Nowadays many glazed balconies . This is due, first of all, to the desire to protect the interior of this structure from such adverse factors as rain, snow, wind, dust and dirt. For this purpose, profiles made of different materials can be used.
The most commonly used plastic and wood. However, aluminum profiles have also become popular recently. In this article, we will talk about the
advantages and disadvantages of structures of the latter type.
Aluminum balconies have a whole host of undeniable advantages. Firstly, they are extremely durable. A similar profile can last much longer than a plastic one. Secondly, aluminum structures are unusually easy to maintain. In order to keep them clean, you just need to wipe them from time to time with a damp cloth.
In the event that you decide to install aluminum windows on the balcony, you will be able to save part of the space of this design. The fact is that most often these models are equipped with sliding sashes that move on rollers along the guides.
However, if you wish, you can purchase a swing version or a combined one. Deaf designs are also available. In addition, windows with an aluminum profile let in a little more light than plastic.
Aluminum balconies for the most part are simple in design. If necessary, the sash can be easily removed. This further simplifies the care of them. When washing windows in the spring, there is no need to risk health by hanging over the parapet. In summer, in fine weather, you can remove the sash at all.
Aluminum balconies, reviews of which are mostly positive, have another advantage - light weight. Similar designs are easy to transport and mount.
In addition, their installation in old houses is allowed, where the construction of balconies is quite dilapidated and installation of heavy structures is not allowed.
But, of course, aluminum structures also have their drawbacks. These include, for example, the instability of such a profile to mechanical damage. Aluminum is soft and easy to scratch. Damage will not be possible. The second drawback of such structures is that contact with any other metal can lead to their damage. Such a nuisance can occur with high humidity.
The biggest drawback of such structures as aluminum balconies is that they are very cold in winter. This metal has a high degree of thermal conductivity. Therefore, it will not be possible to expand the living space due to such a balcony. However, without the risk of contamination, drying clothes will be problematic.
Despite some disadvantages, aluminum structures are considered a very good option for glazing balconies. They are chosen mainly because of durability and lightness. In addition, such profiles look no worse than plastic ones. Thanks to special spraying methods, they can have a variety of colors. However, aluminum balconies can be seen in our cities so far quite rarely, mainly due to their high cost.