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The Oltreluce Project

June 21st, 2011 10:59 pm


The Oltreluce project was created to bring together contemporary design and the most advanced technology applied to residential doors and windows.

The Oltreluce line is characterised by extremely reduced dimensions for the aluminium part, which gives more space to the glass surface. This line was designed based on the “retractable casement” concept that has a single visible aluminium strip as the casement (the part of the window unit that can be opened) is hidden by the frame. By installing the window unit with special devices, it is possible to almost completely eliminate the visible aluminium. This is where the name “Oltreluce” comes from.

The real novelty of the line is that it offers a range of interior design solutions, rediscovering aluminium combined with wood purely as a decorative element to create lines which are characterised by clean stretches, without giving up a strong aesthetic impact.

Wood combined with aluminium makes an impression. The inlaid model is the concept that best interprets this stylish solution, where aluminium and wood are joined together in a single frame.

As for all aluminium-wood systems, the window unit is characterised by a bearing structure in aluminium that lends stability and decoration that is constituted by the combination of aluminium with wood.

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Everything From Home Improvement

June 20th, 2011 11:27 pm


Some of the biggest problems with contractors can be easily avoided by simply checking out the contractor first and making sure that you’re hiring a reputable, well established and professional contractor.

While most states license electrical and plumbing contractors, only 36 states have some type of licensing and registration statutes affecting contractors, remodelers, and/or specialty contractors. The licensing can range from simple registration to a detailed qualification process. Also, the licensing requirements in one locality may be different from the requirements in the rest of the state.

Check with your local building department or consumer protection agency to find out about licensing requirements in your area. If your state has licensing laws, ask to see the contractor’s license and make sure that it’s current.

Since not all states require licensing you may have no choice in hiring an unlicensed contractor. This can still work out if you know what you are doing and he knows what he’s doing. The license doesn’t necessarily mean you get expertise, but it does mean you get leverage.

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