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Letter from the General Manager Thank you for the opportunity to show you how Duce Timber Windows and Doors can meet your joinery requirements and specifications. At Duce, we take great pleasure and pride in helping our clients bring their concepts and ideas to life and we look forward to assisting you with your project. Our vision at Duce has never wavered. We remain dedicated to producing the best timber windows and doors in the building industry and consequently the Duce reputation within the industry is second to none. In a world where mass production presents varying levels of quality the Duce product is custom made to your specification by skilled artisans to the highest standards. You can see and feel the quality of a wellmade piece of joinery immediately and this is something we have worked hard to develop over many years. At Duce we pride ourselves on our ability to create almost anything. Your products will be custom-made in Queensland by a fourth generation family business with family members working together and genuinely caring about clients. company continues to advance through innovation and exemplary design ensuring we set the benchmark in the window and door industry. Of course Duce Timber Windows and Doors would not be successful without the dedicated group of people within it. We have a wealth of experience on board with several Duce team members having been part of our team for ten, twenty and even forty years. It is these committed team members that will help you make important decisions for an aesthetically pleasing result. Duce is a member of the Australian Window Association (AWA) and as a condition of membership we abide by a code of ethics so you can be confident your products will be built to the Australian Standards and made to withstand Australian conditions. We also back our product with the Duce Seven-Year Guarantee so you know you can trust us to continue to support you with our after-sales service. At Duce Timber Windows and Doors, we are uniquely different. Contents 2 Our custom made service to you 3 The selection process 5 Australian made to Australian standards 6 Doors 15 Ventwood 16 Gates 17 Windows 18 Hardware, screens and shutters 18 Product care and maintenance 19 Image Gallery Duce Timber Windows and Doors evolved from humble Regards beginnings in 1934 when Andrew Duce began building from a small workshop in Bundamba. This same workshop remains part of our factory today and our Adam Duce General Manager Adam Duce General Manager Keith Duce Director 1 www.duce.com.au Custom made designs
The Duce Difference All our products are custom made and that means Choices. You can select which timber, which glass and which hardware and it doesn t matter what type of opening you have, how large or small. We have a wealth of experience and expertise and will support you throughout the entire selection process helping you find solutions. We are committed and dedicated to excellence and the results are simply stunning. Since 1934 four generations have shared a vision for producing high quality windows and doors. As a family business of over 75 years, we cater for many high value builds and renovations. We share your vision for unique, innovative, contemporary or traditional designs of the finest quality. Products are Australian made to Australian standards, built to last a lifetime and come with a 7-year warranty. We are committed and dedicated to excellence. Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Timber is a renewable resource and we only use timber that has been sourced from managed and sustainable forests. This ensures that the material for any timber product we make, is thoughtfully selected to protect the wellbeing and future of our natural environment. The manufacturing process for producing our timber windows and doors is gentle on the environment. It does not require the mining of our limited precious minerals or the huge energy that is needed, to produce some of the other man-made materials on the market today. 2
The Selection Process Select Door / Window Type Select Design Select Timber Select Hardware Select Glass Select Screens Select Finish When you select Duce Timber windows & Doors you can expect unsurpassed quality and value that others cannot emulate making Duce the first choice of leading architects, designers and builders in Queensland and New South Wales. Select Door Type When choosing a door, think about what is important to you and what you require. You may consider energy efficiency, sound reduction, ventilation, safety and security. Where will this door be located in your home? For example, you may want bi-folding doors ideal for the entertainment area, or would a sliding stacking door be a better solution to save space and cost? Or perhaps you want to go all French, with doors that swing open to your beautifully landscaped gardens? Select Window Type There are several styles of windows and the one that is most appropriate can depend on the factors most important to you. Consider the amount of space available for the window and it s location in the home. What is the wind classification of your home? - Ask your builder or council. What level of security do you require? All our windows are fitted with key fasteners as standard and we can screen any style of window or door. How do you want your window to operate manually sliding up or down or mechanically wind out? For example, louvre windows, or double hung windows may be ideal for your bathroom or kitchen, or you may choose bi-fold windows ideal for a kitchen servery, breakfast bar or entertainment area. Do you require maximum ventilation or do you want to open your windows during inclement weather without bringing it inside? You may be concerned about which window looks best on the outside when opened. Select Design You can choose from the most popular of our designs, or if you are feeling really inspired why not just design your own? There isn t anything that we can t do. Give us your idea in any form you like, and we will make it a reality. Select Timber Choose from five stock timbers: Surian Red Cedar, New Guinea Rosewood, Amoora, Kwila or Western Red Cedar. Or you can request timber types providing they are durable and available such as Australian timbers Spotted Gum & Jarrah and good wood sourced from an environmentally friendly and socially beneficial scheme such as Eco timber. Select Hardware All Duce products are fitted with high quality hardware. Ask our design consultants about the wide range of styles and options we have available. 3 www.duce.com.au Custom made designs
Select Glass Selecting the correct glass for your doors and windows is important. You can improve the thermal performance, comfort and the overall energy efficiency of your home whilst increasing its resale value. For most homes reducing heat gain is essential and you can achieve this without compromising daylight, comfort or energy efficiency by selecting the correct glass. Our consultants can help you to chose the best and most cost effective glass for your particular application or your energy certifier will nominate the performance requirement for the whole of house by specifying the SHGC (Solar Heat Gain Coefficient) and UV (U Value) to meet the relevant Australian council building requirement. Our products are glazed to comply with Australian Standard 1288/2006 as required by the BCA (Building Code of Australia). Different glasses offer a variety of benefits such as safety, reducing heat and or glare, blocking UV radiation, transmitting visible light, and there is even a self-cleaning glass available. Select Screens If you require screens, we aim to find solutions to screen every window and door. Ask about our range of systems and options to suit your needs. Select Finish To protect your investment, we offer the first coat of finish in the factory to avoid any potential markings during transit or construction. We use world famous brand Sikkens wood finish systems and Orica Intergrain range of paints. These systems include high performance alkyd resins combined with other chemicals to form a durable, continuous film with excellent adhesion. Talk to us about your particular needs and we will help you to make the best selection. 4
Australian Made, to Australian Standards The size, orientation, glazing treatment and internal coverings of your windows all have a significant impact on the energy efficiency and comfort of your home. For a typically insulated house, the windows provide the greatest opportunity for heat gain or loss. Choosing energy efficient windows is a simple way of improving the comfort of your home, while at the same time saving real money on your energy bill, reducing the green house gas emissions needed to provide that energy and improving the re-sale value of your home. Our windows and doors are all certified to the Australian Glazing Standard AS1288 for your safety. It is our policy to certify all windows and doors to suit water penetration resistance and structural requirement of Australian Standard AS2047. Products that have passed strict NATA testing requirements prove our high quality construction methods and weather sealing systems effectively exclude wind and rain. We also fit performance labels to your joinery to show that it has been designed to suit the conditions in your location. Our product is proudly supported by the Duce Timber Windows and Doors Seven-Year Guarantee to provide peace of mind for you, your architect and your builder. AUSTRALIAN MADE AND MANUFACTURED 5 www.duce.com.au Custom made designs
Doors Pivot Doors A lasting first impression Sliding Doors Space efficient alternative Pivot doors are fast becoming a popular modern alternative The sliding door is an excellent solution for many to the hinged door. Pivot bearings replace conventional applications. With our heavy duty track system, large hinges to open up new and exciting design possibilities. doors can be used so that uninterrupted views are a With self-closing and hold open functions these top quality feature even when the doors are closed and yet they pivots can handle the weight of an impressive over-sized glide open with surprising ease. Sliding doors are door with ease and safety. ideal for areas that have restricted space and as a Hinged Entry Doors Creating your statement The hinged entry door is a traditional choice that can be enhanced with the latest treatments and techniques in order to create designs that suit any building from the oldest heritage treasures, to the latest in ultra modern style. We have an extensive perfect alternative to a bi-fold, are also ideal for your entertainment area. The sliding door can take many forms from the most simple standard sliding door unit to a multi-stacking set that opens up an entire wall or corner and can even slide within a cavity to disappear altogether. Matching timber flyscreens are available as required. selection of design ideas or why not design your own? We can create any design. Folding Doors Endless views French Doors Elegance that transcends time The French door has been a part of Australia s history for more than 200 years. They are a traditional way to open up areas of your home and their beauty is undeniable. With an infinite range of design options available, these doors can be used to add elegance to any home. Folding doors have revolutionised the face of contemporary design by providing a new way that you, or your architect can link your living space seamlessly to your outdoor environment. Now walls have become optional and natural light and air can flow in as effortlessly as the clouds float across the sky. Our craftsmen build high quality folding doors to suit almost any aperture. This, together with hardware systems from Centor Architectural, can create the smoothest motion and fingertip operation that provide a formidable barrier when closed. 6
Door Designs Choose from our range of architecturally inspired door designs, or if you are dreaming of a particular door to suit your unique style and imagination, why not not create your own design. 65H 65HT 61VJH 7312L 66H 66DA 6DA 66MA 6MA 67MB 66MB 64DA 64V 64DB 65MC 65MA 67MA 63VJH 66MC* 68MC 7 www.duce.com.au Custom made designs
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Door Designs Choose from our range of architecturally inspired door designs, or if you are dreaming of a particular door to suit your unique style and imagination, why not not create your own design. P1 P2 P3 P4 P5L P7 P68MB P61VJH P63TB P64V P65MD P5 P68HV P34 P91 P64DC P65MB P7212L 9 www.duce.com.au Custom made designs
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Ventwood Ventwood panels by Duce Timber Windows & Doors are a unique design of modular or slatted timber which can enhance the style and appearance of any application. The Ventwood product has been in production for more than 60 years. Each panel is custom designed and manufactured on a per order basis and can be installed both as an internal or external architectural feature. Screening Panels Doors Gates Ceilings 15 www.duce.com.au Custom made designs
Gate Designs Custom designed timber gates add style and security to your home. Gate systems are strong, reliable and built to withstand the harsh Australian environment. VG1 VG2 VG3 Why not design your own? 16
Windows Bi-folding Windows Entertaining With Ease Awning Windows Enjoying the Peace & Quiet Perfect for a servery or bar area. Our bi-fold windows are at home in any window application where unobstructed views and unhindered breezes are important. The durability of Duce timbers are matched by the laboratory-proven staying power of Centor s state of the art hardware, flexible to a range of panel sizes and configurations. An optional integrated retractable flyscreen system makes large window openings a practical choice as well as an aesthetic one, while care has been taken to ensure that panel adjustment is possible from within the building. Awning windows are becoming the popular window of choice. They push out effortlessly from the bottom and when open, they give ventilation with a measure of rain protection. Awning windows are hinged along the top and open from the bottom and awning sashes give the best results in sound reduction. As with casement windows, awnings can be utilised in most positions, but may be unsuitable for decks or walkways due to their projecting nature. Fly screens can be fitted internally. Double Hung Windows Ideal for Walkways Sliding Windows A Classic Choice As with sliding doors these windows are an excellent space saver and perfect alternative to bi-fold windows. Easy to use and maintain, the sliding window is a classic design. Fly screens are available with fixed or sliding options. Double hung windows have a range of features. They are easy to open and close, smooth to operate and ensure maximum protection. Ask about our range of systems: spiral balance, jamb liner (tilted or weighted). The double hung window allows for easy cleaning. The two independently moving sashes bypass to permit cleaning from the inside. Casement Windows Catching the Softest Breeze Picture Windows Admiring the View A casement window offers ample ventilation regardless of wind direction. Windows can be opened to 105 degrees and the angle of the sashes can be adjusted to create a generous opening. Windows are hinged, opening out from the side opposite to the side that is hinged, catching even the softest summer breeze. The outer side of the windows can easily be cleaned from the inside. Colonial and Federation bars can be added if desired. Picture windows provide maximum light and can make rooms appear larger, and more spacious. The sleek design is aesthetically pleasing allowing for improved peripheral vision from inside to outside the window. Picture windows can be combined with any other window style to create truly unique combinations that can improve the entire aesthetic look and feel of your home. 17 www.duce.com.au Custom made designs
Bay Windows Creating More Space Louvre Windows Class of Their Own Bay windows create additional space and dimension to a room and Every room in the home needs a breath of fresh air and louvre can give your home a distinctive look. They are used to increase the windows are a great way to achieve this, when open to horizontal flow of natural light into a building as well as provide views of the the blades offer very little resistance to a cooling summer breeze. outside that would be unavailable with an ordinary window. With a choice of glass, timber and aluminium blades a louvre window is a versatile addition to the home, blades are also available in high performance glass which improves the energy rating of the louvre window, homes are cooler in summer and warmer in winter with the added advantage of saving energy costs. Curved & Arched Windows A Classic Touch Arched windows come in various forms and add a classic touch to any home especially above an entrance door. Arched windows can also be used to recreate an architectural period. Curved windows are an excellent architectural feature, a fine example of this are curved bi-folding doors which are used in many architect designed homes Traditional Styles Colonial & Federation If you want the colonial or federation look for your home we can supply windows & doors specially designed to suit your requirements. We are not limited in designs, and can match any existing style. adding a sleek contemporary look. Sashless Windows - Simple & Sleek Sashless windows are a popular choice with architects and interior designers. They consist of panes of glass, which overlap when opening or closing, to deliver the look of fixed glass with the practicality of a window that is easy to operate. Screens can be fitted externally. 18
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Hardware, Screens & Shutters Hardware is manufactured from high-grade stainless steel, solid brass, anodised aluminium and engineering grade plastics. All components such as roller locks, tracking systems, handles and levers we use are only from the highest quality brands. Just ask about our range of options that will complement your design and budget. All our windows and doors can be screened. We have some unique door screening systems to suit any design. Screening bi-fold doors and windows for large openings can be solved stylishly and unobtrusively by Centor s unique window screen system. The perfect complement to our bi-fold windows, the window screen is ready for action. With the windows closed, the window screen can be simply rolled back out of view. We recommend Verosol Shutters, which can be installed into all our products. Product Care & Maintenance Your timber windows and doors require Lubricate Moving Parts regular care and maintenance to ensure Such as rollers, locks, hinges with a silicone that they do last a lifetime. Under the based-spray. Duce Seven-Year Guarantee it is required that you maintain your windows Cleaning Your Glass and doors in the best possible way. Clean and inspect your windows at least A six-monthly check and thorough clean once every 6 months or more often if is recommended in clean air environments, desired. If your windows are subjected to and a three-monthly check and thorough spillage of cement, render or other waste, clean is recommended in coastal or you must wash them clean immediately or damp environments. Please refer to our PDS you may risk a permanent stain or damage for full care and maintenance information. to your window frames. Apply Extra Coats of Finish Avoid Harsh Utensils Following installation, you need to apply Do not use metal scrapers to remove extra coats of finish. This will offer longer paint etc from glass surfaces as many of time frames between touch-ups. Check the the new high performance glass options finish every six months and re-coat and have surfaces that are easily scratched or touch-up as necessary. damaged if not properly cared for. Vacuum Your Tracks Avoid High Pressure Cleaners We recommend all dirt, sand, dust and any Do not hose down your windows with a high other debris be removed as regularly as pressure cleaner, they are not designed for possible. Particularly for sliding windows this and water may leak inside, or worse and doors. This will protect your rollers and break the glass. limit potential functionality issues. Why not include this in your regular weekly clean? 20
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