Asia-Pacific · Holding Company
Ventora Group
🇦🇺 Australia · Last reviewed by Justin Orloff
Quick Facts
founded
Formerly JELD-WEN Australasia, rebranded as Ventora
hq
Australia
primaryMaterials
Aluminium, uPVC, timber, and composite profiles across brands
glazingPartner
In-house glazing across manufacturing sites
marketTier
Market Leader - Australian residential
Brand at a Glance
- Country: Australia
- Former name: JELD-WEN Australasia
- Brands: Stegbar, Corinthian, Trend, Breezway, Aneeta, Regency, A&L Windows
- Sites: 41 nationally
- Employees: 5,000+
- Markets: Residential and light commercial across Australia and New Zealand
Product Range
- Stegbar
- Trend Windows
- Breezway
- Aneeta
- Corinthian
- A&L Windows
Why This System
Ventora's scale means consistent product availability and established installation networks - when you see a Ventora brand on a window, replacement parts and service are more accessible than with smaller manufacturers. The group spans a wider material range than most competitors - from standard aluminium to frameless glass systems (Aneeta) and louvre blades (Breezway). Each product type has distinct cleaning requirements. Ventora brands are found across the full price spectrum from builder-grade to premium residential. Cleaning approach varies by finish quality - always identify the specific brand and finish before proceeding.
Step 1 of 2: Manufacturer Recommendations
Official Care Guidance
Source: ORLOFFS PROFESSIONAL GUIDANCE - SEE INDIVIDUAL BRAND GUIDES FOR PRODUCT-SPECIFIC PROTOCOLS
General Ventora Aluminium Windows
- Pre-rinse with clean water before applying cleaning solution - coastal salt and Australian dust must be flushed first.
- Use pH-neutral cleaning solution on all Ventora aluminium frames. Avoid alkaline or acid-based cleaners near aluminium.
- Inspect glazing seals annually in spring - Australian UV degrades silicone glazing compounds faster than European norms.
- Clear weep holes and track channels at every service visit.
Step 2 of 2: The Orloffs Protocol
The Orloffs Protocol
This is how I clean Ventora Group windows. The tools and technique below come from 25 years of daily professional work on the glass. Every step has been tested on real installations and adapted specifically for Ventora Group systems.
Pro Tools
My daily tool list. This is what I carry to every job.
Follow these steps in order. Each one builds on the last. This is the same sequence I use on every Ventora Group installation.
- 1
Brand identification
Check the window frame for a brand stamp. The cleaning protocol depends on whether you are working on Stegbar, Trend, Breezway, Aneeta, or Corinthian products.
- 2
Standard aluminium protocol
Pre-rinse, clean glass with pH-neutral solution, squeegee top to bottom, wipe frames, clear tracks and weep holes.
Pro Tips
- When quoting a property with Ventora windows, identify which brands are present - mixing Breezway louvres into a standard window quote without accounting for the blade-by-blade cleaning time will cost you money
What NOT To Do
- Do not apply a single cleaning protocol to all Ventora brands - Breezway louvres and Aneeta sashless windows require entirely different approaches
- Do not use abrasive pads on any Ventora powder-coated aluminium
- Do not skip pre-rinsing on coastal properties - salt scrubbing damages both glass and aluminium frames
Bundle Kits and Tool Recommendations
Bundle Kit
Tool Recommendations
See individual brand guides for product-specific tool recommendations
View on Amazon [coming soon]pH-neutral glass and frame cleaning concentrate - safe across all Ventora aluminium products
View on Amazon [coming soon]Microfibre cloths - frame wipe-down
View on Amazon [coming soon]Cleaning Frequency
Standard residential: Every 8 to 12 weeks (Varies by climate zone and coastal proximity). Coastal properties: Every 4 to 6 weeks (Salt air demands more frequent service)
Frequently Asked Questions
Field Notes
“Ventora's brand portfolio means you will encounter their products on almost every residential street in Australian cities. Building familiarity with Stegbar, Trend, and Breezway products pays dividends in efficiency across the working week. See individual brand guides: Stegbar, Trend Windows, Breezway, Aneeta, and Corinthian Doors.”
Justin Orloff
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