Do you have sliding frames in your home and want to replace them with new aluminum frames? A very good choice for your home is lift-and-slide aluminum frames. They are sliding frames that use hydraulic lift mechanisms, which allow us to manufacture frames for large openings. Due to the hydraulic mechanisms, they offer greater security and, most importantly, better insulation due to the use of gaskets and not brushes.
What are lift-and-slide aluminum frames?
The lift-and-slide frame is a sliding frame (overlapping or pocket) in which the sashes are lifted by hydraulic mechanisms. It is ideal for large openings as it features mechanisms that can lift sashes weighing up to 400 kg. This ensures easy and smooth operation even for large-sized frames.
Advantages of lift-and-slide frames over simple sliding frames
Lift-and-slide aluminum frames outperform simple sliding frames. They offer better insulation because they use gaskets instead of brushes (simple sliding). Gaskets provide better insulation and watertightness compared to brushes, fitting together more effectively. Additionally, they offer greater security due to their mechanism. The mechanism lowers the rollers of the sash when closed, making it almost impossible to open in the event of a forced entry attempt.
Ideal aluminum frames for homes with a view
Furthermore, in cases where the house has large openings, it provides the solution. Large-sized lift-and-slide frames are manufactured and are absolutely easy to use. Usually, houses with a view are built with large openings so that walls do not obstruct the view. The use of simple overlapping aluminum frames does not provide the optimal result. This is because simple overlapping frames do not offer the same insulation and watertightness as lift-and-slide frames.
Also, overlapping frames cannot cover large openings with the same ease. This means that more sashes will be used. This will <<harm>> the aesthetics and reduce the visibility of the view. Because aluminum frames will occupy a large part of the house, lift-and-slide frames offer a better aesthetic result due to their design line.
The only disadvantage? They are more expensive
Reading all the above, you might have wondered: why should I install simple sliding frames when lift-and-slide frames exist? The answer will be given immediately and it is simple. Lift-and-slide aluminum frames are more expensive than simple sliding frames.
