18/03/17

Movable mullion: advantages and disadvantages.

All the main advantages of PVC windows are typical for windows with movable mullion. Their acoustic characteristics, reliability, durability, variety of colors and ease of care are the same as in the case of standard PVC construction. They can be upgraded with additional options such as antiburglar, energy saving or sun protection.

Movable mullion window is the best option for window openings of non-standard shape, especially if the design does not allow the use of vertical mullions. This is true not only for bold architectural projects, but also for the restoration of old historical mansions.

Plastic windows with movable mullions are now becoming increasingly popular for many reasons:
- they provide the freedom of the window opening when opend and panoramic view,
- can be executed in a right or left variant
- the locking mechanism is hidden from the eyes
- advanced design

However, designs with movable mullion have some properties which the user can doubt whether to buy them.

- Not to everyone it seems convenient to open doors alternately.

- Sash with movable mullions opens always only in the turn way

- Mosquito net for window will occupy the entire area of the window opening.

However, the above points can be hardly called disadvantages. Experts recommended to use windows with movable mullion in wide openings or irregular shape openings. Therefore, when planning installation of plastic windows, do not forget to consider this option. Perhaps this is exactly what you need.