3-Panel Awning & Fixed Window | H900 x W1800

The 3-Panel Awning & Fixed Window (H900 x W1800) combines operable bottom-hinged awning sashes with fixed glass panels within a single structural aluminium frame measuring 900mm high by 1800mm wide. Engineered for Australian residential and commercial builds, this combination delivers controlled weatherproof ventilation through the awning panels while maximising natural light and unobstructed sightlines through the fixed sections. Every window is built to Australian Standard AS 2047 and can be customised with bespoke glass, powder-coated colours, and integrated insect or security screens.

Why This 3-Panel Window Works for Australian Homes

Getting decent airflow into a room without letting the afternoon rain drench your floors is a constant balancing act in Australian weather. That is where awning windows shine. Because the operable panels are hinged at the top and swing outwards from the bottom, the glass itself acts like a protective shield against falling rain. You can keep the window cracked open during a sudden summer downpour in Brisbane or Sydney and still let fresh air circulate through the house.

Combining awning sashes with a fixed centre or side panel gives you the best of both worlds. You get the structural stability and wide, clear viewing area of a fixed picture window, paired with the practical ventilation of chain-winder awning panels. At 1800mm wide and 900mm high, this 3-panel layout hits a sweet spot for proportion and natural light distribution. It breaks up a wide stretch of wall without demanding full-height structural changes, making it a reliable workhorse for new builds, extensions, and window replacements.

Typical Room Applications for H900 x W1800

The 900mm by 1800mm dimension is one of the most versatile proportions in residential building design. You will see this size specified across a variety of rooms:

• Kitchen Splashbacks and Benches: Placed directly above a standard kitchen bench or sink, this window brings natural daylight onto your food preparation area. The awning winder mechanism is easy to reach across a benchtop without stretching or straining.

• Bedrooms and Guest Rooms: Installed at eye level or slightly higher, it provides privacy from street view while allowing consistent nighttime ventilation without draughts blowing directly across a bed.

• Living and Dining Rooms: Works brilliantly as a secondary light source along side-boundary walls where you want natural illumination and airflow without staring directly into a neighbour's fence.

• Home Offices and Studios: Helps regulate room temperature and carbon dioxide levels during long work days, keeping you alert without needing to run the air conditioner from morning to night.

Architectural Specifications & Frame Strength

We build these windows using heavy-duty structural aluminium extrusions designed to withstand high wind loads and harsh UV exposure across Australia. Aluminium will not warp, rot, or swell over time, so your sashes will close cleanly and seal tightly year after year.

• Overall Dimensions: 900mm High x 1800mm Wide (custom sizing and manufacturing adjustments available on request).

• Frame Construction: High-tensile, corrosion-resistant aluminium profile with reinforced corner joints.

• Weatherproofing: Continuous perimeter Santoprene or EPDM compression gaskets around operable sashes to block wind infiltration, moisture penetration, and external noise.

• Hardware: Heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant stainless steel chain winders with fold-away handles. These winders hold the sash firmly in place at your chosen opening angle, preventing sudden slamming during gusty wind changes.

• Security & Locking: Integrated key-lockable chain winders come standard, allowing you to secure the window in a closed or restricted-ventilation position.

How to Configure Your Glass for Climate and Comfort

The glass you choose dictates how comfortable your room feels in the middle of January and the dead of July. We offer five distinct glazing packages so you can tailor the window to its orientation and local climate:

• Clear Glass: The standard option for maximum light transmission and clarity. Best suited to well-shaded southern elevations where heat gain is not a primary problem.

• Grey Tinted Glass: Cuts down harsh glare and reduces solar heat gain by absorbing a portion of incoming solar energy. It is a smart, budget-friendly upgrade for east and west-facing rooms that catch low-angle morning or afternoon sun.

• Low-E Glass (Low Emissivity): Features a microscopic, transparent coating that reflects radiant heat. During a hot Australian summer, it bounces outside heat back away from your home. In winter, it reflects your interior heating back into the room, slashing energy wastage and lowering cooling bills.

• Satinlite Obscure Glass: A textured pattern glass that lets soft natural light flood into the space while completely blocking visibility from the outside. Perfect for ground-floor bathrooms, ensuites, or windows facing a close boundary line.

• Double Glazed (All Glass Types): Two panes of glass separated by a sealed, dehydrated air or argon-gas cavity. Double glazing provides top-tier WERS thermal performance and dramatically cuts traffic and neighbourhood noise. You can specify double glazing with Clear, Grey Tint, Low-E, or Satinlite Obscure glass.

Powder-Coated Colours Built for the Australian Sun

A window frame is only as good as its surface finish. Cheap coatings oxidise, chalk, and fade after a few summers under intense Australian UV light. We use premium architectural powder coatings that bond permanently to the aluminium surface.

• Pearl White: A crisp, bright gloss white that suits modern render, coastal Hamptons styles, and classic weatherboard homes.

• Custom Black: A bold, contemporary matte or satin black that frames your outdoor view like a photograph and pairs brilliantly with brickwork, timber cladding, and industrial interiors.

• Custom Colours: Working on an architectural project with a specific colour scheme? We can match and powder-coat your frame to your required Dulux or Interpon colour specification.

Insect & Security Screen Integration

Because awning windows open outwards, screens are fitted neatly to the interior face of the window frame. The winder handle passes cleanly through a discreet slot at the bottom of the screen, meaning you can open, close, and lock the window without ever needing to remove the mesh.

• No Screens: Choose this if you are installing high-level fixed glazing or do not require insect protection.

• Standard Flyscreens: Fine, durable fibreglass mesh set in an aluminium frame to keep mosquitoes, flies, and midges outside while letting breezes flow through.

• Diamond Grille Screens: A heavy-duty aluminium diamond-pattern grille backed with insect mesh, adding a physical visual deterrent against opportunistic intruders.

• Stainless Steel Security Screens: Our premium security option. Woven from high-tensile marine-grade stainless steel mesh and clamped into a reinforced aluminium frame, it offers maximum knife-shear and impact resistance without ruining your external view or blocking natural light.

Built to Australian Standard AS 2047

Every building product installed in a residential or commercial Australian property must meet strict national performance benchmarks. Our 3-Panel Awning & Fixed Windows are manufactured and tested to comply fully with AS 2047, the mandatory Australian Standard for windows and external glazed doors in buildings.

During certification testing, these frame profiles are subjected to extreme deflection tests under high wind pressures, rigorous water penetration resistance testing, and air infiltration measurements. When you buy from New Age Construction Group, you are investing in a certified structural product built to keep your home dry, secure, and energy efficient.

Australia-Wide Delivery & Expert Support

Based at our manufacturing facility in Smeaton Grange (NSW 2567), we supply builders, tradespeople, and homeowners right across Australia. Whether your job site is in metro Sydney, regional New South Wales, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, or Perth, we pack and freight custom aluminium glazing with protective packaging to ensure it arrives on site ready for installation. Typical lead times run between 3 and 5 weeks depending on custom colour and double-glazing specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I leave an awning window open when it rains?

Yes. Because the sash is hinged at the top and pushes out from the bottom, it acts like a canopy over the window opening. You can leave it slightly open during light to moderate rainfall without water entering the room, making it ideal for continuous bathroom or kitchen ventilation.

Where is a 900x1800 window size typically installed in Australian homes?

This dimension is most commonly used as an above-bench kitchen window, a bedroom ventilation window, or a high-level privacy window along side boundaries. Its 1800mm width lets in plenty of daylight, while the 900mm height leaves plenty of wall space below for kitchen joinery, furniture, or beds.

How do flyscreens and security screens work with chain winder windows?

Screens on awning windows are fitted to the inside of the frame. The stainless steel chain winder sits at the bottom sill, and the screen frame sits flush over the opening with a dedicated cut-out or housing for the winder control. You can spin the handle to open or close the glass without touching or removing the screen.

Are these aluminium windows compliant with Australian Standard AS 2047?

Yes. Every window we manufacture is engineered to comply with AS 2047, which covers structural deflection, air infiltration, operational force, and water penetration resistance for Australian building conditions.

What is the lead time for a custom 3-panel aluminium window?

Standard production and delivery times across Australia typically range from 3 to 5 weeks. If you require custom powder-coat colours or specialized Low-E double glazing, our Smeaton Grange team will confirm exact manufacturing timeframes when you place your order.

Ready to upgrade your home with custom, weatherproof Australian aluminium windows? Select your colour, glass, and screen configuration above to order online, or contact our Smeaton Grange team for custom sizing and trade project quotes.