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Q&A: Apartment dweller with window frames made of aluminum or metal, how can I hang curtains?

Question by bjv24th: Apartment dweller with window frames made of aluminum or metal, how can I hang curtains?
Just moved into an apartment that has aluminum or metal window frames, any ideas on window treatments? I don’t wont to drill any holes in the walls and the blinds provided don’t offer enough privacy and too much light coming in at night?
Help, please.

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Answer by workmanbe

I am sure that the windows you are talking about are not that deep and that the current window treatments take up the recess of the window. Also if it is like places I have lived they dont want you to remove the provided window treatments.

take some time, really look at the window and frame and wall…
maybe even make something that is freestanding from the floor.

Then design something that suits your needs.

Most importantly… patent your design and try to improve on it then sell it… There are probably a ton of people out there with the same problem as you and you could make money off of finding the solution. Then you can stop renting and put whatever kind of curtains you want up on the windows that you own.

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Posted by Window Treatments - January 19, 2013 at 1:34 pm

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Aluminum Awning Windows Tidbits

People deem awnings their homes’ or patios’ protection from direct sunlight. A sun cover that’s made out of fabric is the design they instantly think of. Today, home improvement experts have created the concept called as aluminum awning windows.

You could say that aluminum awning windows are starting to gain popularity in regards to home design. They don’t come in ready-to-use fabric but only regular window with glazes or tints. This could only means that you have sun protection even with no awning and fabric on your window area.

In case you haven’t seen these aluminum awning windows just yet, you would be confused since it looks like a plain window besides its colors. You can see them in darker tints, as they tend to block out excessive sunlight from entering the home.

Such windows also have hinges so they could be opened properly and let air circulate and some sunlight inside, but there is still control so as to avoid overexposure to such elements.

One of the upsides in using aluminum awning windows is the fact that they come in many different styles that could suit your meticulous preference. You can even get the ones that resemble jalousie windows. This could mean that you will have several layers or rectangular glass windows. You could even have small square windows to come up with one whole window for your home design.

Apart from the shape, awning windows give you an option whether all windows have hinge, so as to be opened or if you want only a part with such feature. The good thing about this particular choice is that it gives you the best design that you are looking for in beautifying your home.

These are the features of awning windows. That said, if you want something functional, but at the same time, something that your design needs, you only need to opt for these windows since home design has already been considered an essential today. This will certainly make your home look unique and you are bound to get the attention of every person who pays a visit to your home.

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Posted by Sarah Moore - December 10, 2012 at 2:35 pm

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Choose Aluminum Awning Windows

Usually, the first thing that comes to mind to those people who desire to put up sunshades on their patio or front yard are the ones made out of fabric. The flow of the cloth adds effect and drama, the designs are pretty and the color choices are endless. However, more and more materials are starting to emerge from the back. One perfect example are the aluminum awnings.

Aluminum awnings are creating such a buzz these days. It is becoming popular among home improvement experts. The use of it is one latest concept in terms of home design. This is far from the typical fabricated ones on a regular window. It can even be misinterpreted as a plain window aside from the colors for they also come in darker shades. Which makes it better because it is helping in maximizing the capacity to block extreme sunlight that penetrates the home. But what makes it more better is that even though it is dark, it still provides you with a clear view from the inside. This window type also have its own hinges where you can open if you are in the mood for fresh air to swing in or maybe a hint of sun to lighten up the room. The control is placed all on you. Moreover, since people nowadays put a lot of importance on style and trend, then these aluminum awnings were also made to serve you that. They also come in different designs that will perfectly fit the specific rooms of your home. There are jalousie look-alikes, small squares, medium squares and even floor to ceiling ones.

The home is a place of comfort and relaxation. It should be made that way especially for the people living in it. There is in fact a variety of choices to choose from and this is just one of them. If you are still puzzled and have not made up your mind just yet, then it would not hurt if you take into consideration the use of aluminum awning windows. It has every little detail that one looks for in designing their homes.

 

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Posted by Sarah Moore - October 14, 2012 at 1:00 pm

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Q&A: How to remove glue from an aluminum frame?

Question by jessica: How to remove glue from an aluminum frame?
The aluminum frame is actually the window frames on my boat. Previous owner had glued some kind of boarded window treatment. I took it all down and it left this sticky, glue like substance that won’t scrape off. I already used adhevise remover, an orange scented small bottle from target and tried scrapping it with a platics scrapper. No luck. Trying acetone now.

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Answer by Rebel
If it’s silicone try some WD40 and a putty knife or you could try to remove it with a heat gun and a putty knife.

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Posted by Window Treatments - October 8, 2012 at 1:41 pm

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