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BRANZ appraised
Due to differing weather conditions, performance standards, style options and building structures, European PVC-U window systems may not work in New Zealand.
Durability - New Zealand has high UV light compared with most places in Europe. Low UV stable PVC-U profiles may discolor and become brittle in several years' time.
Performance - While New Zealand window performance standards are comparable ...
Successful history
Homerit was founded in 2004. Through continued research, testing and investment in new dies, machinery, tooling and production management, Homerit has solidified its position as a leading PVC-U windows and doors manufacturer in New Zealand.
Dec 2024: Homerit BRANZ appraisal has been amended to add a dark grey colour option for the joinery profiles and to add a recessed installation option.
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Glass options
Standard Homerit PVC-U windows and doors are double glazed.
Thickness of glass unit:
Casement windows and doors: 4mm to 29mm
Standard sliding windows: 4mm to 20mm
Large frame sliding windows: 4mm to 24mm
Standard sliding doors and stack doors: 4mm to 24mm
Heavy duty sliding doors: 4mm to 29mm
Safety glass:
NZS4223 is the glass safety standard in New Zealand. Safety glass is toughened or laminated ...
Introduction
Homerit Premium Series PVC-U windows and doors are BRANZ appraised and use VEKA profiles.
Design options:
With a wide profile range Homerit PVC-U windows and doors provide design options. Different types of windows and doors can be coupled together by coupling profiles. For drawings of design options click Popular design options .
Color selections:
Standard PVC-U profile color is white (RAL9016) as in the following photo.
Premium Series ...
Maintenance guide
Impurities, which occur during window manufacturing, for example, grease off the fittings or manufacturing marks (ballpoint pen, pencil), may be removed with non-abrasive household solutions such as “JIF”.
Avoid the use of felt tip pens. These leave obstinate marks which are very difficult to remove.
Static electricity developed during polishing and buffing is best removed with soapy water. The residual film of ...
SLIDING AND STACK DOOR
ADDING LIGHT TO A ROOM
Sliding and stack doors are an ideal solution for adding light to a room. They are also a great choice for access to deck and patio areas. Sliding doors come in two or four panel configurations and open up to half their frame width.. Stack doors come in three or six panel configurations and open up to ...
TILT AND SLIDING DOOR
ACCESS INTO THE OPEN AIR
Homerit tilt and sliding doors have double weather seals which are excellent for weather protection and draft-proofing. The multi-point locking system – with about ten locking points around each door sash – makes the doors very secure.
These high-performance patio doors provide ventilation in the tilt position.The doors are held in place by stay arms and will ...
FRENCH AND HINGED DOOR
OPEN INWARDS OR OUTWARDS
French doors and hinged doors can open inwards or outwards.
If the door flanges are outside of cladding such as weatherboards outward opening French doors and hinged doors can open a full 180 degrees, allowing for easy indoor and outdoor flow.
French doors and hinged doors can not open 180 degrees on a brick veneer or concrete block house.
PVC-U ...
SLIDING AND STACK WINDOW
PUT THE OUTDOORS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Sliding and stack windows are designed to put the outdoors at your fingertips. They are ideal for restricted spaces, above kitchen benches for example.
Standard sliding windows have 2 tracks. You can have 2, 3 or 4 panels. Clear opening space is about half the width of the whole window.
Both sliding and stack windows have normal ...
TILT AND TURN WINDOW
MULTI-POINT LOCKING MECHANISM
Tilt and turn windows combine functionality with security. The multi-point locking mechanism allows all functions to be performed one-handed.
Tilt inwards on top for optimal, draft-free ventilation. This opening position is still secured against intruders. You can leave the windows tilted even in the rain. The outside air is channeled through the sides of the windows, while hotter air escapes ...