An alternative to wooden windows

Windows being essential and integral parts of homes and offices allow natural light and breeze and act as a barricade between outside noise and our homes.

So, is your window doing this all? Nowadays, unplasticised polyvinyl chloride (uPVC) technology in windows and doors has proven to provide you with all of this, that too at a very reasonable cost. uPVC is becoming popular among homeowners. The material has exceptional home insulation properties, but there are so many other benefits you stand to enjoy when you go for uPVC windows and doors. Let us look at some benefits of uPVC windows and doors:

Comfort providing

This is thanks to the draft proofing and insulating quality that you get from uPVC windows. They are able to maintain right temperatures throughout the seasons, thus offering you high levels of comfort in your home.

Fire safety enhancing

This is because the material is very difficult to ignite, especially when compared with wooden door frames. When you select the material for your doors and windows, be assured that the fire safety standards for your property are improved.

Reduced condensation

This is again thanks to the insulation properties of the frames. When the window panes are kept at warmer temperatures, water vapour is prevented from settling, and therefore, you do not even have to worry about dampness that can cause problems.

Energy efficient

uPVC doors and windows have superior insulation properties that make them suitable for your home even during cold seasons. They retain heat during winters and cool the air during summers. This will greatly save you energy costs you would have otherwise expended trying to
regulate the temperature.

Affordable

The material is inexpensive, especially when you compare it with others, such as wood aluminium frames. You will manage to lower your costs by a huge percentage when you select the uPVC windows and doors.

Noise pollution

uPVC offers excellent glazing for your windows, in that, you will be in a position to keep out all unwanted noises from outdoors. The frames definitely create a calmer enjoyable environment, especially if you live in an area that is populated and prone to all kinds of outdoor noises.

Durable

uPVC does not warp or rot and this means that it is a material that it lasts longer than wood, which is easily affected by the weather. uPVC frames offer a much
durable option and you will not have to worry about weather-related damages no matter where you live.

Low-maintenance

uPVC doors and windows have very little demands when it comes to maintenance mainly because they do not flake or rot. You will only need to do an occasional wipe to keep them looking good.

Aesthetically attractive

You will just love the appearance of your UPVC doors and windows. The material now comes in a wide array of finishes and colours, making it possible for you to find the perfect one to match your home.

Consider this

l The profile system you are buying should be from a reputed brand and the produce should meet the international standard in terms of formulation and dimensions.

l The manufacturer of the uPVC profile system should be able to provide certificates from reputed testing labs from India or reputed international labs, as the composition of the raw-material should be suitable to India tropical condition.

l Test certificates for uPVC profiles manufactured outside India are generally for the local weather condition, i.e. in the country where it is manufactured, since such quality test standard does not guarantee suitability of the product for Indian tropical condition.

l Ensure the steel re-enforcements are of right parameters. The thickness of the steel re-enforcement varies from 1 mm to 3.5 mm for varied applications.

l Ensure the hardwares are of good quality, as the performance of the window or door will fully depend on the quality of the hardwares.

l uPVC doors and windows are free of lead and other hazardous substances. An eco-friendly alternative for wooden windows and saves lot one’s pocket. Its high-quality surface-finish, soft-contoured profiles and a variety of styles is reaching out to every commercial and residential edifice.

l uPVC doors and windows are completely recyclable. Once discarded, the uPVC products can be reshaped into other useful products.

 
(The author is founder, Magic Window)