There are four common building structures in Australia, and selecting the right type of windows and doors for each structure is crucial to ensuring both the building’s performance and aesthetic appeal. Today, we’ll talk about the four common types of wall structures in Australia and the corresponding windows and doors pairings.
- Brick Veneer Brick Veneer is one of the most common wall structures in Australia. The exterior is covered with a layer of bricks, with insulation in between, and the internal structure is made of timber or steel framing, with plasterboard used for the interior walls. In Brick Veneer construction, the brickwork is not load-bearing; the load is carried by the timber or steel frame (Timber Stud/Steel Stud).
🌈 Recommended windows and doors types:
- Aluminium Windows: Lightweight and corrosion-resistant, aluminium windows meet the waterproofing and windproofing requirements of this structure.
- Double Glazed Windows: Enhances insulation and soundproofing, making them ideal for energy-efficient homes.
- Double Brick This structure typically consists of two layers of brickwork, with both the internal and external walls made of solid bricks. There is usually a small cavity or insulating material in between. Double Brick structures are known for their durability, sound insulation, and thermal performance, making them a popular choice for mid-to-high-end homes and multi-storey buildings in Australia.
🌈 Recommended windows and doors types:
- Timber-Aluminium Composite Windows: Wood on the inside for aesthetics and aluminium on the outside for durability.
- Thermal Break Aluminium Windows: Effectively prevents thermal bridging, improving the building’s energy efficiency.
- Timber Frame Timber is the core material of this structure, with beams, columns, and panels forming the framework, onto which the exterior wall materials are installed. Timber framing is lightweight, cost-effective, and easy to construct, making it well-suited to Australia’s climate and architectural style.
🌈 Recommended windows and doors types:
- Timber-Aluminium Composite Windows: Provides the aesthetic appeal of wood with the durability of aluminium.
- Thermal Break Aluminium Windows: Prevents thermal bridging, improving the building’s energy efficiency.
- Lightweight Steel Framing This type of construction uses lightweight steel as the main structural material. Compared to traditional timber framing, steel offers greater durability, pest resistance, and fire resistance. With its flexible design, quick construction, and environmental benefits, lightweight steel framing is particularly suited to residential and commercial buildings, as well as specific environments such as coastal areas or regions prone to termites.
🌈 Recommended windows and doors types:
- Thermal Break Aluminium Windows: Since steel framing can easily create thermal bridges, thermal break aluminium windows can help prevent energy loss.
- Steel Frame Windows: Enhance the security and style of the builder, suitable for modern industrial-style homes.