Timber windows and doors are renowned for their timeless aesthetic appeal, natural warmth, and environmental sustainability. However, traditional timber bars and beads have their limitations in terms of stability, durability, and maintenance. To overcome these challenges, joineries and manufacturers have embraced timber composite profiles as an innovative solution. In this blog, BWF member QWood explore the numerous benefits of using these products in the process of manufacturing timber windows and doors.
Reduced Preparation Times
Timber composite profiles can be used straight from the box. This means that a lot of the traditional preparation for manufacturing bars and beads can be bypassed. There is no need to select suitable timber, as every piece is always straight and free of knots. It also removes the necessity to extract moisture, treat, acclimatise, or condition the profiles before using them. This takes away the labour-intensive inspection and sorting which occurs with traditional beads.
Improved Production and Processing
The flow of product throughout the joinery process can be improved by utilising timber composite profiles. As the profiles are already shaped, no spindle moulder is needed, and no de-nibbing is necessary. These bars and beads can be machined using traditional joinery tools such as Stegherr and Hoffman machines. Plus, the top coat can be painted straight onto the composite with no need for a primer. All of these features save time and money in the manufacturing process.
Enhanced Stability and Durability
One of the primary advantages of timber composite bars and beads is their superior stability and durability compared to traditional timber. The design of wood composites results in profiles that exhibit improved resistance to warping, twisting, and swelling, ensuring long-term stability. This enhanced durability of composite profiles means that windows and doors maintain their structural integrity over time, even in challenging climatic conditions.
Reduced Maintenance Requirements
Timber windows and doors often require regular maintenance, including sanding, painting, and sealing, to protect against moisture and UV damage. Timber composite profiles offer reduced maintenance requirements. They are designed to be highly resistant to rot, decay, and warping. And if a touch-up is needed for long-term maintenance, only a top coat needs to be reapplied. This means overall maintenance costs, not to mention time and effort, can be saved.
Sustainable Manufacturing
Timber composite profiles contribute to sustainable manufacturing practices in the timber industry. By incorporating recycled materials, manufacturers can reduce waste and minimise environmental impact. Additionally, composite profiles can be engineered to have a longer lifespan than solid timber, further enhancing their sustainability credentials. By choosing composite profiles, consumers can support eco-friendly choices and reduce the demand for solid timber, which helps preserve natural forests.
Composite Bars and Beads
The use of composite profiles in the manufacturing process of timber windows and doors offers numerous benefits that enhance their overall performance, durability, and sustainability. They can be used straight from the box, and you can use every piece, every time.
Composite bars and beads provide improved stability, reduced maintenance requirements, and design flexibility. Moreover, they contribute to sustainable manufacturing practices, supporting a greener future. As the industry continues to evolve, these profiles are revolutionising the production of timber window and doors, offering a compelling choice for homeowners, architects, and joiners seeking exceptional quality, functionality, and aesthetics.
