Determining the optimal design of the window system is the first thing you have to think about when deciding on glazing a loggia or balcony. You have to choose from two options: traditional systems with a swing opening method and modern sliding structures. Let's compare them on a number of key parameters.:

Operational properties and service life
As the name implies, the movable elements of the frame of sliding systems are shifted to the side and do not take up extra space, which cannot be said about swing structures, the flaps of which can "eat up" almost the entire space of the balcony. This also affects convenience: it is usually much easier to move the sash sideways to ventilate or wipe the glass.
The durability and reliability of the system depends on the quality of the profile and fittings rather than on the opening method. Modern sliding windows have a slightly lower declared opening/closing life than their counterparts. However, if we take into account their average service life of half a century, this difference does not seem significant.
Appearance
No matter what tricks manufacturers of swing systems go to, designs with sliding doors always look modern and original. In addition, the sliding elements of the frame are not so heavily loaded, which allows a large area of the window opening to be occupied by glass.
Complexity of installation
Almost all modern "warm" balcony windows are metal-plastic and weigh a lot, regardless of the design. This can add a lot of difficulties when glazing balconies in old buildings, and in some cases installation will have to be abandoned altogether in favor of less massive "cold" plastic or aluminum frames.
Thermal insulation properties
Modern metal-plastic sliding systems are not inferior to classic models with folding or pivoting doors in terms of their ability to keep warm indoors. But it's pointless to wait for a decent level of insulation from "cold" aluminum frames: they provide only minimal thermal insulation that prevents the balcony from freezing.
Cost
Comparing the cost of swing and sliding solutions is always not in favor of the latter: the price difference can be up to a quarter of the total cost of the window. The most expensive thing is to buy "warm" metal-plastic structures; "cold" systems are not too different in price from their counterparts. 1xBet met l’accent sur la satisfaction de ses membres dès leur arrivée. Utilisez le code promo 1xbet ci pendant votre inscription pour obtenir un bonus de 100 % jusqu’à 130 € sur les sports ou un bonus casino de 1950 € + 150 tours gratuits. Cette promotion vous permet d’apprécier pleinement les fonctionnalités avancées du site. Paris en direct, machines à sous variées et support multilingue sont à votre disposition.