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Jan 18, 2026 56 min

What's wrong with Australian windows?

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“We’re dumping energy to maintain comfort.” That’s how Andre Griffs from BINQ sums up what’s happening in far too many Australian homes. We crank the heater, blast the air con, and wonder why the house still feels off. Often, the culprit is simple. The windows are not performing. We sat down with Andre to unpack what’s going wrong with Australian windows, why it matters more than most people realise, and what BINQ is doing differently to lift the standard. Windows aren’t a finishing touch. They’re a performance decision. And if Australia wants healthier, more comfortable, more energy-efficient homes, we can’t keep treating windows like a commodity. Conversations like this, with people like Andre pushing the industry forward, are how standards lift. If you’re building or renovating and you’ve never thought deeply about your windows, we hope this episode helps you to think differently and do more research in the future. 👇 CHAPTER MARKERS 👇 00:00 Introduction 01:06 Sponsorship Shoutout 01:33 Guest Introduction: Andre's Story 02:37 Andre's Early Career and Education 09:55 The Birth of BINQ Windows 14:32 Challenges and Innovations in the Window Industry 28:07 The Cost of Thermal Bridge-Free Design 29:28 UPVC vs. Aluminum: Sustainability and Performance 30:19 Recycling and Environmental Impact of PVC 32:23 Challenges and Benefits of High-Performance Windows 37:44 Key Factors in Choosing Windows 44:27 Market Trends and Innovations in Windows 50:32 The Importance of Trades and Apprenticeships LINKS: Website: https://www.binq.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/binq_windows/ Connect with us on Instagram: @themindfulbuilderpod Connect with Hamish: Instagram: @sanctumhomes Website: www.yoursanctum.com.au/ Connect with Matt: Instagram: @carlandconstructions Website: www.carlandconstructions.com/

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