The main lure of uPVC doors and windows is their impressive durability; they’re built to resist heavy, frequent usage over time and provide optimal security for your property. Additionally, they make a good first impression of your property because of their high quality, attractive features and sleek aesthetics. Here at CME Finishes, we believe in informing out current and potential customers, and thus wanted explore 7 great benefits of uPVC apertures for your home or commercial premises.
1. Safety and Security
uPVC front doors are very difficult to break, which means your property will be better protected from criminals. The Polyvinyl Chloride of uPVC doors doesn’t deteriorate over time and is impervious to rotting and rusting, which can be an issue with other types of materials.
Apart from being a relatively inexpensive material, uPVC is also much more resistant to fires, which makes it a safer option whether for households or workplaces. The most secure, best-performing uPVC doors also feature thick reinforced uPVC panels for extra peace of mind.
2. Enjoy a wide range of Designs
Another main benefit of uPVC front doors is that you can customize them to your individual tastes and preferences. uPVC doors can be adapted to wide variety of surroundings.
The expert design and clean aesthetics of uPVC doors also makes them an attractive choice for homeowners looking to raise the value of their property, since many potential buyers have a particular preference for uPVC doors, compared to other types of doors. After all, they’re comparatively maintenance-free and remain sturdy and resilient for a much long period of time, which makes them more economical.
3. Keep Noise Pollution out and enjoy better Insulation
uPVC doors and windows are predominantly effective at insulating interiors from noise, which makes them a suitable choice for homeowners living close to busy roads, schools or nightlife venues. This is because they are designed to have an airtight seal between window and frame, which helps to drastically reduce the level of noise that filters into your home.
Professionally fitted uPVC apertures also limit heat loss from your home, which ensures that your rooms remain warmer during the winter months. They don’t transmit draughts during cold weather and are resistant to dampness and the subsequent formation of mould. Moreover, by decreasing the amount of water vapour in your door frames, you can also significantly reduce the level of condensation in your home, which is seminal for individuals with specific allergies or medical conditions.
4. Benefit from Energy Efficiency
There is a particularly high energy saving potential when using uPVC window frames. The frame of an aperture plays a significant role in promoting energy and cost-efficient thermal insulation. Window profiles made of PVC score top marks when compared with aluminium or wooden windows. They have better insulation values and are able to reduce energy and heating costs, moreover, if you happen to be a first-time buyer, and opt for such apertures, you’ll even be eligible for a government grant.
5. uPVC Windows are easy to Care for
High quality PVC windows are extremely easy to care for, requiring minimal maintenance. To clean the window frames all you need is dishwashing liquid due to the easy-care properties of the smooth profile surfaces. It is really as simple as that!
6. Remarkable Durability
uPVC doors and windows have a particularly long service life. High quality windows stand out with their distortion resistance and high level of functionality for numerous years. Based on their long service life of at least 50 years, they are an excellent investment, also with regard to maintaining a property’s value.
7. uPVC Windows boast an excellent Eco Balance
uPVC windows are 100 % recyclable and therefore resource-saving. 40 % of all gas and oil reserves in the world are used for heating and for supplying energy to buildings, whereas a mere 4% go into the production of plastics of which just 1 % are used for uPVC. Apart from being recyclable, the strength and low levels of pollution during the production of uPVC profiles help yield an excellent eco-balance and contribute towards protection of the environment. PVC apertures last much longer than other materials and consume substantially less energy during the manufacturing process.
If you’re interested in finding out more about our uPVC apertures range, call us to schedule an appointment, or simply come visit us at our showroom so we can discuss more benefits.