Window handles are one of the elements you should pay attention to when planning the look of your interior. If it is to be distinctive, have a distinct style - it is worth choosing the right handle yourself, as it is a detail that can significantly affect the functionality and presentation of not only the window, but also the entire room, adding to its unique character.
So which windows and interiors is a vintage handle suitable for? In which rooms will it work best? Let's find out!
Window with historic handle - for which rooms?
The historic handle is a perfect element enriching the appearance of windows installed in rooms with historical, retro, vintage or antique style. In rooms where old-world architecture mixes with modern technology and the décor is distinguished by elegant details, classic shapes and elaborate ornamentation.
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Vintage handle - in which windows can it be used?
Historic handle in timber windows
The vintage handle is most often used on timber windows. Often, these windows also have the typical arch shape of the old days and muntins.
Timber windows with black historic handle by Aikon Distribution
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Historic handle in uPVC windows
As we mentioned the vintage handle is most commonly used on timber windows. But not only! Increasingly, the historic handle is also being installed on PVC windows, which breaks the spirit of modernity of this type of window and gives them an original style. Windows in classic white or grey fitted with muntin bars are ideal for this role.
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Window with historical handle - where style mixes with modern technology
As we mentioned, historic handle windows are styled to look somewhat vintage. However, they have the latest technology and are created with the best possible materials. They can be fitted with burglar-proof, toughened, solar control glass or ornamental glass to ensure maximum comfort and security. They also have very good technical parameters - they are resistant to harmful external factors, protect against wind, cold and noise.
Window with historic handle created by AIkon Distribution
Historic windows
When we talk about the historic handle window, it is impossible not to mention historic windows. This is a special timber profile distinguished by its traditional drainage and timber eaves, as well as an optional elegant ‘cremona’ closure. It is most commonly found in Parisian flats decorated in the ‘old style’ and in major French cities, but there is nothing to prevent it being assembled in a building located in another country as well.
Historic handle window at Aikon Distribution
At Aikon Distribution, historic handle windows, just like any other window, are fully personalised and created to the individual customer's order. This ensures that they are assured of a product that is perfectly tailored to their needs and requirements.
How does ordering a window with a historic handle work?
The customer and the salesman agree on the details of the window's appearance, the materials it is to be made of, the parameters, possible additions, etc. Of course, at every stage of the order, our salesman is there to help and offer his experience, so you don't need to know anything about windows in order to choose the one that will perfectly fit the project or investment in question.
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