Many people are surprised at the low price of white aluminum windows, considering the long-lasting qualities. These white aluminum window features include:
The Finish
White aluminum windows start as flat sheets of metal that are rolled into shape. A molten mixture of aluminum oxide and cryolite, a colorless, transparent material, is used to paint the doors on the rolling mill. The mixture reacts with oxygen in the air to form an opaque layer of aluminum oxide on top of the metal. This coating is sometimes called aluminate or aluminite.
These layers protect against scratching, oxidation, corrosion, and other damage caused by exposure to atmospheric elements such as smoke or acid rain. The layers also give white aluminum window frames a characteristic solid appearance and prevent the sun’s surface colors from being faded. Interior glass surfaces are not covered with aluminum oxide; hence they can be finished as desired, such as having a special coating for improved resistance to smudging or fingerprints. Continue reading
Commercial HVAC units are commonly installed on a business’s roof. These rooftop units have several advantages but do not assume they are the best option for your company. Some disadvantages may cause you to think twice before purchasing a rooftop temperature control system.
For many hardworking families, the solitude of returning home after a long day’s work is one of the strongest motivating factors. Unfortunately, many families return home to find out they’ve been robbed. Priceless possessions and memories are often stolen with little to no trace of who could’ve stolen them. Of course local authorities will help how they can, but many times these burglaries are left unsolved. In fact, despite how uncommon many people think these situations are, they occur quite frequently. A reported 2.5 million robberies occur every year, which accounts for nearly 10,000 robberies per day.
