uPVC glazing bars for windows

Window glazing bars

Glazing bars are considered a traditional and historical style element. When paired with modern aluminium windows, the result is a unique window design. Modern buildings can enjoy a more distinct character with alu lattice windows. In the windows24.com configurator, you can choose between three different glazing bar systems: The Viennese, the Helima and Sash. While the Viennese glazing bar only rests on the glass pane, the Helima glazing bar is inserted between the glass surfaces.

The Different Types of Glazing Bars

Sash Glazing Bars

Glazing bars – are also called “real” bars because they bear the load of the glass and each area separated by the bar is individually equipped with an insulating glass pane. This allows flexible positioning as well as creativity in terms of colour and structure. The continuous glazing bar is more expensive than the other type of glazing bars, but it also provides a greater break-in protection. Although it is a traditional bar, it is still state-of-the-art in terms of its tightness.

Vinnese Glazing Bars

The Viennese glazing bar, the so-called “fake” glazing bar, is used for aesthetic and visual purposes, as it only rests on the pane and has no effect on the window’s insulating characteristics. This type of bar can be attached on one or both sides of the window, giving the impression of real glazing bar insulating glass. In the event of damage, the Viennese bar can be easily replaced and, in contrast to a glass-dividing bar, can also be made thin, if desired.

Helima Glazing Bars

The Helima glazing bar is also considered a “fake” glazing bar, as it's only used in the space between the panes. The powder-coated aluminium glazing bar is installed in double or triple-glazed windows and eliminates the need for time-consuming maintenance or even replacement. It can be painted in different colours or covered with decorative decor. Helima glazing bars are easy to manufacture and, because they are on the inside, they allow you to easily clean the window.

Material	Advantages	Disadvantages
Wood glazing bars	Natural, warm look, good insulating characteristics	Need maintenance, slightly more expensive
UPVC glazing bars	Inexpensive, available in all RAL colours, very easy to care for	Don't go so well visually with wood windows; not so good insulating characteristics
Alu glazing bars	Very weather-resistant, very easy to care for	More expensive, not so good insulating characteristics

The choice of material also depends on the nature of the existing windows. A wooden bar, for example, looks less attractive on a plastic window than on a wooden window.

Different Material Options

uPVC Window Glazing Bars

Glazing bars made of uPVC combine traditional charm with modern technology, making them an excellent choice for any window type. Whether Helima, Viennese, or Sash glazing bars - the design possibilities for your uPVC windows are virtually unlimited. Thanks to the multi-chamber system, the material offers effective thermal insulation, stability, easy maintenance, and, above all, an attractive price.

In our configurator, you can adapt the glazing bars to match the colour of the window frame and select the glazing bar type, width, and number to suit your individual preferences.

uPVC-Aluminium Window Glazing Bars

uPVC windows with a robust aluminium shell on the outside combine durability with creative freedom when it comes to glazing bar design. Depending on the glazing bar type, you can, for example, match a warm wood decor on the inside with a strong aluminium colour or subtle metallic finish on the exterior.

The aluminium shell shields the uPVC profile from weathering, giving both the window and the glazing bars excellent resistance and long-lasting performance. This makes uPVC-aluminium windows particularly well suited for both real and applied glazing bars.

Wooden Windows with Glazing Bars

Glazing bars made of wood are especially popular for period properties and country houses, thanks to their traditional appearance. At windows24.com, you can configure wooden windows in a variety of timbres such as pine, spruce, or oak, select your preferred wood stain, and add up to 4 x 4 glazing bars. In addition, you can choose from a range of RAL colours - including classics such as green, wine red, or beige.

Wooden windows stand out for their premium quality, sustainability, and stability, making them the perfect choice for anyone who values craftsmanship and eco-friendliness.

Wood-Aluminium Windows with Glazing Bars

While pure wooden windows are constantly exposed to the effects of changing weather, the variant with a robust aluminium shell on the outside provides additional protection for the glazing bars. This clever combination lets you enjoy the charm of wooden glazing bars on the inside, paired with a modern aluminium look on the outside. Alongside authentic wood finishes, a classic white coating is also available.

Wood-aluminium windows can be configured with up to 4 x 4 wooden glazing bars and tailored to your needs with insulating, soundproof, or security glazing, as well as decorative or textured glass options.

Aluminium Windows with Glazing Bars

Aluminium windows stand out for their stability, low maintenance, and excellent thermal insulation. If you are planning large glazing-bar windows or want to add extra strength with bars, aluminium is particularly well suited for the task. Helima or Viennese bars in black or grey tones make it easy to achieve an authentic industrial loft look.

For those who prioritize security and long-lasting performance, aluminium windows are the perfect choice, whether for large or small window openings.

When it comes to the colour design of the external aluminium cladding, the possibilities are various (etc.). In addition to standard RAL colours such as light grey, white, and moss green, a wide range of special RAL colours are also available - including ruby red, pigeon blue, and slate grey. Metallic and textured finishes, such as iron mica, are also an option for the aluminium shell of wood windows. This allows you to perfectly match your new wood-aluminium glazing bar windows to any façade colour.

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