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THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO EXTERNAL WINDOWS & DOORS

Natural light. Air flow. Energy efficiency. Noise reduction. Bushfire ratings. You might not initially think of these when choosing windows and doors for your home – especially if you are a first-time renovator – but there’s actually a lot to consider, starting with the architectural style.

“Different styles lend themselves to different window and door types,” says Stewart Horton, interior designer at Newcastle-based Horton & Co. “For example, if you had a red brick Federation house, you wouldn’t be rushing to put in the latest chunky aluminium window suites. It’s really about considering the style of house you have, and

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