Question 1

How much do uPVC windows cost?

Accepted Answer

Windows made of uPVC or vinyl are in the vast majority of cases the cheapest option in window construction. Window prices on windows24.com start from €36 (inc VAT) in our online shop. There are different factors influencing the window prices, like the opening type (fixed or casement), size in mm, white as colour or a decorative foil, or a double-glazed unit or triple glass. Instead of adding a window film later, frosted glass can be selected, which comes in handy for bathrooms or other rooms with needs for privacy. The material is not only the ideal choice in terms of price but thanks to high-quality workmanship and modern multi-chambered profiles, excellent thermal insulation values are also achieved. The triple glazed profile energeto 8000 ED starts from €68 (inc. VAT) and is even suitable for passive houses.

Question 2

Are profiles available suitable for passive houses?

Accepted Answer

Energy costs are rising continuously and the topic of insulation is becoming increasingly important. To be considered suitable for passive houses, the Building Energy Act GEG of Germany stipulates a maximum U-value of 0.8 W/m²K for windows and doors. With 0.74 W/m²K, our vinyl profile energeto 8000 ED even undercuts this value and thus offers you the opportunity to live in a particularly energy-saving way. This is achieved by a construction with 6 chambers, highly insulating thermal foam and a carbon fibre reinforcement instead of steel. But even choosing triple-glazed instead of double glazed windows can decrease the U-value significantly.

Question 3

Are uPVC windows really easy to maintain?

Accepted Answer

One of the greatest advantages of uPVC casement windows is that they are low-maintenance and easy to clean. A little warm water and detergent usually help against normal dirt. If you want to do something good for your windows, use special PVC window cleaners that prevent dirt from sticking and causing discolouration. Important: never use abrasive milk or agents containing chlorine, as these attack the material. And don't forget to clean the hinges and gaskets once a year.

Question 4

Is a wooden appearance still possible with a uPVC profile?

Accepted Answer

The days when uPVC windows were uniformly white are long gone; today you can choose from a large number of colours and decors to influence the window style. Even cosy wood designs can be configured as desired, including mahogany or even golden oak. Compared to real wood, your window with wood decor remains weatherproof, UV-resistant and easy to maintain.

Question 5

What dimensions are possible?

Accepted Answer

You can determine the height and width of your uPVC windows individually and select up to three sashes. There are no binding standard window sizes; the ideal dimensions depend on many factors, some of them personal. For the south side of a house, for example, large window areas are ideal for letting in a lot of light. The technically feasible minimum and maximum dimensions are always displayed in the window configurator.

Question 6

What advantages do uPVC windows offer over wooden windows?

Accepted Answer

In addition to saving on what your windows cost, it is above all the lower maintenance that is most outstanding for uPVC or vinyl windows. Thanks to modern construction with a multi-chamber system, they are in no way inferior to wooden windows in terms of thermal insulation and are sometimes even better. The material makes any double glazed windows durable for a long time and resistant to dirt and scratches.

Question 7

Are white and coloured windows true to colour?

Accepted Answer

We use the so-called extrusion process for the colour of our vinyl windows. In this process, the frame is heated again during the production process and sprayed with a special adhesive. The respective decorative film is then applied and fused firmly to the surface through high pressure. This makes the colour UV-resistant, long-lasting and colour-fast even after many years.

Question 8

Do the windows have steel reinforcements?

Accepted Answer

Steel reinforcements serve to increase the stability and improve the security of uPVC windows. For this reason, except for the energeto 8000 ED, all our uPVC profiles are equipped with a bolted steel reinforcement as standard. In place of this, the energeto 8000 ED has a reinforcement made of the innovative plastic Ultradur® High Speed, which has the same effect as steel but provides better thermal insulation values.