uPVC Door Profiles

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uPVC Door Profiles

uPVC Door Profile Price Calculator

Select the desired uPVC door profile to calculate the price. Make your choice based on price, heat insulation or opening type.

Select “Economy budget profile”, in order to calculate the price of uPVC doors made of the standard inexpensive profile and suitable for summer houses, residential and office buildings.
Select “Passive house profile”, in order to calculate the price of uPVC doors made of a much wider and energy efficient uPVC profile suitable for the passive house.
Select “Outward opening profile”, in order to calculate the price of an outward opening uPVC door. This option is available for tilt and turn patio doors and French patio doors (outward opening is already the standard in other types of uPVC doors).

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If you are interested in other types of uPVC door profile and wish to get a quote, please contact our staff. In case you have any questions regarding uPVC door profile, please send us an e-mail Inquire about uPVC door profiles

uPVC Door Profile Prices

uPVC doors are made using intricate uPVC structures that are called profiles. uPVC profiles can be wide or narrow, with a complex or simple internal structure; they differ also in the quality of materials used and the country of production. All these factors affect the price of uPVC profiles and, consequently, the price of uPVC doors. uPVC profiles made in Germany or Scandinavian countries have higher prices compared to uPVC profiles made in Poland or China. Wide uPVC profiles with more internal partitions are regarded as more energy efficient and thus cost more. The following table illustrates the main factors that influence the price of uPVC door profiles. Prices may change, so here we provide a general comparison only.

Features of uPVC Door Profiles	Low Price	High Price
Country of production	China, Poland	Germany
Profile width	Narrow profile	Wide profile
Specifications	Fewer internal chambers	More internal chambers
Specifications	Fewer partitions	More partitions
Specifications	Two gaskets	Three gaskets
Reinforcement	O-type or U-type	G-type or foam
Design	White	Coloured
Durability	No aluminium cladding	Aluminium cladding

uPVC Door Profile Types

uPVC door profile refers to the framework of uPVC doors, typically the frame and sash that holds the glazing unit. uPVC profiles are hollow structures with numerous internal partitions to reach high thermal insulation. The characteristics of a uPVC profile become apparent when looking at its cut profile. uPVC profiles are classified according to their width, internal structure, cladding, country of production, etc. ...Read more Here we outline the types of uPVC profile used in uPVC doors, both inward opening and outward opening. uPVC door profiles can be put into three categories.
Narrow uPVC profiles. uPVC profiles can be narrow (Economy budget profile) or wide (Passive house profile). Generally it can be stated that the wider the uPVC profile, the better heat and sound insulation is achieved. Narrow uPVC profiles are 60 to 70 mm wide; they are cheap and have fairly good heat and sound insulation properties. uPVC doors made of narrow profile are suitable for apartment buildings, private houses, office buildings. By selecting “Economy budget profile” in the price calculator, you will get the price of a 70 mm uPVC profile.
Wide uPVC profiles are better at thermal insulation and are usually used for uPVC doors in cold climates. uPVC profiles that are wider than 80 mm are put under this label. Wide uPVC profiles are more durable because of a bigger reinforcement structure. If you choose a wide profile for your new uPVC doors, you have a chance to choose a wider glazing (double or triple glazing) for even better heat and sound insulation. By selecting “Passive House Profile” in the price calculator, you will get the price of a 90 mm profile for uPVC doors.
Outward opening uPVC profiles can be chosen for tilt and turn uPVC doors. They are popular in Northern Europe, especially in areas of strong winds and rain. Outward opening uPVC door profile is designed to open outwards rather than inwards; this proves very beneficial in severe climates, as the strong wind presses the sash firmly against the frame thus improving uPVC door weather tightness. Another advantage of outward opening profile is saving space: uPVC doors open outwards, so you can use the space by the uPVC doors.
uPVC door profiles are made of high quality lead-free uPVC (polyvinyl chloride), which can be recycled once the uPVC doors are out of use. uPVC door profiles are hollow; the cavities have internal chambers filled with air which helps to improve the heat insulation. There are many companies that produce uPVC profiles and each of them offers slightly different products. Currently the most popular uPVC door profiles in Mainland Europe are the ones made in Germany. Hide

uPVC Profile Chambers

uPVC profiles always involve a multi-chambered structure. This means that a hollow uPVC profile is divided into 3 or more chambers (which in turn are divided into smaller sections) which help to reduce the heat loss. Generally, more chambers mean a better heat and sound insulation. An additional advantage of sections is the increased uPVC profile stability. The number of chambers can be determined by looking at the model of the uPVC profile and counting the number of partitionas that divide the uPVC profile horizontally.

uPVC Profile Reinforcement

uPVC profiles are light, easy to transport and install. However, if a larger glazing option is chosen, there may be some problems; uPVC profile may be unable to sustain the weight and eventually deform. In order to prevent this, uPVC profiles are reinforced by inserting a special long rigid structure into one of the chambers. Traditionally uPVC doors were reinforced using steel, but recently there are some other ...Read more options available.
Steel reinforcement. Steel was traditionally used for uPVC profile reinforcement. It provides stability and resistance to impact as well as a possibility to make larger uPVC doors. But steel is a metal and therefore conducts heat very well, which is undesirable in modern energy efficient uPVC doors.
Fibre composite reinforcement. Fibre composites provide a modern alternative to steel in uPVC profiles. These materials have been tested in harsh conditions, such as airplane industry, automobile sports, and proved their stability. uPVC doors with fibre composite reinforcement are much lighter. This makes it easier to transport and install the uPVC doors; there is also less pressure on the building during the service time. This is also relevant to those who need larger doors, as uPVC profiles are sufficiently rigid but not that heavy. Most important of all, fibre composites do not conduct heat, so they do not harm the heat insulation properties of uPVC doors.
uPVC profile walls. Rigidity and stability of uPVC profile is much affected by the inner and outer profile walls. For the best stability, outer walls of uPVC profile should be at least 3 mm thick. The total number of partitions inside the uPVC profile is also important; the more there are chambers and sections, the stronger and more stable is the uPVC profile. Hide

uPVC Door Seals

uPVC door seal or door gasket is a narrow rubber band that is fixed all around the uPVC door, primarily between frame and sash. uPVC door seal is compressed by closing the uPVC door. As there are no remaining gaps around the perimeter (all possible gaps are insulated by the gaskets), no cold, rain or wind can enter the room. Usually there are two or three perimeters of gaskets, depending on the uPVC door type:

Two perimeters of door seal is a standard option for residential buildings.
Three perimeters of door seal are used in special cases when the best heat and sound insulation is required, e.g. for the passive house.

uPVC doors look better when door seals are invisible from the outside. Therefore many uPVC doors feature low level gasket lines which are almost unnoticeable when the uPVC door is closed. uPVC door gaskets need maintenance once a year; it is advisable to clean the gaskets and apply some silicone solution so that the rubber would retain its sealing properties. uPVC door gaskets come in different colours which can be fitted to the colour of your uPVC doors.

uPVC Profile Aluminium Cladding

uPVC profiles are cheap and feature excellent heat and sound insulation. However, they are not as durable and sturdy as aluminium profiles; their appearance may change as the years go by. uPVC profiles with aluminium cladding join the best features of both materials; such doors are energy efficient, durable and need almost no maintenance. The downside of aluminium cladding is increased uPVC door price. To find out more about aluminium cladding of uPVC doors, please contact our staff.

uPVC Profile Colours

uPVC door profiles have a standard white colour, but upon request they may be laminated with a colourful laminate. There is a choice between available RAL colours, wood grain effect and brushed metal laminate. All uPVC profile colours are durable, resistant to fading, peeling or scratch.

uPVC Door Profile Guarantee

uPVC door profiles are given a 1-40 year guarantee. The exact period depends on the chosen uPVC profile type and is specified in the agreement to be signed before the manufacturing process. uPVC door profiles are guaranteed against discoloration and warping, provided that uPVC door dimensions do not exceed size limitations*.

*Size limitations for uPVC doors:
Single uPVC doors: height: 2200 mm, width: 1000 mm.
Double uPVC doors: height: 2200 mm, width: 2000 mm.
Tilt and slide uPVC doors: height: 2400 mm, width: 3400 mm.
Large sliding uPVC doors: height: 2400 mm, width: 4500 mm.
Folding uPVC doors with 3 panels: height: 2400 mm, width: 2600 mm.
Folding uPVC doors with 4 panels: height: 2400 mm, width: 3400 mm.
Folding uPVC doors with 5 panels: height: 2400 mm, width: 4200 mm.
Note: size limitations will be further specified by our staff.