uPVC Awning Windows Sydney
Top-hinged so the open sash forms a small awning over the opening - which is exactly why they can stay open through a Sydney downpour.
An awning window hinges at the head and opens outward at the sill, so the sash itself sheds water away from the gap. That one detail makes it the only style you can reliably leave open in wet weather, and it is why awnings end up above kitchen benches, in bathrooms, in laundries and as highlight windows above larger fixed panes.
Every window and door is made to measure, so the figure above is a starting point rather than a quote. Size, glazing specification, colour and access all move it - the pricing guide explains each factor, and a free on-site measure produces an itemised price.
Best uses
Anywhere ventilation needs to continue regardless of weather, and anywhere the opening sits above head height. Awnings are also the usual answer for wide, short openings - a proportion that suits a top hinge far better than a side one. Paired above a fixed window they let you keep a large uninterrupted pane of glass at eye level and still ventilate the room.
Security and privacy
Because the sash opens outward and the restrictor limits travel, an awning at a modest opening is difficult to get through while still moving useful air. On a ground-floor bathroom or laundry that combination of privacy glass and a restricted awning is usually the practical specification.
What it costs
Awnings are among the more affordable styles in the range, starting from $520 for a 900 x 600mm window in double glazed uPVC. The final figure depends on the size, glazing specification and colour - see the full pricing guide for what moves the number.
Awning Windows at a glance
| Opening style | Top-hinged, outward opening, rain-resistant |
|---|---|
| Frame | 5-6 chambered European uPVC, welded corners |
| Glazing | Double or triple glazed, up to 44mm IGU |
| Frame U-value | As low as 0.77 W/m2K |
| Noise reduction | Up to 45dB with acoustic laminated glass |
| Hardware | Multi-point locking with opening restrictor |
| Warranty | 10-year product, 6-year installation |
Compare the rest of the windows range
Casement Windows
Side-hinged so the sash swings clear of the opening, a casement gives you the whole aperture for airflow and an uninterrupted view when open.
From $580
Tilt and Turn Windows
The signature European window: one handle, two modes. Tilt the sash inward at the top for secure background ventilation, or turn it a further ninety degrees to swing fully open.
From $780
Sliding Windows
Horizontal operation within the frame, so nothing swings into the room or out over a walkway. The practical choice where space rules out a casement.
Fixed Windows
No sash, no hardware, no gap to seal - which makes a fixed window the best thermal and acoustic performer in the whole range, and the cheapest per square metre.
From $350
Bay Windows
An angled multi-panel configuration that projects beyond the wall line, adding usable floor space and a wide outlook to the room behind it.
Not sure which style suits the opening? The double glazing guide covers how glass and frame choices interact, and the full windows range lists every configuration we build. Managing a block of units? See strata window replacement.