Aluminium windows and doors are specified on virtually every UAE building — from budget apartments in Sharjah to luxury villas in Palm Jumeirah. Getting the glass area and frame quantity right before ordering from your fabricator is essential for accurate budgeting and lead time planning.
Our Aluminium Window and Door Calculator gives you instant glass area totals, approximate frame lengths, estimated costs, and sealant quantities for any combination of windows and doors.
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the number of windows and select the standard window size
- Enter the number of doors and select door size
- Click Calculate for total glass area, total frame length, approximate supply cost, and sealant cartridges needed
🇦🇪 UAE Tip: Minimum double glazing (6mm glass + 12mm air gap + 6mm glass) is strongly recommended for UAE buildings for energy efficiency. Low-E glass coating can reduce solar heat gain by 40 to 60 percent, significantly reducing air conditioning load and energy bills. Use thermal break aluminium frames in UAE climate.
The Formula Explained
Glass Area = (Number of Windows x Window Width x Window Height) + (Number of Doors x Door Width x Door Height). Frame Length = 2 x (Width + Height) per opening. Cost Estimate = Total Glass Area x Rate per m2.
Frequently Asked Questions
What window specification for UAE buildings?
Minimum 6mm+12mm+6mm double glazing with low-E coating. Aluminium frame with thermal break. PVDF powder coated finish for UAE exterior durability. Get quotes from multiple fabricators in Al Quoz and Sharjah.
How long does aluminium fabrication take in UAE?
Standard residential windows: 2 to 3 weeks from order to delivery. Large commercial projects with custom specifications: 4 to 8 weeks. Plan your programme accordingly.
What does aluminium glazing cost in UAE?
Basic single-glazed aluminium: AED 200 to 300 per m2 supply only. Double-glazed with thermal break: AED 450 to 700 per m2 supply only. Add AED 50 to 100 per m2 for installation.
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