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Steel glazing's longevity, recyclability, energy efficiency and adaptability give it a crucial role in UK construction's future

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Exceptional craftsmanship since 1849: Crittall external Corporate W20 screens and Lightfoot windows at a Victorian home in Teddington, London.
Exceptional craftsmanship since 1849: Crittall external Corporate W20 screens and Lightfoot windows at a Victorian home in Teddington, London.

While the UK has implemented its ambitious Future Homes Standard and committed to becoming a net-zero country by 2050, roughly 40 per cent of carbon emissions still come from the construction, operation or maintenance of buildings.

It is essential measures are put in place today to be better prepared for the future.

For forward-thinking construction professionals looking for alternative building materials, steel can be an exceptional choice. 

Although often associated with the past, modern steel windows and doors are proving to be vital components in meeting modern construction challenges around sustainability and energy efficiency.

  • Crittall Homelight Plus windows in Turquoise at Saltdean Lido, Brighton. R H Partnership Architects.
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    Crittall Homelight Plus windows in Turquoise at Saltdean Lido, Brighton. R H Partnership Architects.
  • Crittall French steel doors and arched window frames at a Victorian renovation, Wandsworth, London.
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    Crittall French steel doors and arched window frames at a Victorian renovation, Wandsworth, London.
  • Crittall T60 windows and doors at the Levine Building, Trinity College, Oxford. Adam Architecture.
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    Crittall T60 windows and doors at the Levine Building, Trinity College, Oxford. Adam Architecture.
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5 reasons to specify steel windows and doors

  • Modern steel systems, made by credible steel manufacturers, achieve impressive U-values as low as 1.4 W/m²K - offering the same performance as alternative materials.
  • Slim profiles and large expanses of glass maximise the natural light flowing through a building, reducing the need for artificial lighting.
  • Compatible with modern methods of construction. Steel windows and doors have remarkable adaptability and versatility: frames are inherently strong, allowing for larger glazed areas without compromising structural integrity.
  • Can be manufactured in myriad shapes and sizes to meet a wide range of contemporary and traditional architectural demands - particularly those requiring light-filled spaces with impressive thermal performance.
  • Modern powder-coated finishing options enhance durability and longevity and significantly reduce maintenance requirements across the product’s lifetime. Traditional black is still the go-to choice, but there are hundreds of different colours to choose from. 

Steel's ability to meet building regulations and environmental standards while maintaining high performance and aesthetic standards; its impressive longevity, recyclability, energy efficiency and adaptability mean it has a crucial role in the future of the UK construction industry as it works to meet net-zero targets.

Get in touch to find out how steel windows and doors can be incorporated into your next commercial or residential project.

For more information and technical support, visit crittall-windows.co.uk

Contact:
01376 530800
hq@crittall-windows.co.uk

 

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