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Every house owners are in a dilemma when it comes to choosing among wooden, aluminum or plastic windows. But can selecting a single type, fulfill the purposes of all kinds? Yes, it can.  Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride or UPVC is the answer.

This is the most popular type and is mostly used by every house owners. It can be utilized for both official and domestic purposes because of its benefits.

What are the advantages of Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride or UPVC windows?

• Wooden or aluminium windows require paint coats to protect it from atmospheric changes. But UPVC windows do not require paintings or sealing. Hence it requires low maintenance.

• The materials in UPVC windows are durable and reliable in harsh sunlight. They do not fade or turn brittle. Hence they can be used during monsoons, winters, and summers.

• The windows do not rot or get corroded in hard water. So, unlike wooden windows, they are rotten proof.

• UPVC windows act as a non-conducting material for windows. Metal windows do not provide better insulation. But the combination of UPVC window frames with double glazing can provide efficient heat insulation for the house.

• These windows can be opened, tilted or turned. So, during summer they act as cross ventilation for the rooms.

• UPVC windows also prohibit the entrance of noise. It cuts down the noise by seventy percent. 

• These are recommended for coastal regions or arid regions as the salty air or moisture does not erode the window pane.

• Nowadays UPVC windows are available with many locking systems. Hence a double glazed UPVC window can provide high security.

• They are fire proof.

• UPVC windows are cheaper compared to wooden or metal windows.

• Easy to clean.

• They are recyclable.

Disadvantages of UPVC windows:

• The light structure of the windows may sometimes tend to sag. They sometimes fail to provide the sturdiness like metal windows. They may not be strong.

• Lack of customization options. They are available in wide range of colours and designs, but the owners can customize wooden windows and metal windows. But in the case of UPVC windows, they have to be chosen from the available stocks.

• Wooden windows provide an elegant look while UPVC windows are undoubtedly long lasting but fail to maintain the royal look for long.

• Incompatible with elegant choices and furnishing.

Despite these cons, UPVC windows are widely used, and even they are replacing wooden or aluminium doors.