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        K=1.80 W(M2.K) Thermal  
        Rw = 44dB Sound Insulation Rating  
        qo = 0.76M3/h.m Air Infiltration  
        ΔP=300Pa Water Penetration  
        Positive= 3.5kPa Ultimate Strength  
        Negative= 3.5kPa Wind Presure  
     
     
     
     
     
 
 
 

Elegant and traditional French Doors will not only enhance the beauty of your home but also, if strategically placed, will widen your living space. Utilising the same profile and production techniques as the tilt and turn door, you can be assured of the highest quality performance and appearance.

All our French doors have high performance acoustic, thermal and weather resistant properties as well as multipoint locking for additional security. French doors always prove popular because customers gain full, wide and unhindered access when both doors are open, really capitalizing on the openings available.

 
           
         
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Star Rating for double glazed french doors

       
  32mm Double Glazed sealed units.
  Aluminium reinforcement.
  Corrosion resistance hardware.
  Joints are all fully welded.
  Key operated push button handles.
  2, 3 or 4 panel available to accomodate any opening.
  Maximun openning is 7 metters.
  Sash weight up to 110kg.
  3 point locking systems.
  High Impact white PVCu multi-chambered frames.
  Improved protection against corrosion in coastal areas.
     
       
       
     
 

They are a more traditional alterinative to sliding doors and have been increasingly popular as a division of dining and lounge or for balconies/patios/backyards - you can feel the garden in your home. Particularly effective when coupled with Fixed Side Panels to create a large glazed screen. This combination is most commonly used when the home has water or mountain views or a large outside entertaining area.

 
     
     
         
 

IGU for double glazed french doors

 
         
   

Double Glazed Units or IGU are the intelligent choice for consumers who appreciate performance and quality, and are supplied based on thermal or acoustic requirements.
We use 32mm insulated sealed units made locally and fulfilling all the requirements of Australian Standards for glass and glazing. Glazing options include Float, Laminated, Toughened, Low-e, Tinted and Obscure glass.
The air space between the glass layers may be filled with air or an inert gas, such as argon or krypton which improves thermal and acoustic performance and reduces greenhouse gas emissions by saving energy!

 
         
 

There are many benefits to utilizing double glazing in your home, and apart from substantial improvement in thermal and acoustic comfort our customers report a reduction in energy costs, elimination of condensation, a considerable decline in fading of furniture and artwork and improvement in visual attractiveness and increase in the resale value of your home. In addition, for clients with older homes that retained original features, the existing glass may not meet the current Australian standards and may even be deemed unsafe. This is especially true of doors & bathroom windows, where safety glass and obscure glass, respectively, is not only desirable but mandatory! Take this opportunity to upgrade the windows and doors in your home and enjoy the benefits now and in the future!    [ IGU for double glazed french doors. . . . ]

 
         
         
     
 

Hardware for double glazed french doors

 
     
       
 

MVD Main Lock

 
 

This MVD500 one piece door lock consists of the main lock and four compression camps. The centre lock is operated via a lever handle which engages the compression points and throws the deadbolt, when lifted. The whole mechanism is then deadlocked by turning the key in the profile cylinder. Main lock have ideal 35 mm backset. All visible surface are protective coated with a unique finish.

 
     
       
               
   

Door Cylinder

 

Striker Plate

 
   

  • 6 pin system with 240,000 combinations.
  • Cylinder is accordance with Australian Standards.
  • 3 keys per standard cylinder.

 

Adjustble Striker Plate.

 
               
   

Door Handle

       
   

Exterior door furniture to suit multipoint locks, the sprung levers are fixed to the backplate and by design are fully reversible and fixing lugs are present on both backplates for a positive location.

  • Adjusting plate with 18mm overlap.
  • 8mm spindle/92 mm keyhole distance.
  • Size Backplate 210mm x 28mm, 92mm cylinder centres.
  • Door locks are operated by internal and external lever handles.

 
               
   

Door Hinges

       
   

Zinc plated powder coating gives increased corrosion protection, Teflon coated load bearing bush means long service life and maintenance free operation.

  • Adjusting plate with 18mm overlap.
  • Adjustable closing pressure + - 0.75mm.
  • For the shash weights up to 110 kg.

 
               
   

Corner Drive

 

Striker

 
   

  • Shootbolt with 13mm face plate.
  • Finger operated shootbolt.
  • Shootbolt with lever.

 

Strikers share the same mounting axis, so they are interchangeable. Three corner drives with mushroom cam locking and rear-cut strikers are standard and guarantee effective burglary protection.

 
               
               
 

Optional Fitings for double glazed french doors

 
             
         

Handle 7 x 32mm

 
         

Engages at 2 x 90o intervals, cylinder comes with the key.

 
             
             
   

Central locking system

       
   

Hardware components are integrated via a central locking system. The mechanism comprises bichromate finished steel multi-point espagnolette locking. The number of locking points is dependent on the door size (Up to 5 points).

 
             
               
               
               
 

Extra Security for double glazed french doors

 
               
               
   

Shoot Bolt

 

Striker

 
   

  • Shootbolt with 13mm face plate.
  • Finger operated shootbolt.
  • Shootbolt with lever.

 

  • 16mm face plate width
  • 2mm faceplate thickness

 
               
               
       
 

Operational Guarantee for double glazed french doors

 
 

Operational tests are carried out on the handles on the french doors itself. This means that, not just the function, but also the durability of the attachment between hardware and window is tested thoroughly. They are given the equivalent of 50 operational cycles a day over a period of 10 years.

Neither the french doors handle itself, or any part of it, must become loose during the course of the test. This ensures the components Double Glazed Windows and Doors Pty. Ltd. use perform consistenly well, so that our customers enjoy a trouble free use of their windows!

 
       
       
       
       
 

Material double glazed french doors

 
 

Upvc Profile

 
  The profile we use for Double Glazed Windows and Doors is premium worldwide brand REHAU, founded in Germany, which specilises in polymer-based innovations and systems in medical applications, construction, automotive and industry. As a leading supplier of polymer-based solutions to construction, REHAU addresses sustainable design priorities by engineering products that enhance comfort and convenience, reduce energy costs, create healthy and safe environments, and conserve finite resources. REHAU's products and systems for double glazed windows and doors, heating and plumbing, fire protection and pipe markets complement each other in integrated high-performance solutions. Stylish and attractive, elegant and practical - every carefully thought-through facet of our range has been designed with appearance in mind.    [ more . . . . ]  
       
 

Aluminium Reinforcement

 
  Double glazed windows and doors reinforced with aluminum sections and sealed within the profile central cavity. Multi-chambered profile design to allow larger reinforcement for high wind load application in high rize buildings. A fully welded windows and doors system is used for increased strengh and water tightness.    [ more . . . . ]  
       
       
       
       
 

Dimensions of double glazed french doors

 
 

Maximum size in double glazed french doors

 
  For a maximum width (per panel) of 1000mm the maximum height is restricted to 2300mm, but a max height of 2400mm could be reached when the width is 900mm. The size guide is subject to instructions given by fitting suppliers, maximum sizes are based on a wind pressure of 600Pa and a sash capacity weight of 75kg.    [ more . . . . ]  
       
             
 

Benefits of double glazed french doors

 
     
 

Thermal Insulation in double glazed french doors

Corrosion resistance in double glazed french doors

  Protect yourself from the extremes of heat and cold with advanced thermal insulation resulting in exceptional energy and money savings.    [ more . . . . ]   Our Double Glazed windows and Doors are extremely resilient and will never rot, corrode, discolour or warp even in coastal or industrial areas.    [ more . . . . ]  
             
 

Sound Insulation in double glazed french doors

UV resistance in double glazed french doors

  Transform your lifestyle and take advantage of renowned german engineering with noise reduction benefits of 33-45 decibels.    [ more . . . . ]   Double glazed window and doors have full UV protection whereas standard aluminum and wooden windows are at risk of severe damage by the sun.   [ more . . . . ]  
             
 

Weather seal in double glazed french doors

Fire Resistant in double glazed french doors

  Prevent rainwater penetration and draught infiltration even in the most severe climatic conditions.    [ more . . . . ]   Independent lab testing determined our double glazed windows and doors to decrease flammablity through selfextinguishing and noncombustible qualities.    [ more . . . . ]  
             
             
             
     
 

Fixed Window

 

Continuity, refinement and reflection of light will bring out the many benefits by the use of our Double Glazed Fixed Panels. They are cost efficient and offer the ultimum level of high performance in acoustic and noise insulation, since they are non-openable. Our approach deals with important aspects of architecture - the cultural and the natural environment. Combine together with other window and door types to allow the play of light and shadow in your home, or for breathtaking surrounding view, and improve the energy efficiency, sound insulation and comfort qualities in your home. Fixed panels have universal appeal and can be used in any style of home! They are environmentally friendly since they are recyclable and contribute to reduction in carbon emissions.   More info on double glazed fixed window

 
     
 

Casement Window

 

Casement windows are an excellent choice for consumers concerned with acoustic, thermal and safety performance. The difference is obvious at a glance - the frame and sash look sturdy and substantial when compared to ordinary aluminium and wooden windows. You can have a beautifull home, but if you install inexpensive windows, the strucure of the home can feel cheaply built.   Extra information about double glazed casement window can be found here

 
     
 

Tilt & Turn Window

 

Every day we face tough new challenges and innovate according to our clients' needs and desires, leaving a lasting impression on everyone with our Double Glazed Windows. The most versatile and flexible window that retains its popularity through the changing trends in architecture and interior design is the Double Glazed Tilt & Turn window, which adapts to the users intention to ventilate, clean or insulate through unique hardware and security features. As well as the possibility of opening inwards or outwards, by turning the handle, clients will have the option to tilt the window inside slightly and ventilate or clean the window easily. And of course, for extraordinary performance in acoustic and thermal insulation for full control of the environment inside your home, you will be close it shut and lock it indefinitely for extra security.   Supplementary advice on double glazed tilt & turn window

 
     
 

Awning Window

 

Double Glazed Awning Windows allow the window sash to swing outward rather than inward or up and down, so they can be located in may places around the home and easily arranged next to other window types. The awning window is the ideal window type for homes in the temperate climate zone, or homes that are positioned to take advantage of natural ventilation or breeze. Double Glazed Awning windows are made with compression and weather seal and provide higher air-tightness, energy-efficiency and acoustic insulation than other window types such as sliding and double-hung windows. Double Glazed Awning windows have a variety of applications due to their versatility and durability, and are particularly attractive option for contemporary homes because our Awning windows are manufactured locally to an indisputably imposing standard, impressing even the most discerning clientele.   For supplementary material on double glazed awning window click here

 
     
 

Side Hinged Window

 

A meticulously controlled work process allows increased speed and economies of scale advantage in production and assembly. The design elements in the classic Side Hinged Double Glazed windows are sometimes subdued, but fundamentally enriching - aesthetically and through improved comfort. The classic design allows to emerge important elements such as a strong sense of mass, structural legibility and strength with clear proportional relationships between solid and void. Side Hinged windows are similar to Casement windows, but open out and provide the highest possible acoustic and thermal insulation. Side Hinged windows are uncomplicated and cost-efficient, and when combined with our double glazed units, and offer exceptional improvements in performance when compared against ordinary aluminium or wooden windows. With architect's help, the Side Hinged Double Glazed windows will no doubt encourage inhabitants or users to gain architectural delight from their serendipitous journeys throughout the home.   Great suggestions and more on double glazed side hinged window can be found here

 
     
 

Sliding Window

 

Our Double Glazed Windows are more than just apertures for light and ventilation - they can be a major spectacle offering a connection to heaven and earth. Functional, intelligent and convenient are the defining characteristics of our Double Glazed Sliding Windows. All our windows are quipped with high quality hardware for effortless opening and closing enhance all these aspects. We combine efficient technology for Double Glazed Sliding Windows with sophisticated design creating that indispensable convenience for your home. Popular with contemporary homes, our Sliding system offers additional benefit of saving space and when used with mirrored glass, can even serve as a room divider for guest privacy.   For supplementary material on double glazed sliding window click here

 
     
 

Stacker Window

 

Self sufficient and allowing for maximum natural ventilation, Double Glazed Stacker Windows slide and fold effortlessly demonstrating the refined taste of an intelligent consumer. Double Glazed Stacker Windows can create a vast amount of space along with an inviting contemporary character, and re-create a glass wall effect because they are not constrained to the same limitations of casement, awning and tilt & turn windows where the openings are restricted. The Double Glazed Stacker Window has two or more (upto six) panels, with one panel sliding past another, and all of the panels resting or being 'stacked' on one or two sides. They are a great alternative to Bifold Double Glazed Windows, when the client prefers the sliding style over the Bifold, or when space is at a premium, since with Stacker or Sliding Double Glazed Windows you need not worry about furniture placement or possible exterior obstacles. These windows feature ease of operation and maintenance, and a universally appealing design that will complement any modern home.   To obtain additional information on double glazed stacker window

 
     
 

Bifold Window

 

Combining the mastery of old world craftsmanship and progressive German engineering technologies, we create the most sophisticated upvc windows for the intelligent consumer who has the capacity to discern between a cheap imitation which creates disappointment, and our exceptional double glazed windows which will please and delight for years to come. Specified by architects as attributes of buildings, bifold windows bring out qualities of creativity, intelligence and magnificence that are easy to recognize but difficult to quantify or replicate by an inferior product. By making choices one transfers to the material assemblage of a building those attributes which really belong to one's personality. It is inevitable that qualities that feature in the buildings' owners' characters are read into architecture. What do your windows say about you?   Additional information on double glazed bifold window can be found at this location

 
     
 

Bay Window

 

Nothing can maximise cross ventilation without crating a draft like Bay Windows. They are more than just a period feature - when strategically placed they can replace air conditioning and provide a lovely feature for your home. They also make the room feel more spacious and appear larger, so they have been known to increase the value of a property. Typically, the bay windows are very large, even covering almost the entire distance from floor to ceiling. The effect of prolific natural light and stunning outdoor views from any angle in the room can be filtered or softened with window treatments.   A complete guide for double glazed bay window can be found here

 
     
 

Shape Window

 

All of your senses work to appreciate a building and its components and this involves time and space: thermal and acoustic and tactile sensations, as well as memories and associations. Uniquely designed windows can even bring about a whole repertoire of past experiences and future hopes, based on your emotions and tastes. Through compellingly perceptive rethinking of the configurations of members, joints and welding processes, we are able to manufacture almost any shape and size, only limited by your imagination! Ultimately, shape windows are a symbol of your creativity and individuality.   For more information double glazed shape window

 
     
 

Casement Door

 

The Casement Double Glazed Door is essentially a single panel double glazed hinged door that has one panel swinging in or out. This style is our best performing Double Glazed Door against wind, rain, fire, and even snow, the casement style is energy efficient and practical, which will have an instant impact on your home. This product is suitable for both internal and external uses and is also available for specialised commercial and architectural applications.   Additional information on double glazed casement door can be found at this location

 
     
 

Sliding Door

 

for a natural and continuous entry into the outdoor entertaining area, which defines any modern home, choose Window Factory Double Glazed Sliding Doors. Functional, intelligent and convenient are the defining characteristics of our Double Glazed Sliding Doors. All our doors are quipped with high quality hardware for effortless opening and closing enhance all these aspects. We combine efficient technology for Double Glazed Sliding Doors with sophisticated design creating that indispensable convenience for your home. Popular with contemporary homes, our Sliding system offers additional benefit of saving space and when used with mirrored glass, can even serve as a room divider for guest privacy.   Additional information on double glazed sliding door can be found at this location

 
     
 

Stacker Door

 

The Double Glazed Stacker Door has two or more (upto 6) panels, with one panel sliding past another, and all of the panels resting or being 'stacked' on one or two sides. They are a great alternative to Bifold Double Glazed Doors, when the client prefers the sliding style over the Bifold, or when space is at a premium, since with Stacker or Sliding Double Glazed Doors you need not worry about furniture placement or possible exterior obstacles. These doors feature ease of operation and maintenance, a universally appealing design that will complement any modern home.   Examine all the facts on double glazed stacker door page

 
     
 

Tilt & Turn Door

 

When design and utility are a priority, our cutting edge technology is sure to impress! For exceptional thermal and acoustic performance coupled with trouble free maintenance and ingenious design, this Door will exceed your expectations. The inward swinging Tilt and Turn Double Glazed Door, operates in the same way as the Tilt and Turn Double Glezed Window, and is built with the same care and precision that any window and door deserves. Special high quality hardware allow a single handle to operate all three functions: multiple security locking points for safety when locked, special hinges allowing the window to tilt inside for gentle air flow, and of course, the fully opening 'turn' function for maximum air flow and ventilation.   To obtain additional information on double glazed tilt & turn door

 
     
 

Tilt & Slide Door

 

Our Double Glazed Doors are more than just apertures for light and ventilation - they can be a major spectacle offering a connection to heaven and earth. With the right advice about placement and size, our Double Glazed Tilt and Slide Doors can improve comfort, utilize daylight and natural ventilation for improvement in overall health and well being. Window Factory Tilt and Slide Doors are the most innovative and attractive deck/ garden or balcony doors available. Not only do they boast the tilt option of other popular styles, but the Tilt and Slide Doors were also designed to maintain our reputation for high performance.   Examine all the facts on double glazed tilt & slide door page

 
     
 

Composite Door

 

The Composite Door is gaining in popularity with great speed for clients wanting noise insulation, strength, durability and security. All our Composite Doors contain a solid interior, which is made with reinforced materials, allowing our clients to gain increased security over even a solid wooden door, and will no doubt keep the insurance provider pleased. Composite doors are extremely strong, so they don't buckle, dent or warp, because they are designed to look better and provide more security for a longer period, than wooden or glass alternatives, yet they are very price competitive. The surface contains a glass reinforced polymer material and will not fade or lose colour. Additional feature includes advanced properties that shield from the weather, to ensure you have value for money in a door that lasts for decades, not just a few years.   For more information double glazed composite door

 
     
 

Bifold Door

 

Embrace the beauty and sophistication of our Bifold Double Glazed Door carefully crafted with uncompromising expertise and unsurpassed quality The Double Glazed Doors are the ideal choice for the aspiring or an expert entertainer, offering an awe inspiring effect of an unobstructed opening onto a pool deck, garden, private beach, bushland or conservatory. The superior performance features are maintained in this style, offering acoustic insulation of upto 40 dB, with excellent energy efficiency rating measured by a u-value of 1.8, all while being corrosion resistant and environmentally friendly.   For supplementary material on double glazed bifold door click here

 
     
 

Double Glazed Windows and Doors Pty. Ltd.

 
       
  0423 221 942  
  contact@doubleglazedwindows.net.au  
     
 

Draft Proof

 

There are significant savings in electricity that will pay for your windows in 6-7 years and will reduce your CO2 emissions by about 100-150kg per year. For an indication of energy efficiency of a window or door, look for the U-value or R-value. U-value measures the overall heat transfer coefficient, or how well the window/door conducts heat and is also the inverse of the R-value. The lower the U-value, the greater a window's resistance to heat flow and the better its insulating value. Our windows boast a value of 1.8, which means they perform three times better than an aluminium framed window with a typical value of 5.4-5.6. And since windows can contribute to between 15-40% energy loss in a building, installing the most energy efficient windows available should be the intelligent homeowner's priority.   For supplementary material on double glazed draft proof click here

 
     
 

Bushfire Resistance

 

With a changing environment, bushfires have noticably increased their ferocity leaving many families devasted. Take control and protect your home by choosing Upvc Double Glazed Windows and Doors which are non-combustible and self extinguishing. Upvc Double Glazed Windows and Doors are an excellent alternative to wood for those cusotmers who live in bushfire prone areas. In fact, one of the few homes to have survived the Marysville bushfire in Victoria had upvc windows, in addition to the upvc windows, pvc was extensively used in other parts of the home.   Get all the facts on double glazed bushfire resistance

 
     
 

Noise Insulation

 

Noise pollution is often overlooked as a hazard to health, yet numerous studies have linked prolonged exposure to high levels of noise can be detrimental to your hearing, but also can increase stress and blood pressure, cause gastric problems as well as headaches, migraines and anxiety or depression. Get rid of unwanted noise and enjoy many other benefits of Upvc Double Glazed Windows, boasting potential noise reduction of 45dB, they will prove more effective than sleeping pills for an undisrupted well deserved rest! Consult with us about your acoustic insulation needs, and our expert staff will recommend the most efficient glazing and window style to meet your requirements and maximize value for money. There are thousands of glazing combinations which can affect insulation performance significantly, here you can learn about noise, its effects, how to manage it and in order to make a more informed choice of windows and doors for your home.   Greater detail on double glazed noise insulation can be found here

 
     
 

Climate Control

 

The power of the sun is generally underestimated. In one home, we measured 7kW of solar energy per hour on a sunny day in January, which is enough to some of your home appliances including air conditioners and heaters. This means that the same amount of energy is heating your home as you are using on an appliance to cool it! Upto 40% of heat or cold, depending on the season, can be escaping your home through badly insulated windows. Would you buy an appliance if you were told it could only operate at 60% capacity? And yet if your windows and doors have an inadequate u value score, you could be undermining your efforts to cool/ heat your home. Double Glazed Windows and Doors offer full control of your surroundings through a tight weather seal to insulate your home and make it energy efficient.   For a detailed discussion on the subject of double glazed climate control click here

 
     
 

Value for Money

 

Double Glazed Windows and Doors are a lasting source of value for your home through sustainable energy savings and ease of use, as well as adding a timeless elegance that will improve appearance and resale value of your home. Thin or slender window and door frames can make even a well built home seem cheaply built, whereas sturdy and substantial window and door frames will highlight the quality finishes and reinforce the unassailability of your home. Our Double Glazed Windows and Doors are very price competitive, and although they are more expensive than standard aluminium sliding windows they will work for you and pay for themselves over the years in energy savings, cheaper maintenance, improved comfort and higher resale value of your home. With the savings in energy costs, we estimate that the Double Glazed Windows and Doors can pay for themselves in 7 years.   Great suggestions and more on double glazed value for money can be found here

 
       
 

Double Glazed Windows and Doors Pty. Ltd.

 
  0423 221 942  
  contact@doubleglazedwindows.net.au