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Material Comparison

Windows are made from variety of materials including Wood, Aluminum, Steel, Vinyl/UPVC and Fiber Glass-or from a combination of these materials. In general those that offer better weather protection cost more, but they pay off in low maintenance and energy saving.


Characteristics

Wood

Aluminium

Steel

u-PVC

Aesthetics

good

good

fair

Excellent

Durability

good

fair

poor

Excellent

Thermal Insulation

excellent

poor

poor

Excellent

Corrosion Resistant

good

fair

poor

Excellent

Cost

expensive

expensive

cheap

On par with wood & Aluminium

In the chart below, various types of materials used to produce windows are compared for energy loss

Vinyl is among the best materials in the world for providing thermal efficiency in your home.

 

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