Ultimately, the maximum widths and heights depend on the wind and water pressures for the site.

Typically people are asking how wide a louvre bay can be i.e. the length of the blades. An indicative answer is 600mm to 900mm, however Breezway can offer bay widths up to 1200mm if using the Stronghold System (please refer to the Product Performance Warranty for more information). When replacing windows or installing new windows, a rule of thumb is the higher the wind and water performance required, the shorter the louvre blade should be. In cyclonic regions the bay widths may be a maximum of 600mm or in other geographic areas with lower wind loads they may extend up to 900mm. The window frame can then be designed with multiple bays to achieve the desired frame width. With Breezway’s framing systems this can be up to 4 metres wide. Your window manufacturer will advise you based on your specific circumstances.

 

There are no standard widths. However, there are standard heights and it is beneficial to stay within these standard heights. The actual standard height will vary depending on your chosen louvre size and framing system. If you use a standard height all louvre blades will operate. If you have an off standard height a small piece of fixed louvre blade will be placed at the head of the window to make up the difference between standard heights. It is worth discussing with your window manufacturer and builder to ensure you have standard height louvre windows installed. To see our standard height chart please visit our Customising page.

With careful thought your new or replacement louvres can be much more than just a window. Consideration of control methods, blade selection and frame type can impact in real benefits such as ease of use, shading, privacy, energy efficiency, comfort, creating views, security, screening etc. Have a look at our Design and Products pages to help you decide. Some time spent now will reward you once the windows are installed.

Visit the Product Selection Guide page to see the variety of customising options.

Every Breezway Louvre is made to order. Orders commence production throughout the day. Each process – cut, paint, assembly, packaging and despatch is scheduled over the lead time that has been allocated to your order. Very large orders or specialised requests may require a longer lead time. You will then need to allow for shipping time and any assembly by your window manufacturer. The window manufacturer will be able to advise you on total lead time.

Breezway’s Louvres are part of a complete window system that has been tested to Australian Standards. The louvres will be assembled by Breezway or one of our approved window manufacturers and delivered as a complete window ready for installation by a builder using typical industry practices.

To see our range of installation videos please visit the Altair Louvre Installation Instruction page.

Like all aluminium windows, louvres will need regular cleaning. The smooth outer surface of the Altair Louvre clips and the quality polished edges of the glass blades do make cleaning easier. Another big plus for cleaning our louvre windows is that you can clean the inside and the outside surfaces from the inside of the building. This can be a huge plus for upper storey windows.

Visit our Care & Maintenance page for more information.

Like all painted aluminium products Altair Louvres can be vulnerable to harsh coastal environments. The componentry in our louvres is aluminium, stainless steel and industrial grade plastics and will stand up well to these conditions. The powder coat finish however will need special consideration in these environments. If you are in a coastal environment a high performance powder coat or an anodized finish to our standard 25um is required.

Altair Louvre Windows can be configured to comply to all Bushfire Attack Levels. The requirements for using Altair Louvre Windows in bushfire prone areas are based on our interpretation of AS 3959-2009 “Construction of Buildings in Bushfire Prone Areas”. We recommend that you receive independent advice from both an engineer and your local council authority to determine your level of construction and to ensure that you comply with the correct protection measures for your individual circumstance. For more information, please visit the Bushfire Prone Areas page.

The Building Code of Australia requires fall prevention measures when the fall to the outside of bedroom windows is more than 2 metres, or when the fall to the outside of all other windows is more than 4 metres. Altair Louvre Windows with the Stronghold System and restricted openings satisfy the Building Code requirements whilst maximising natural, cooling ventilation, thereby avoiding the need for screens which can restrict airflow. For more information please visit the Fall Prevention page.

Yes, blinds can be installed in conjunction with your louvre windows to help darken rooms if required. Please take into consideration when ordering your louvres that the top blade can be fixed to assist with the installation of the blind above the window. 102mm blade heights are also recommended along with low profile handles as the unique shape of the handle provides a functional fit that won’t get in the way of the blinds. If you intend to have the louvres opened while the blind is down, then deeper reveals should be considered to allow for clearance of the handle in the opened position. Please refer to clip and handle protrusion details in the Design Manual.