What’s the difference between awnings vs louvre windows, whether you are looking for your dream home or renovating your existing property, finding the best window to suit your needs can be difficult.
There are many windows types on the market, but which window will offer you the best ventilation, aesthetics, ease of use and protection from the elements?
Image: Utilise the Australian environment through outside entertaining areas with Breezway Altair Louvres.
VENTILATION
Breezway Altair Louvre Windows have proven to be the best window type on the market for maximising ventilation, as seen on the 2018 series of the block. With blades that open horizontally Breezway Louvres allow ventilation through the entire window area. Natural ventilation can reduce energy costs, lower maintenance and improve the overall comfort and health of occupants.
Awning Windows can also offer natural ventilation however, depending on what you are looking for you may find that you desire more opening space. As awnings are restricted to only opening to a minimal degree depending on different wind directions, natural ventilation may be hindered.
Image: Breezway Altair Louvres creating luxurious spaces as seen on The Block 2018.
AESTHETICS
Awning Windows can offer certain desired aesthetics depending on what you are looking for. When considering an open, holistic space, Breezway Louvres offer unobstructed views and can complement areas to create an open luxurious atmosphere.
Image: Get in touch with nature using Breezway Altair Louvres.
Homeowners can utilise the Australian picture-perfect weather and get in touch with nature when using Breezway Altair Louvres. By incorporating Louvre Windows into your design this can allow occupants to enjoy inside and outside entertaining areas by creating a consistent, open space.
Image: Create holistic entertaining areas with Breezway Altair Louvres.
EASE OF USE
Ever wished you had a window that could have both the handle and handle position customised to your exact needs and wants? Breezway Altair Louvres easy to use handles can be customised in a variety of ways, this includes handle type, handle positioning and automated Powerlouvre options. This makes Breezway Altair Louvres one of the easiest windows to operate on the market. Louvres can be cleaned safely and easily by allowing you to clean both sides of the louvre blade from inside the building.
Image: Breezway Louvres with Standard Handle.
When considering an Awning Window, the speed and ease of use may not be suited for busy users. Opening an Awning can take some time as most have winders. Awnings can also be tricky to clean due to restrictions in accessing the outer glass, which can be a safety hazard when looking at multi-level buildings.
Image: Awning winder.
PROTECTION
When seeking protection from the elements Awning Windows generally offer the tightest sealing of all openable windows, due to the sash (the opening part of the window) being pulled tightly against the frame when closed.
However, Breezway is an industry leader with extensive wind and water testing standards. Even when faced with cyclonic conditions Breezway Louvre Windows live up to their exceptional reputation. You can read some real life cyclonic experiences with our louvres on our Testimonial page.
Breezway also offers the Stronghold System which provides a very high level of strength and safety. This is especially important when fall prevention is required. The multiple openings of a louvre window give the best ventilation even when openings are restricted. This is in comparison to Awning Windows that offer very limited ventilation when openings are restricted to comply with fall prevention.
Breezway also offers security bars, screens and keylocks as added security features if desired by homeowners.
Image: Kitchen and Living Areas brightened and naturally comfortable with Breezway Powerlouvre Windows.
The homeowner’s needs and wants will determine what type of window will be best suited for their building. When considering what window will provide you with maximum ventilation, superior aesthetics, ease to use and protection, Breezway Altair Louvres will deliver with flying colours.
