• Sunday, July 25th, 2010
We have again lifted the industry standards with our latest evolution of self cleaning glass coating.
We have announced that ALL of our standard juliet balconies that we keep in stock, 28 different models, will from now be supplied with our unique self cleaning glass coating at NO extra cost.
This coating is a unique hydrophobic totally clear coating that makes the glass super smooth, scratch resistant and adds brilliance. The coating is applied to BOTH sides of the glass and so helps the cleaning inside as well as out!
Environment friendly
This coating is truly eco-friendly. In a manner of speaking, water and rain does the cleaning for you, so it’s more hygienic and with fewer bacteria there’s less need for harsh chemical cleaners – which is kind to the environment and to the customers pocket.
While the coating dramatically reduce the cleaning requirements of treated surfaces, just like high quality Teflon® - coated cooking pans – some cleaning and maintenance is required to ensure on-going performance.
Self cleaning glass now for free
We have identified this as a very important requirement by our clients and have decided that on the standard Juliets we will give this added benefit for free. This special self clean glass coating is also available for all of our other products, namely glass railings, glass balustrades, curved glass doors and curved sliding doors.
Read more technical information on the self cleaning glass coating.
• Sunday, July 18th, 2010
At times of great stress when the economy takes a turn for the worse or new regulations force significant changes, companies have innovated, both commercially and technically, to come up with new solutions that attract new customers and new possibilities that extend the market. Right now, system companies, hardware and component companies and fabricators have been active in improving and developing their product range to help their customers maintain their competitive edge. Homeowners have a much wider choice of window styles and colours, a choice of energy efficient windows and a wider choice in doors.
The confidence to experiment
TV programmes such as Grand Designs have also encouraged homeowners to be more creative and adventurous. They encouraged people to look at the possibilities in properties, and to look for products that add value, style and uniqueness. These programmes and their counterparts in printed media have opened homeowners’ eyes and imagination. They’ve given homeowners the confidence to look for products that can make their property stand out from the rest, and for products that are able to transform a building. They are more confident about experimenting with the shape, size and look of their property. Suppliers and installers – enablers – that can help homeowners achieve their vision and transform their properties will be the winners.
The upsurge in demand
Since the start of the year we have been pedalling fast to keep up with the demand for our balconies, balustrades and curved patio doors. The upsurge in demand in the midst of a deep recession may surprise some, but architects, developers, self builders and homeowners want to make properties look different, better and more stylish, and when offered the means to do so are quick to find a way to do it. A stylish balustrade, or stunning curved patio doors really do transform a building and you don’t need to be an architect to see their potential.
Many window and door companies are discovering they have the skills and experience that can help them take advantage of this opportunity. A number have already been selected to become Balcony dealers and distributors and are helping transform their customers’ properties and their own prospects.
• Wednesday, July 07th, 2010
Balcony have recently supplied and installed 4 sets of curved sliding doors overlooking the National Trust village of Lacock.
The interesting fact about these doors is that balcony was required to make rails which were over 10 meters in length in one unit so as to maintain a continuous frame around the opening. This required some modification of the standard door system but the results are marvellous.
The curved doors replaced a facetted system originally designed. The curves complement the property and have allowed larger spans of glass than any facetted option could have allowed.
The curved doors were RAL powder coated and the curved glass used was 28mm Low-E double glazing with safety glass on both sides.
Also incorporated into the first floor doors were two sets of curved Juliet Balconies to protect the users from a fall when the doors are open.
• Sunday, July 04th, 2010
Started over two years ago the development of over 600 apartments is nearing completion at the “Crossharbour” suite in East London.
The site is part of the redevelopment of East London in preparation for the 2012 Olympics due to take place in London that summer.
Balcony Systems was involved in the supply of over 4500 meters of their unique glass railing system and a special facia solution for the balcony structure.
Over 6 different special aluminium profiles were specifically extruded for this project. Handrails were finished in Balcony’s proprietary handrail finish called “Royal Chrome” which the architects found extremely pleasing.
The fascia were finished in a metallic anodize colour that uses a special method to break the light giving it a blue-grey colour.
The glass railing were required to use laminated toughened glasses so the balconies conform to both European and British standards:
