TECHNICAL ADVICE What is Low Iron Glass and when is it needed? What is Low Iron Glass? Low iron glass is glass that is specially manufactured to have a lower iron oxide content. Standard ‘clear’ glass is not completely clear, it has a slight green tint due to the...
TECHNICAL ADVICE What to consider when choosing an entrance door Entrance doors provide advanced functionality and security. Being one of the first things that any visitor will focus on, they are a key design feature in defining the exterior of a property. Entrance...
TECHNICAL ADVICE Why Choose Sieger’s Glass Balustrade System? Frameless glass balustrades can be used for private and public spaces, both indoors and outdoors. Using balustrades on external balconies or terraced areas offers a contemporary minimal finish to building...
TECHNICAL ADVICE A Guide to Design Options for Metal Framed Internal Glass Doors Choosing the right internal glass door for your project can greatly change the design and feel of an interior space. With a rise in the popularity of broken-plan living spaces aluminium...
TECHNICAL ADVICE How to specify high performance windows It’s critical for any building project to have the right windows as they affect the overall feel of the building, the security and the safety of those inside. There are many specifications used to evaluate the...
TECHNICAL ADVICE What are the advantages of a steel look bifold door? Achieving a steel look system without the price tag has never been easier. With the increase for industrial style door systems and art deco themed homes, Sieger has reacted to the demand and...
TECHNICAL ADVICE Which bi folding doors are best? It’s well known among the construction and glazing industry that aluminium doors are one of the best options. Timber is another popular base material for bifolds and some manufacturers even offer the possibility of a...
TECHNICAL ADVICE Launching the new Sieger Lux Bifold Door Have you ever wished that you could achieve the minimal sightlines that you can with sliding doors? Well, the search is over. The new Sieger Lux bifolding door is the slimmest bifold on the market with profile...
TECHNICAL ADVICE How To Pick the Right Design from Sieger’s Wide Range The entrance door of a building is the first thing that many see and are often viewable from the street or passing roads. It is therefore important that the aluminium entrance door of a building is...
TECHNICAL ADVICE Using aluminium windows for replacement glazing Period properties are full of character and their original features are one of the main reasons why buyers choose them over new builds. With period homes, it can often take a lot of time to work out...
TECHNICAL ADVICE A Comprehensive Guide for Sieger Products in New Build Projects When designing a new build house, window systems are amongst the most important factors to determine a build’s aesthetic. After bricks and mortar, doors and windows are also one of the...
TECHNICAL ADVICE Is Double or Triple Glazing Best for Bifold Doors? This article will outline how to make an informed decision on whether triple or double glazing is right for your bifold doors. This will also affect which of the Sieger bifold doors you can choose....
TECHNICAL ADVICE Locations for Bifold Doors Bifold doors were historically used in kitchens, as patio doors or as part of an extension, but internal glass doors have become increasingly popular in recent years. They can be a great way to introduce a path of natural...
TECHNICAL ADVICE Is Aluminium Environmentally Friendly? Aluminium: The Most Recyclable Industrial Metal The common myth in the construction world is that aluminium is not environmentally friendly, however with such a heavy focus on the environment in recent years...
TECHNICAL ADVICE What makes aluminium an effective construction material? Aluminium is the second most frequently used metal in construction after steel and is used for a range of sectors within the construction industry. There are a broad range of materials...
TECHNICAL ADVICE Why is aluminium a better choice over uPVC and timber? Aluminium windows and doors are at a higher price point than conventional uPVC, which can sometimes sway the choice of homeowners looking to save a few pennies in the short term. Timber frame...