
To learn more about the project, see Reader Rehab: A Photographer’s Kitchen in London.Ībove: Requiring minimal framework, steel windows are a great solution for open corner windows, such as this steel entry door and surround.
Require minimal upkeep compared with wood windows and doors.Ībove: The framing around industrial style steel doors can be pencil thin (unlike wood, which requires a large beam to support a door). London portrait photographer Abi Campbell’s kitchen renovation included new steel frame doors and windows with large openings to bring in as much light as possible to the north-facing room. Unlike wood, steel window frames do not contract and expand in response to weather conditions. They are galvanized (coated with a layer of zinc at very high temperatures) to prevent corrosion. Extremely durable, steel frames are resistant to decay, weather, and fire. All corners and joints of steel windows are welded, galvanized, and powder coated, forming an unbroken surface around the frame. Steel frame windows span architectural styles, working well in both traditional and modern houses. A minimal amount of framing material is needed for structural integrity, offering clean and clear views. Due to the material’s strength, steel windows have very slender sightlines. What are the benefits of steel frame windows? Read on for everything you need to know about steel factory windows:Ībove: Photograph by Hufton & Crow courtesy of Gundry & Ducker. For more of this project, see Steal This Look: A House with Slate Shingle Siding. What’s not to like? They’re expensive, for starters. And their elegant, narrow sight lines offer unobstructed views, blurring the lines between indoors and out. The aesthetic harkens back to the greenhouses, factories, and warehouses of the 19th century. Last week Michelle inspired us with 11 Facades with Factory Windows. Icon - Check Mark A check mark for checkbox buttons. Icon - Twitter Twitters brand mark for use in social sharing icons. Icon - Pinterest Pinterests brand mark for use in social sharing icons. flipboard Icon - Instagram Instagrams brand mark for use in social sharing icons. Icon - Facebook Facebooks brand mark for use in social sharing icons. Icon - Email Used to indicate an emai action. Icon - Search Used to indicate a search action. Icon - Zoom In Used to indicate a zoom in action on a map.
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