Luxsol launches Nexus50 hybrid shutter

“One of the biggest challenges with shutters is when windows are left open and moisture enters, soaking the shutter material and compromising the substrate and therefore the paint adherence to the base material,” said Cassie Yang from Luxsol. 

“This can lead to paint cracking and material failure. It can also happen with windows where condensation runs down the glass inside, pools on the sill and gets drawn up into porous materials.”

Yang says that as a result, most opt for a full synthetic material in this situation. 

“There is another great value option. One that provides lighter weight shutters than PVC, more cost effective than cedar and provides better insulation than PVC and aluminium.” 

“Nexus50 is Luxsol’s solution where a wider panel is required and where you have a problem window, e.g. you know a window will be left open and there is likelihood of moisture getting in or there is a condensation problem. Materials that are moisture inappropriate are best avoided in these situations.”

Yang says Nexus50 has the benefit of reducing the weight of the product and minimising the risk of moisture ingress, with the use of their Poly100 synthetic material framing.

“Many PVC products are over specified to try and replace timber due to its lower price point. This compromises the performance of the shutter due to the weight of PVC with panels dropping when opened.”

Nexus50 uses Paulownia timber for the louvres, which is a lightweight hardwood timber with a very high strength to weight ratio. Paulownia is an exceptionally stable material with the timber being water-resistant (not water proof). The timber has light grain characteristics and withstands warping.

“Nexus50 is a great alternative to PVC and better value for money that timber. You get the best of all worlds, moisture resistance, less weight than PVC and better value for money than timber.”

“Now retailers have a great option with Nexus50 that allows them to differentiate themselves from their competitors. Importantly there is a story to tell about the benefit of including timber in the shutter solution they are providing, with waterproof framing.”

Yang added that for peace of mind and for the customer’s benefit Poly100 has been REACH tested and is shown to meet and exceed Australian standards for VOC emissions.

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