Windows Providing both traditional timber and UPVC windows throughout Merseyside Years ago, timber windows were a fraction of the cost of UPVC windows and still did a good job. However, due to changes in the industry since the 1990s after new regulations were brought in � the cost of UPVC windows really has gone down a lot to the extent that they are now very similar. But which of the two are right for you?
Why timber? Wooden frames aren�t affected by adverse temperatures � this is due to the high R � values They give a nice, traditional aesthetic to your property Easy to achieve any finish as needed by the architect As wood is a bad conductor of electricity and heat, it is less prone to condensation Alteration and additions are easy to perform Maintenance of wooden frames is cheap and easy Timber is renewable and sustainable and has a much lower carbon footprint the UPVC windows Why not timber? If you are to use high quality timber, it can turn out to be very expensive overall If you do not use season wood, then the wooden frames can become subject to twisting problems Wooden frames can be negatively affected by moisture and can be known to swell if the weather is consistently damp and/or rainy Why UPVC? UPVC windows are weather proof as the elements cannot penetrate the surface of this surface UPVC windows can save energy, especially those that are double glazed. This is because the vacuum between the panels acts as a solar panel and stops any cold air reaching your home Many people who have these windows have said that the initial cost of installation is soon paid back through savings made through energy bills Gone are the days when all UPVC windows and doors have to be white � these can now be altered to your preferred finish. For example, hard wood etc. UPVC windows make your home extra secure which can save you even more money through your insurance bills. If you take extra security measures to protect your home from intrusion, then the insurance companies are likely to look favourably upon your claims UPVC windows have multi locking systems and double glazed windows are much harder to cut through and so potential thieves will often bypass your house because of this Wooden windows can start to rot and warp as the years go by, however UPVC windows is one of the most secure materials available Very low maintenance � timber frames often require re-painting or re-finishing every 5 years as well as occasional filling jobs and patching due to the fact they can often end up flaking and rotting away left untreated Why not UPVC? While not unsightly, UPVC doors can look relatively uniform and common place nowadays. If you would like a unique finish for your windows, then UPVC may not be for you UPVC is cheap � but isn�t that a good thing? Well it can be, but UPVC is cheap for a reason � it is a low cost material that can lower the aesthetic of old fashioned buildings that would otherwise be full of character. They only really suit more modern and uniform buildings UPVC has a very negative effect on the environment and is hazardous when created and destroyed Over time, UPVC has a tendency to become discoloured and even brittle � although it will last a good few decades before this happens, it will eventually break down to a point where it is unredeemable Unlike timber which comes from a sustainable source, UPVC is reliant on oil � which we are quickly running out of! We can always plant more trees � but there will come a time in the not so distant future where we will run out of oil Contact us Although we cannot make the decision for you as to which kind of windows you would like, our friendly and experienced team are on hand to give you their expert advice whenever you need them. Please give us a call today where we can answer any and all questions.
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