UPVC stands for un plasticized polyvinyl chloride (Rigid plastic). The great advantage offered by plastics is that they can be custom-engineered of a particular application; a slight change in a plastic’s molecular structure can result in substantial changes of its properties. That’s why not all plastics are the same, especially when it comes to window profiles. Unlike other material, PVC will not rot, corrode or otherwise be affected by sun, humidity, salt, pets, rodents or other harsh elements.
Strength of UPVC Doors & Windows
They are strong as the formulation & the design of the profile ensure that the profiles does not break. Secondly all the UPVC Doors & windows are reinforced using steel.
Comparision Table
Features |
UPVC |
Aluminium |
Wood |
Durability |
Excellent |
Good |
Poor |
Energy Conservation |
Excellent |
Poor |
Good |
Fire Resistance property |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Poor |
Surface quality |
Excellent |
Poor |
Regular maintenance required |
Water resistance |
Excellent |
Good |
Poor |
Sound insulation |
Excellent |
Good |
Poor |
Maintenance |
Nill |
Required after few years |
Regular maintenance required |
Termites / Fungi |
No harm |
No harm |
Poor |
Preservation for natural forest wealth |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Poor |