By GOBO explains the factors you need to consider when selecting windows if your home is situated near the sea. 

Have you ever considered the effects living near the ocean has on your house’s façade? 87% of the Australian population lives within 50 kilometres of the coast, nearly every state’s capital is a coastal city, so this issue applies to the vast majority of Australian. Thus, there are specific unique design considerations you must make when replacing your windows. As installers of sliding, lourve, bi fold, and awning windows in Perth, we outline a number of factors to consider when selecting your windows for your coastal home.

Salty and Sandy Breezes

When the Fremantle Doctor arrives on the Western Australian shore, it can blast salt and sand at windows, paint, carpentry, and many other parts of a home’s exterior. Coastal homes can become visibly weather-beaten very quickly, and windows are especially vulnerable.

Salt water can create streaking marks, and if your windows are particularly exposed to the wind the glass can even develop pitting. To combat this issue, make sure you’re keeping up with cleaning and maintenance, so you know when it’s time to replace your windows if pitting damage becomes extreme.

Heat and Humidity

It's important to ensure your windows are correctly matched for your climate. For example,  large, easy-to-open windows, such as louvres or awning windows, are common in hot climates. Perth homes can benefit greatly from considering the heat and humidity when selecting window designs. Coastal climates, especially those in Australia, get quite hot and humid for a significant amount of the year, so carefully choosing appropriate windows is vital to maintaining a comfortable temperature in the home. Awning windows in Perth go a long way for increasing ventilation without sacrificing privacy.

Aesthetic Value

Having a coastal home means you’re near a beautiful part of Australia’s natural environment. So, why not also create a beautiful home to match? Windows play a vital part in the aesthetic identity of your home. Having stylish windows brings great visual appeal to your home, and can also be a great way of making a house an expression of your own personal tastes and values. By GOBO provides a number of aesthetically-crafted window options to ensure your home matches the beautiful coastal setting.

Strategic Positioning

Where your windows are positioned is important for any home, but in coastal homes, it can be especially important. Placing large windows on the side of your home facing the ocean to capture the beautiful views, invite in cool breezes and create a bright and airy living space.

Using your windows to frame a view is also a great way of making interiors feel less cramped and give a focal point to the room. You should also ensure your windows provide privacy from neighbours and the street. We recommend awning windows for Perth homes for optimal privacy.