now

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  Why slim sightlines are non-negotiable now is not just a design preference. It’s a marked departure from the way many modern homes and buildings are designed, constructed and enjoyed. We see this every day at GREFET in discussions with architects, fabricators and homeowners. Those slim sightlines are not a trend you can wait out. They’ve become the baseline expectation. Let’s break down why. Why Sleek Sightlines Are Essential in Today’s Modern Architecture Our buildings now are about light, openness and visual continuity. Bulky frames interrupt all three. Slimline aluminium windows and doors provide: More glass without lessening strength Less busy looking elevations A stronger indoor-outdoor connection What this boils down to is the obvious: people want more glass and less frame. And they demand it as their due. Small Sightlines and Good Day Lighting: The Optimal Connection The more glass, the more daylight, in this case by default. Its slim sightlines allow fo...
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