Recycled Aluminium Windows in Alicante

If you're thinking about replacing windows in Alicante, you'll be interested in what's happening: more and more fabricators are working with profiles of recycled aluminum. It's not a fad: it's the same aluminum, it's just re-entering the loop, with the advantage that on the coast it withstands salt spray and radiation just the same. The key, as always, is the thermal break and good glazing. Let me tell you a real case: an apartment in Playa de San Juan with old sliders that “danced” with the Levante wind; we switched to casement windows with a thermal break and profiles with high recycled content, and the living room stopped being an oven in August without having to lower the blinds. In addition, recycled aluminum offers the same strength as new aluminum, so you won't be sacrificing rigidity or service life. If you live in Cabo de las Huertas or Santa Pola, ask for marine-grade paint or suitable anodizing and a freshwater rinse after storms: the material can take it, and maintenance is minimal. The best part? You can also recycle the windows you remove; whether they end up in a landfill depends on whom you hire.

Benefits you notice from day one: less heat coming in and less noise from motorbikes, terraces, and construction. In a third-floor apartment in Benalúa, we replaced 30 community window units with recycled profiles with thermal break (RPT) and low-e 4/16/4 glazing: winter condensation on the frames disappeared, and the summer A/C bill went down because the home no longer 'sweats'. In Elche, in a south-facing penthouse, the difference was being able to sleep without a fan in July. Maintenance: wipe with water and neutral soap and, if you’re right by the sea, rinse after storms; the seals and stainless hardware will thank you. And in terms of impact, here’s a key fact: recycling aluminum uses up to 95% less energy than producing it from ore. This isn’t hype: that’s why there’s real demand and supply lead times have stabilized. Remember these three concepts: airtightness (it should close properly), proper glazing (it’s not all about the frame), and installation (without correct sealing, you lose what you’ve gained).

Want to get on board without the hassle? When you request quotes in Alicante, ask: 1) what percentage of recycled content the profile contains (and whether it’s post-consumer or only industrial), 2) whether the system has a thermal break and air/water tightness classes, and 3) which low-emissivity glass and solar control they recommend based on your orientation. Ask them to take away your old windows for recycling and to detail the installation: with or without a subframe, perimeter sealing, and finishing trims. In apartments near the sea, have them install stainless steel screws and drainage caps. Ask about realistic timelines and about grants: they often open renovation grant calls in the Valencian Community that cover part of the cost of replacing windows (check with your City Hall or your technician). If they offer you a “bargain,” be wary: it’s better to compare two or three fabricators that install what they claim, with CE marking and an air permeability test of at least Class 3–4. In the end, this is about comfort and common sense: less noise, less heat, and a material you can recycle again when the time comes.