11 April 2022

The very first decision we face when buying windows is the type of window joinery, i.e. the material of which windows will be made. It is a crucial decision, so no one wants to make it hastily. PVC or Aluminium, which solution is better? How to choose a material so that the windows can serve both aesthetic and functional purposes? Is there a perfect solution?

Plastic windows

Plastic windows provide a solution that has been continuously enjoying great popularity among customers. Their success is, of course, a derivative of many advantages that characterize this type of window joinery. They attract customers with availability, functionality and affordable prices. PVC windows are definitely cheaper than aluminium windows. At the same time, they offer high resistance to moisture and weather conditions.

PVC joinery is an energy-saving solution. Application of carefully selected glazing units and multi-chamber profiles allows to obtain high thermal insulation parameters. Through proper installation, we can significantly reduce heat losses and, consequently, lower bills for heating.

PVC windows are also easy to care for; application of delicate agents and a soft cloth is sufficient.

You can choose from a wide range of colours, which gives almost unlimited arrangement possibilities and allows you to easily adjust the shade of woodwork to your own needs.

A summary of the most important advantages of plastic windows:

  • most affordable prices
  • good strength and functionality
  • high resistance to weathering
  • simplicity of maintenance
  • wide range of solutions
  • wide range of colours

Aluminium windows

Aluminium windows look great in modern buildings. They make a perfect alternative for persons who care about large glazing and comfort of use. Aluminium is very durable and weather-resistant, yet lightweight. Aluminium windows ordered to size can be individually adjusted to the nature of a building. Very often in case of aluminium windows, profiles can be bent as it allows to make window structures in different shapes.

Dimensions of aluminium windows can be larger than those made of plastic, as durable aluminium is able to carry heavy loads with no damage to the frame.

Aluminium windows are also much lighter than plastic ones, so in case of large glazing they provide better functionality - they can be opened and moved more easily.

You may find that aluminium windows do not have as good thermal insulation as PVC windows, but nowadays they are made of high-quality insulation materials, so they can be comparable to plastic joinery.
Important advantages of aluminium joinery include also resistance to weather conditions: wind, rain and snowfall, humidity or UV rays.

A summary of the most important advantages of aluminium windows:

  • high durability and strength
  • resistance to weathering
  • susceptibility (possibility of obtaining different shapes)
  • efficient look
  • lightweight construction
  • wide range of colours

Which solution should be chosen?

When making final selection, you should focus on preferences and requirements. If you want to have a solid satisfying solution, but not unnecessarily too expensive, PVC windows will be a better choice.
However, when you dream of large and non-standard glazing and the budget does not play the "leading role" it is worth buying aluminium windows.

Customers also decide on a mix of both solutions. For smaller windows, they prefer PVC joinery and in case of large terrace doors, they opt for aluminium joinery.