Twin Cities Glass & Aluminium

11/09/2026

Did you know we can cut a round mirror for you? You can then frame it to suit your décor.

Learn more: https://www.twincities.com.au/mirrors.html

07/09/2026

Plantation shutters and North Queensland = the perfect match.

Learn more: https://www.twincities.com.au/plantation-shutters.html

02/09/2026

Sliding mirror doors on your wardrobe can dress up and entire room.

Learn more: https://www.twincities.com.au/wardrobes.html

31/08/2026

Glass splashbacks in the kitchen can be as functional as beautiful. This one in Kirwan shows off the view of the pool from the kitchen and dining area.

More inspiration: https://www.twincities.com.au/inspiration.html

25/08/2026

5 things worth checking before you buy security screens.

Security screens are one of those purchases most people only make once or twice in the life of a home, which means most people are working it out for the first time, often under a bit of time pressure. Here are five things worth understanding before you sign off on anything, so you know you're getting what you're actually paying for.

​1. ‘Security screen’ and ‘flyscreen’ aren't the same product.
This trips more people up than you'd expect. A standard flyscreen is designed to keep insects out - full stop. It's not built or tested to resist someone trying to force their way through it. A genuine security screen is a different product entirely, built to a mesh and frame specification that's designed to withstand deliberate force. Visually, at a glance, they can look fairly similar. The difference is in what's underneath; the mesh gauge, the frame construction, and how it's fixed to the doorway or window.

2. Ask about Australian Standard testing.
In Australia, security screens and doors can be tested against Australian Standards covering things like knife shear resistance, impact resistance, and pull/push force. Products like SecureView that meet these standards will typically have documentation to prove it. It's a completely reasonable question to ask any supplier "Has this been tested to Australian standards?” A good supplier will have a straightforward answer, not a vague one.

3. The frame matters as much as the mesh.
A lot of the conversation around security screens focuses on mesh type, and it's an important factor, but the frame and the fixing method matter just as much. A strong mesh in a poorly fitted or under-specified frame is only as secure as its weakest point. Ask what the frame is made from, how it's reinforced at the corners, and how it's actually fixed into your door or window opening.

4. Custom-made isn't just about looks.
Off-the-shelf screens can seem like the quicker, cheaper option, but older Queensland homes in particular often have door and window openings that aren't quite standard sizes; a few millimetres out here or there adds up. A screen that's custom-measured and made to fit properly will sit flush, operate smoothly, and won't have the small gaps that undermine the whole point of having a security screen in the first place.

5. Think about where the house actually is.
Location changes what's worth prioritising. Homes in the tropics and close to the coast deal with humidity and salt air that accelerates corrosion on some metal fittings faster than others. Homes further inland might weigh things like UV exposure or dust differently. There's no single ‘best’ screen for everyone; there's a best screen for your specific house, in your specific location.

The short version.
Before you commit, you want three things confirmed:
- It's genuinely a tested security product (not a flyscreen with a heavier-looking mesh)
- It's been custom-fitted to your openings
- It suits the conditions your home actually faces

​Get those three right, and everything else: mesh style, colour, finish, comes down to personal preference.

If you're partway through this process and want a second opinion on something you've been quoted, we're always happy to have that conversation.

29/07/2026

Every renovation starts with the same basic question: what do we actually want this space to do for us?

More often than not, the answer up here involves opening things up: more light, more airflow, a proper connection between inside and out. The good news is that SecureView, paired with the right combination of doors, windows, and enclosures, gives you a lot more room to play with than most people realise.

Every renovation starts with the same basic question: what do we actually want this space to do for us? More often than not, the answer up here involves opening things up: more light, more airflow, a proper connection between inside and out. The good news

10/07/2026

Security with style.

There's a reason so many homes across Townsville and the surrounding region are moving away from traditional diamond grill and toward SecureView stainless steel mesh, and it's not just about keeping people out. It's about not having to trade security for the things that make living up here worth it: the light, the breeze, the view, the indoor-outdoor flow that's basically non-negotiable in a North Queensland home.

Here's what actually sets SecureView apart, and why it's worth a look:

You get the view back!

This is usually the first thing people notice. SecureView's woven mesh is fine enough that from a normal viewing distance, it practically disappears. No crosshatch pattern chopping up your outlook, no sense of looking at the world through a cage. If you've got a patio that catches the afternoon breeze, a kitchen window that looks out over the garden, or a view worth having a coffee in front of, SecureView lets you keep it. Security stops being something you notice every time you look outside.

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There's a reason so many homes across Townsville and the surrounding region are moving away from traditional diamond grill and toward SecureView stainless steel mesh, and it's not just about keeping people out. It's about not having to trade security for

10/07/2026

If you've started looking into security screens, you've probably noticed there isn't just one type. Wander through the options and you'll come across diamond grill, stainless steel mesh, and perforated aluminium, and it's not always obvious what actually separates them, or why one might suit your home better than another.

Here's a plain-English rundown, so you can walk into that conversation already knowing what questions to ask.

Diamond Grill: the traditional option.

Diamond grill is the security screen most of us grew up with; the crosshatch pattern you'll still see on plenty of homes across Townsville and the surrounding districts. It's a solid, proven option and remains a popular choice, particularly where budget is the main driver or where it's replacing like-for-like on an older home.

The trade-off is visibility. The grill pattern is more visually dense than newer mesh options, so it can slightly obstruct the view out (and in) compared to finer mesh products.

Read more: https://www.twincities.com.au/news/diamond-grill-stainless-mesh-or-perforated-aluminium

18/06/2026

Upgrade your security in style with SecureView doors. Made with 316 marine grade stainless steel mesh for maximum protection and a great looking finish. Call today for your free measure and quote!

15/06/2026

Check out the transformation of this patio enclosure! Every one of our products is made to measure and fully customised to suit your space. Contact us today to arrange your free measure and quote.