If you are considering new energy efficient windows for your home, you will want to choose ones manufactured from the best quality materials – it is estimated that 85 percent of windows manufactured today use uPVC due to the large range of benefits, including durability, efficient performance – all with little maintenance.
What is uPVC?
The abbreviation uPVC stands for poly vinyl chloride. This is a robust form of plastic which is commonly used in the manufacture of consumer goods and the U means un-plasticised, meaning that the plastic is not softened in the manufacturing process, ensuring that it maintains its strength.
Double glazed uPVC casement windows are a great way of improving the energy efficiency of a home, as it means no more draughts and cold, expensive winters. With ever increasing gas and electricity price hikes, this is becoming more and more important to every homeowner. Replacing windows means that heating bills are reduced as the heat is retained in the home, and noise is reduced, especially important if you live next to a railway line, airport or busy road.
Colour options
White is still the most common choice for uPVC windows, but different colours are becoming increasingly popular. Today, windows can be manufactured in a wide range of colours, including bright reds, subtle greys, and woodgrains, such as Rosewood and Irish Oak. uPVC casement windows are available in a huge range of styles, can be manufactured featuring sash horns to create the look of a traditional vertical sliding sash window, glazing bars for a Georgian appearance, or flush for sleek styling.
With a choice of styles, colours and glazing, you can be sure that you will be able to tailor your new windows to your property, whether it is a country cottage, Victorian terraced, new build, or contemporary apartment. All windows are manufactured to the highest quality standards, UKCA and PAS 24 accredited, A rated as standard and carry a 10-year manufacturer’s warranty.
How environmentally friendly are uPVC casement windows?
The Building Research Establishment (BRE) estimates that a uPVC window has a lifespan of approximately 35 years, and frames can be recycled without any deterioration, meaning your uPVC window has a service life of up to 350 years!
So, what are the top 10 benefits of uPVC casement windows?
- uPVC can be manufactured in a huge range of styles, colours, hardware, and glazing options
- Windows can be customised to suit any property
- They are sustainable and environmentally friendly
- Windows meet all the requirements for thermal efficiency
- They are cost competitive
- Require little maintenance, they don’t rust, rot, warp and don’t require sanding or painting
- Reduce heating bills and lower your carbon footprint
- Available with a choice of double or triple glazing
- Feature multipoint locking systems
- Maintains their shape during normal temperatures
Choose uPVC casement windows from Falcon Installations
New windows are an investment that could make a big difference to your home. They will add value, reduce your energy bills, improve your comfort, increase ventilation, and add more natural light. Talk to Falcon Installations about energy efficient uPVC casement windows today on 01656 646 047.
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