uPVC Profiles

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uPVC Profiles

uPVC Profile Price Calculator

Select the desired uPVC window 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 a tilt and turn uPVC window, made of the standard inexpensive profile.
Select “Passive house profile”, in order to calculate the price of a uPVC tilt and turn window, made of a much wider and energy efficient uPVC profile suitable for the Passive House.
Select “Casement window profile”, in order to calculate the price of an outward opening uPVC window.

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

uPVC Profile Prices

uPVC windows can be made using different uPVC profiles, which affect the total price of the uPVC windows. The main factors that determine the price are the materials used, the width of the profile, the internal structure of the profile, and the country of production. uPVC profiles made in Germany or Scandinavian countries have higher prices compared to uPVC profiles made in Poland or China. If uPVC profile is wide, sturdy and with more internal chambers, the price will be higher compared to the narrow uPVC profiles that provide moderate sound and heat insulation. The following table illustrates the main factors that influence the price of uPVC window profiles.

Features of uPVC Windows	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 Profile Types

uPVC profile refers to uPVC window frame and sash which holds the glazing unit – in other words, it is the plastic part of the uPVC window. uPVC profiles are classified according to their width, internal structure, cladding, country of production, etc. Here we outline the types of uPVC profile ...Read more used in tilt and turn uPVC windows, both inward opening and outward opening. uPVC window 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 between 70 mm and 80 mm in depth; they are cheap and have fairly good heat and sound insulation properties. uPVC windows 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 insulating heat and sound. All 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 windows, 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 uPVC profile.
Casement window profiles are popular in Northern Europe, especially in areas of strong winds and rain. Casement window profile is designed to open outwards; this proves very beneficial in severe climates, as the strong wind presses the sash firmly against the frame thus improving uPVC window weather tightness. Another advantage of casement window profile is saving space: uPVC windows open outwards, so you can use the space on window sills and put furniture close to the uPVC windows.
uPVC window profiles are made of high quality lead-free uPVC, which can be recycled once the uPVC windows are out of use. uPVC window profiles are hollow; the cavities have internal chambers filled with air which help 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 window 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 sections which help to reduce the heat loss. Generally, more sections 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 a model of the uPVC profile and counting the number of sections that divide the uPVC profile vertically.

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 windows were reinforced using steel, but recently there are some ...Read more other 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 windows. But steel is a metal and therefore conducts heat very well, which is undesirable in modern energy efficient windows.
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 windows with fibre composite reinforcement are much lighter. This makes it easier to transport and install the uPVC windows; there is also less pressure on the building during the service time. This is also relevant to those who need larger windows, 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 windows.
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 Window Seals

uPVC window seal or window gasket is a narrow rubber band that is fixed all around the uPVC window, primarily between frame and sash. uPVC window seal is compressed by closing the uPVC window. As there are no 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 window seal, depending on the uPVC window type:

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

uPVC windows look better when window seals are invisible from the outside. Therefore many uPVC windows feature low level gasket lines which are almost unnoticeable when the uPVC window is closed. uPVC window 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 window gaskets come in different colours which can be fitted to the colour of your uPVC windows.

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 windows are energy efficient, durable and need almost no maintenance. The downside of aluminium cladding is increased window price. To find out more about aluminium cladding of uPVC windows, please contact our staff.

uPVC Profile Colours

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

uPVC Profile Guarantee

uPVC profiles come with 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 window profiles are guaranteed against discoloration and warping, provided that the profile dimensions do not exceed size limitations*.

*Size limitations for uPVC window panels:
White uPVC window:

fixed window - depending on the size limitations of window glazing, each border < 3,10 m;

operable window - 2,10m x 1,05m or 1,50m x 1,50m (height x width).

Coloured uPVC window:

fixed window: depending on the size limitations of window glazing, each border < 3,10 m;

operable window - 2,10m x 1,00m or 1,50m x 1,40m (height x width).

Note: size limitations will be further specified by our staff.