Aluminium Vs Upvc Windows
(Pros And Cons By Ma And Sun Seychelles)

Durability of uPVC vs Aluminium Windows

uPVC (unplasticised Poly Vinyl Chloride) has been a popular choice for window frames since the 1980s. It’s a very durable material and resistant to rot, which means it has a long lifespan and requires very little maintenance. However, frames can degrade over the years, albeit at a much slower rate than timber windows, and tend to require replacement after 20 to 30 years.

Aluminium is a highly durable material and high quality British Standard aluminium windows can last up to 45 years because they don’t degrade in the same way that uPVC can. Unlike other metals, aluminium will not rust, so you don’t have to worry about your window frames sustaining unsightly patches of rust in the future.

Energy Efficiency of Aluminium vs uPVC Windows

One reason why aluminium has been deemed less favourable than uPVC in the past is due to its low thermal efficiency. Aluminium is a highly conductive material, which means heat can pass through it very easily. For a while, aluminium was therefore seen as a thermally inefficient choice for windows compared to uPVC.

However, technology has come a long way over the past couple of decades, and these days British Standard aluminium windows and doors feature innovative thermal breaks within the frames, which prevents too much heat from being conducted.
Some manufacturers even use layers of Aerogel in their frames, which is such an effective insulator that it is used to insulate space shuttles and space suits.

Ultimately, the level of thermal efficiency offered by both aluminium windows and uPVC windows is variable and comes down to the quality of materials and manufacturing processes used.

Aluminium double glazed windows can be just as energy efficient as uPVC windows; just be sure to check the WER (Window Energy Rating) on the brands you’re considering. Any newly installed windows by law must be at least C rated, but both aluminium and uPVC are capable of offering up to A++ ratings.

Security of uPVC and British Standard Aluminium Windows

Thanks to their durable nature, both aluminium and uPVC windows are pretty secure, and significantly more so than timber windows which can be vulnerable to forced entry if they degrade. The level of security a window provides tends to be based on the quality of the locks installed with it.

No matter if you opt for aluminium or uPVC, provided that you have durable, modern, multipoint locks, you can rest assured that your windows will be secure.

If you are looking for British Standard aluminium doors and windows in Seychelles, contact MA & Sun Trading or visit the store at PO Box 542, Providence Industrial Estate, Mahé, Seychelles.