Aluminium louvres guide: its types, prices and pros and cons

In recent years, many householders prefer to the aluminium louver. The traditional louver is made of woods or other metals. And sometimes, the bamboo sheets may be the materials of the aluminium louver. These materials were chosen because of their light weight and shading power. However, they are being out of date.

 

The aluminium louver is to be the most important choice now. The aluminium louver is not just beautiful and generous, but sturdy and durable. Compared with other materials, the advantages of the aluminium are numerous. Some people said that the aluminium louver will be instead of other louvers. Is it true? Now, we will focus on the aluminum louvers and describe the suitable louver products.

 

What is Aluminium Louver?

Aluminium Louvers are windows or ventilators made of aluminium alloy with multiple adjustable or fixed blades for controlling light, air circulation, and privacy.

The structure of an aluminium louver consists mainly of: the blades, the aluminium frame and the adjusting fittings. Aluminium alloy strips arranged in parallel are able to be fixed or adjusted at an angle to control the entry of air and light. The blades come in a variety of sizes and shapes and can be flat, curved or fluted in design.

And the aluminium frame is lightweight and strong, providing a stable support structure that adapts to different installation situations, such as windows, vents or wall openings. In addition, some aluminium louvers are equipped with manual or electric adjustments, allowing users to adjust the angle of the blades by means of a rotating lever, button or remote control.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The advantages of the aluminium louver

1.Light weight

Light weight is the key advantage of the aluminium louver. If it is the heavy metal, it may not be used on the windows. Because the louver is kind of curtain of window, we will lift up it or lift it down. If its heavy makes us hardly lift up, we usually will not choose it. The light weight comes from two reasons: the traits of aluminium and the lower cost. The aluminium louver is made of aluminium with more alloys. It can mostly hollow core thin-walled composite sections, which are convenient to use, reducing weight.

 

 

2.High strength

High strength is another trait as aluminium louver. The aluminium is mixed with other alloys and is being strong. The high bending strength can easily be produced to any possible shapes. It accelerates that these materials are durable and have minimal deformation. The layers can keep as piece by piece.

 

 

3. Aluminium louver have a stylish appearance

Beautiful appearance of aluminium louver is the remarkable point. After anodizing, the surface of aluminum sheets will have various colors.

• If oxidation, the surface will be smooth and shiny.
• If you use it in a large window, the glass have high light transmittance.
• If you use other curtains, they can stop the light in and make the house dark.

However, if you use the aluminium louver, it can provide ample and bright indoor light. In design, it can enhance the contrast between the virtual and real facades, and make the living room more layered. It is the common material for experienced designers now.

 

 

4.Excellent sealing performance

Excellent sealing performance is the other advantage of aluminium louvers. Some people will say the aluminum does not have sealing trait. It is true, but the aluminum is easy to be extruded. The  cross-sectional dimensions of the profiles have high accuracy. The aluminum material can fit for other sealing materials with good waterproof, elastic, and durable properties, such as rubber  and silicone. These materials can be made as pressure strips and sealants. While producing the aluminium louver, the place that you can connect with the glass will be finished simultaneously. Other metals can not be so easily shaped, so the sealing performance is not good enough.

5.Corrosion resistance

Corrosion resistance is important that the oxide layer of aluminum profile generally does not fade or fall off, is not easy to alter, is easy to maintain, and does not require repair. It does mean the aluminium louver can keep perfect in a long time, and the customers can save the cost.

 

 

 

 

The disadvantages of aluminium louver

Even though there are many advantages of the aluminium louver, we can not ignore of their flaws. Poor insulation performance, prone to discoloration and air leakage are all its problems. However, we can have methods to fix it.

 

The poor insulation performance can be improved by mixing some alloys. In fact, the aluminium has poor insulation, but it can cool down while sunset. You can choose silk curtain as assistant to cover the heat outside.

 

Discoloration will break the total design of house. The aluminium is easy to color, but easy to discolor. To avoid discoloration, there are many other alloys to put in the aluminium to improve the problems and also, there are invisible painting can cover above the aluminium surface. It can helps the aluminium louver decrease the discoloration.

 

Air leakage is not the problem as curtain. If it is the aluminium window frame, the air leakage might be problem. If it is the louver, it is allowed to go through the air. Or if you do not like the air leakage, you can produce the louver sheets tightly. The layer covers the layer, and it can reduce the air going through.

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The types of aluminium louvers:

aluminium louvers are classified into several types according to different design and functional requirements. Each type has unique application scenarios in terms of light control, ventilation, privacy protection, and decorative effects. Below are several common types and designs of aluminium louvers and their functional features in detail:

 

 

1. Fixed Aluminium Louvers

Fixed aluminium louvers have blades mounted at a fixed angle, usually between 45 or 30 degrees. This design makes it impossible to adjust the blades, and the fixed blade angle effectively blocks direct sunlight from rising indoor temperatures while keeping natural light in. Fixed blinds are often used on facades or in areas exposed to harsh weather conditions, and the corrosion resistance of aluminium ensures long term outdoor use.

 

 

 

2. Adjustable Aluminium Louvers

Adjustable louvres have blades that are adjusted in angle by means of a manual lever, a motorised system or a remote control, allowing flexibility in adjusting the amount of light and ventilation according to requirements. This type of louvre is suitable for places that require versatility and flexible control.

The features of this type of aluminium louvers:

• Light control: by adjusting the angle of the blades, the amount of incoming light can be precisely controlled, from fully open to fully shaded.
• Privacy: while ensuring ventilation, the blades can be adjusted to block out external views, suitable for both residential and office spaces.
• Ventilation Flexibility: The blades can be adjusted at any time in response to weather and environmental changes to ensure air flow and indoor comfort.

3.Vertical Aluminium Louvers

Vertical aluminium louvers have vertically aligned blades and are typically used for large glass doors, floor-to-ceiling windows or wide wall openings. The blades slide along a horizontal track for flexible shading and ventilation.

This type of aluminium louver is suitable for large areas of shading needs, but also allows the flexibility to adjust the blade opening and closing to preserve the outdoor view. In large glass doors or open spaces, vertical blinds can act as partitions to provide privacy and functional zoning.

 

 

 

 

4. Horizontal Aluminium Louvers

Horizontal aluminium louvers are the most common type. The blades are arranged horizontally and can be adjusted by rotating an adjusting lever or by a motorised system. By adjusting the angle of the blades, the user has the flexibility to control the amount of incoming light and air to meet a variety of needs.

Horizontal blinds take up less space than other shading devices, making them suitable for narrow windows or interior partitions. Therefore, the space-saving feature makes it suitable for use in family homes, office buildings, schools and public buildings.

 

 

 

5. External Sunshade Louvers

External Sunshade Aluminium Louvers, usually installed on the facade of a building, are systems of fixed or self-adjusting aluminium alloy blades used to control direct sunlight and reduce the amount of heat entering the building.

Compared to other louvers, this type of aluminium louvers can reduce direct sunlight, lowering the energy consumption of indoor air conditioning and improving the energy efficiency of the building. Because of this advantage, exterior solar shading louvers can provide an effective shading solution for commercial buildings and residential building facades that require a high degree of shading.

 

 

 

 

The price of the aluminium louver

The price of aluminium louver is different. It depends on the dimension and the type. The price  varies from tens to hundreds of yuan per square meter. And the price relies on the number that you purchase. If the aluminium louver is high quality and owns unique deigned shapes, the price is often high. Since the different situation you use in, the residential area price is around 30-300 USD per square meter, and the price for public areas is around 40-400 USDper square meter.

 

Prices for various types of aluminium louver：

Type of Aluminium Louvers	Price Range (per square meter)	Description
Fixed Louvers	$20 – $40	Cost-effective, mainly used for ventilation and shading in industrial and warehouse settings.
Adjustable Louvers	$40 – $110	Includes manual or motorized adjustment, ideal for residential and commercial applications.
Vertical Louvers	$55 – $140	Typically used for large openings and floor-to-ceiling windows; suitable for upscale residential and office buildings.
Horizontal Louvers	$25 – $80	A classic design, widely used in homes and office windows; moderately priced.
External Sunshade Louvers	$80 – $200	Installed on building exteriors for sun control; often requires custom design and installation, leading to higher costs.
Decorative Louvers	$40 – $160	Focused on aesthetics and design; pricing varies based on specific design and material choices.

Factors Influencing Price

1. Material and Thickness: The quality and thickness of the aluminum alloy significantly affect the cost.
2. Surface Finish: Options like anodizing, powder coating, or special treatments add to durability and appearance, impacting the price.
3. Operation Mechanism: Manual options are cheaper, while motorized or smart control systems add to the expense.
4. Customization: Customized dimensions, colors, and designs can lead to higher prices.
5. Brand and Quality: Premium brands and higher-quality products typically come at a higher cost.

 

 

 

 

 

The specifications of the aluminium louver

 

There are four common size of aluminium louver with 10*50, 8*101, 13*104 and 13*125mm. Most of these louvers are double-layer hollow materials. It can effectively keep the temperature inside and reduce noise outside.

The procedure of installing is as following. Firstly ,you have to know the requirements. For outdoor installation of aluminum louvers, the width should not exceed 1.2m and the height should not exceed 1.6m.

Secondly, the installation of screws on the track must be cushioned with rubber pads, and anti rust glue must be applied to the screws and drilled holes. Before you finish the products, the anti-rust treatment must be carried out. In the tracking installation, pulleys, limit blocks, and fixed end blocks must be placed into the track. And also, you can not forget drill drainage holes. It should be counted in to the total windows.

 

Table of different types aluminium louver：

Type of Aluminium Louvers	Standard Sizes (Height x Width)	Typical Blade Width/Depth
Fixed Louvers	600 mm x 600 mm (24 in x 24 in) 1200 mm x 1200 mm (48 in x 48 in)	50 mm – 150 mm (2 in – 6 in)
Adjustable Louvers	600 mm x 1200 mm (24 in x 48 in) 1800 mm x 1800 mm (72 in x 72 in)	75 mm – 200 mm (3 in – 8 in)
Vertical Louvers	2000 mm x 3000 mm (80 in x 120 in) Custom sizes	75 mm – 150 mm (3 in – 6 in)
Horizontal Louvers	600 mm x 900 mm (24 in x 36 in) 1200 mm x 1800 mm (48 in x 72 in)	50 mm – 100 mm (2 in – 4 in)
External Sunshade Louvers	1200 mm x 2400 mm (48 in x 96 in) 1800 mm x 3600 mm (72 in x 144 in)	100 mm – 250 mm (4 in – 10 in)
Decorative Louvers	Custom sizes depending on design and projects	Varies based on project, typically 50 mm – 200 mm (2 in – 8 in)

 

 

 

 

 

 

The maintenance methods of aluminium louver

To keep the aluminium louver usage life, there are two methods to maintain it. One is clean the dust on the louver sheets regularly. The less dust, the longer usage life. The other is cleaning the sheets with water monthly. Please do not forget that you should dry it after watering. Fortunately, the aluminium is not so hard to clean. Thus, even you did not maintain it, it might not be dirty or broken easily.

 

 

 

Aluminium louver in Hugh Aluminium

There are many aluminium louver and shutters in Hugh Aluminum, and the aluminium louver is one of them. The aluminium louvers is Hugh Aluminium has high quality with guarantee. The brand is famous in the aluminium market. It has many aluminium product lines with different profiles. They support a lot of services, such as OEM and ODM. The after sale service is the high delighted point for customers. Also, for those younger customers who prefer unique styles, the customized service is fit for them. There are less manufacturers have the service, but Hugh Aluminium. Please contact us!

 

 

 

Q&A

 

1. Is the price of Hugh Aluminum’s louver high?

 

Normally the price of aluminium louver has a market price. It is the same in Hugh Aluminium. So you can get the right price for these products in Hugh Aluminium. However, for those special profiles, the price will be higher. Based on the size and dimension of the aluminium louver, the price will be a little bit different. The detailed price should be negotiated with the salesperson in Hugh Aluminium.

 

2. How about the quality of Hugh Aluminium products?

 

Hugh Aluminium is working with these standards for sure. They catch up the standards and excess the standards. You do not need to worry about the quality, because you pick up Hugh Aluminium. They have 14 years experience, and cooperate with a lot of famous brands. They have OEM and ODM service, and it does mean many big brands manufacturers trust them. If you are curious about the manufacturer, you can go to the local factory field to get understand it.