Guides
Four complete guides on the topics that really matter: materials, glazing, tax incentives, selection criteria. Plus technical insights on specific aspects.
The 4 complete guides
01 · Complete guide
Everything you need to know before buying PVC windows and doors: Salamander profiles, low-emissivity glass, anti-break-in hardware, UNI 11673 installation, real prices.
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02 · Complete guide
Thermal-break aluminium windows: how they work, which profiles to choose, finishes, real prices, and when to prefer them over PVC.
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03 · Complete guide
PVC, aluminium or wood? Double or triple glazing? Which certifications should you check? The complete guide to choosing windows without mistakes.
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04 · Complete guide
An overview of the main Italian tax deduction schemes applicable to window replacement in 2026. Where to find the official, up-to-date rates.
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Insights
02 Jul 2026
How to organise a PVC and aluminium window supply for an entire apartment block: resolutions, technical specifications, façade uniformity, tax incentives and why a direct manufacturer pays off.
12 Jun 2026
A practical guide for window and door fitters and contractors: what to check before committing to a window and door manufacturer. Systems, certifications, logistics, red flags.
11 Jun 2026
PVC, aluminium or insulated aluminium? A comparison of insulation, security, the shutter box, 2026 prices and which to choose for each situation.
11 Jun 2026
A technical guide to made-to-measure insect screens: roller, pleated, sliding, magnetic, anti-pollen. Mesh types, 2026 prices, real pros and cons for each type.
05 Jun 2026
Cost structure, brand control, confidentiality and a realistic worked example for retailers evaluating private label manufacturing on PVC windows.
03 Jun 2026
PVC or wood windows? A technical, balanced comparison: insulation, maintenance, durability, aesthetics, cost and when wood really is the right choice.
30 May 2026
Traditional sliding, lift-and-slide (HS), folding/bi-fold or PSK: a comparison of types, indicative maximum spans, air and water tightness, PVC or aluminium and indicative prices.
28 May 2026
The real costs of an in-house production line versus buying from an external manufacturer. Break-even, CE certification, contract manufacturing as a third way.
27 May 2026
Why it pays for a window fitter or reseller to adopt the Salamander profile system as their supply base: a coherent range, certification, spares, marginability.
23 May 2026
How much does a single PVC window cost: indicative 2026 ranges by size, 1 or 2 sashes, profile, double or triple glazing. What raises and lowers the unit price.
20 May 2026
The operational checklist for reading a windows and doors quote: profile, Uw, glazing, hardware, UNI 11673 installation, CE marking. How to compare 3 quotes on the same basis.
09 May 2026
How much it really costs to redo the windows and doors of a flat or a house. Realistic ranges for PVC and aluminium, concrete examples, the items that raise and lower the price.
07 May 2026
Motorising shutters and roller shutters: Somfy, Nice, Cherubini motors, control via app or KNX/Z-Wave home automation. Costs, integration, maintenance.
06 May 2026
Acoustic windows: what genuinely matters for noise insulation — laminated glass with PVB, asymmetry, Rw in dB and installation. An honest guide to choosing well.
05 May 2026
EN 1627: the standard governing burglary resistance for windows and doors. RC1-RC6 classes explained, how to choose by floor, realistic added cost.
03 May 2026
The UNI 11673:2017 standard on window and door installation: triple sealing, illbruck/Tescon tapes, insulated thresholds. How to recognise a job done properly.
01 May 2026
The thermal break in aluminium windows: what the polyamide strip is, how it reduces the thermal bridge, and real Uf values.
29 Apr 2026
How to manage a large window and door supply contract: phased delivery in batches, standardisation, variants, quality control and CE/DoP documentation.
25 Apr 2026
Correct PVC window maintenance: profile cleaning, hardware lubrication, gaskets, drainage. Annual calendar and what not to do.
22 Apr 2026
What it really takes to start a window and door retail business: suppliers, range, showroom, installation, quotes, stock, working capital. An honest guide to the mistakes to avoid.
20 Apr 2026
Uw and Ug thermal transmittance explained: what changes between double and triple glazing, limit values by Italian climate zone A/B/C/D/E/F.
15 Apr 2026
A technical comparison of the three Salamander PVC profiles: chambers, thicknesses, Uf values, application ranges and indicative prices.
11 Apr 2026
A checklist of the components that make a window genuinely secure: multi-point hardware, mushroom cams, anti-lift hinges, laminated glass. What to demand in your quote.
08 Apr 2026
Sell windows and doors under your own brand (private label) or resell under the manufacturer's brand? Pros, cons and practical implications for the B2B reseller.
04 Apr 2026
Motorised and electric insect screens: tubular motor, radio control, wind sensor, home automation integration, and indicative prices compared to manual versions.
01 Apr 2026
The window and door supply chain explained: manufacturer, wholesaler, intermediary and retailer. Who does what, where margin is created and where it's eroded, and how many steps there are.
28 Mar 2026
Large full-height panoramic sliding glazing: minimal frames, why aluminium is needed, glass weight, insulation, solar shading and indicative prices.
25 Mar 2026
The typical mistakes and red flags when choosing a window and door supplier, from someone who has lived through them: price, CE/DoP, lead times, spare parts, support.
21 Mar 2026
How to order custom-made windows and doors without mistakes: from first contact to the site survey, from product selection to order confirmation, through to lead times and delivery.
18 Mar 2026
How to negotiate terms and volume discounts with a window and door manufacturer: real leverage, tiers, what a manufacturer actually assesses, and why the lowest price doesn't win.
12 Mar 2026
PVC or aluminium? Technical and economic comparison: insulation, durability, design, price, maintenance. No magic promises.
07 Mar 2026
Which windows for a passive house, class A and nZEB: indicative target Uw values, 82+ mm profiles, triple glazing, warm-edge spacers, air tightness and Passivhaus certification.
04 Mar 2026
What delivery times for windows and doors actually depend on, how to plan orders so sites don't stall, and what to ask your supplier.
28 Feb 2026
A guide to security doors: EN 1627 burglary-resistance classes (RC2 RC3 RC4), what changes between classes, panels, cylinder, lock and indicative prices by finish.
25 Feb 2026
CE marking (EN 14351-1) and DoP (CPR 305/2011) for those reselling windows and doors under their own brand: who is the manufacturer, what to declare, which documents to keep.
21 Feb 2026
Louvred shutters, roller shutters or solid shutters? A comparison of shading, security, insulation, footprint, appearance and indicative cost to help you choose the right system.
18 Feb 2026
A practical B2B guide to the technical and commercial items of a window and door supply specification between retailer or contractor and manufacturer. What to demand in writing.
14 Feb 2026
Can you replace windows without structural building work? Replacement on the existing frame vs complete removal: pros, cons and what to check before deciding.
11 Feb 2026
Anodising versus powder coating compared: appearance, durability, salt exposure, dual-colour options and colour range, to help you choose the right finish for your windows.
07 Feb 2026
Wood-effect PVC windows: how the finishes are achieved, the most requested wood grains, bicolour options, and how they compare to real wood. The look of wood without the maintenance.
04 Feb 2026
Double or triple glazing: when triple glazing genuinely pays off and when it's money wasted. Climate zone, frame, weight, condensation and real payback.
28 Jan 2026
How to recognise a good PVC window profile regardless of brand: chambers, thickness, steel reinforcement, formulation, RAL certification. Checklist.
24 Jan 2026
The most common window dimensions in Italy for single- and double-sash windows and French doors: indicative standard sizes, how the opening is measured, and why made-to-measure is the norm.
21 Jan 2026
A guide to window and door prices per square metre: how the €/m² is calculated, indicative bands by type, and why small windows cost more per m².
17 Jan 2026
Why condensation forms on glass and mould around windows: the real causes, how to tell whether it's the window or the ventilation, and when replacement actually solves it.
14 Jan 2026
Indicative 2026 prices for a sliding door: by type (sliding, lift-and-slide HS, bi-fold), size, PVC or aluminium, double or triple glazing.
07 Jan 2026
Window glass explained: what low-emissivity (low-E) and solar control glass are, how to read Ug, g and LT, and how to choose the right glass for orientation and climate zone.