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Everything You Should Know About Aluminium Windows and Doors

From aesthetics to performance, aluminium offers many advantages. It has a long lifespan, is endlessly recyclable, highly durable, with a wide range of finishes and maintenance-free.  Discover on this page everything you need to know about aluminium windows and doors for your beautiful home.

 

Why do I need a trickle vent?

While it might be tempting to close trickle vents in winter – it’s important to always keep them open and unblocked.

The sound of silence

AluK’s windows and doors significantly reduce noise, with options like acoustic or laminated glass for louder environments. While trickle vents are legally required for ventilation, expert installation ensures optimal sound insulation.

IconiK

The ICONIK is an advanced bifold system designed to deliver slimmer sightlines, larger glass panels, faster fabrication and simplified installation.

What is a thermal break in an aluminium window?

Aluminium is slim, lightweight, strong and fully recyclable, which is what makes it such a perfect material for windows and doors. But on its own it is a very good conductor of heat

What colour will 2026 be?

When it comes to paint finishes, AluK has its own in-house vertical paint line capable of delivering an impressive 2000+ colour and texture options, all in marine grade quality.

Double vs triple vs vacuum glazing– all you need to know.

When you are choosing new aluminium windows, you’ll often see the thermal performance referenced with either double or triple glazing, here's a breakdown of what this means for you & your home.