Mythbusting uPVC Windows
Posted on 16th August 2024 at 16:32
There is a lot written about uPVC windows. They are popular for their energy efficiency, their durability, and their low maintenance. But with any good product, there is also a lot of myths and urban legends about them. Don’t worry, Alternative Roof Solutions are here to put them all straight.
Myth 1: uPVC Windows are not Secure
Security, obviously, is a top concern for everyone. They don’t want to replace their windows just to make it easy for the local burglary committee to target their homes. So, when people start talking about the uPVC Windows as though they are easy to break into, then of course it would be off-putting.
The truth is: High-quality uPVC incorporate high quality security features such as multi-point locking systems and reinforced frames. The truth is, you are no more vulnerable with uPVC windows than you are without them.
Myth 2: uPVC Windows are ugly
If you want to increase the value of your property, it is important that your house looks good inside and out. You don’t want to be the eyesore of Northampton just because you decided to go for energy efficient windows.
The truth is: This opinion is outdated. Perhaps it was true when they were first conceived. But like any product, their design has been honed and refined. uPVC windows now come in all sorts of styles, finishes, and colours to complete your homes aesthetic.
Myth 3: uPVC is less durable than wood or aluminium
It’s not just the local troupe of burglars that you want your windows to protect against. Mother Nature and Father Time have their own effects on durability. You don’t want to find that Winter has come to defeat your windows, so this myth can be quite a compelling reason for people to decide against uPVC windows.
The truth is: This is nonsense. uPVC windows are specifically engineered to withstand the common weaponry of the elements. They withstand warping, rotting, fading, and harsh weather condition and are a durable and reliable solution for your home.
Myth 4: uPVC isn’t really all that energy efficient
In some ways, it’s almost like traditional materials have hired their own rumour mill to say things just to disparage uPVC. One of the main reasons to consider uPVC as a solution is their energy efficiency, yet still there are rumours that they are not all they are cracked up to be.
The truth is: Don’t listen to them. uPVC is highly recyclable, energy-efficient, and they contribute to reduced carbon emissions by improving insulation. This means you are using your heating and air conditioning units a lot less than you were before.
Tell your tales to someone else
The good news is that uPVC is an outstanding low-maintenance material that will save you money and energy. The rumours encircling these products are often unfounded and usually spread by people who have heard someone who knows someone who has an uncle who caught a cold whilst standing next to a uPVC window once. That’s how all good myths and legends start.
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