In Malaysia, more and more homeowners are living in apartments. Unlike row houses and detached houses, apartments often face more restrictions when replacing or upgrading doors and windows. If you are not familiar with these regulations, you may be required to rework by the management, and in severe cases, it may affect safety and user experience.
1、 Why are there more restrictions on replacing doors and windows in apartments?
Most Malaysian apartments require:
Uniform appearance
Does not affect the building structure
Comply with management regulations
Therefore, it is not possible to replace any door or window.
2、 Which door and window positions are most commonly allowed to be replaced?
The ones that are usually easier to approve include:
Indoor partition door
Balcony sliding door (without changing appearance)
Window glass upgrade (frame unchanged)
Any replacement involving the exterior facade must be confirmed in advance.
3、 Practical suggestions for selecting apartment doors and windows
Features of doors and windows suitable for apartments:
The window frame is light but structurally stable
Smooth push-pull system
Good sound insulation and thermal insulation performance
In high-level environments, user experience is particularly important.
4、 Safety considerations for high-rise apartments
High rise apartments need to pay more attention to:
Fall prevention design
Stable hardware
Safe opening angle
Especially for families with children.
5、 Sound insulation issues are more pronounced in apartments
Urban apartments often face:
Traffic noise
Adjacent construction
Noise in public areas
Upgrading the sealing and glass configuration is the most direct way to improve.
6、 How to avoid being rejected by management?
Suggestion:
Submit door and window plan before construction
Choose a local door and window vendor with experience in apartments
Comply with construction time and regulations
This can avoid unnecessary trouble.
