Are synthetic PVC window frames the best choice? And WHY?

By Eco Bau 

Synthetic PVC window frames are the best choice for the following undeniable reasons.

Because they are more affordable

The first reason is their low price. They offer features and performance of the highest standard at impressively low prices — thanks to the high industrialization of their production and the low cost of the synthetic PVC profile raw materials. However, price is not the only reason that makes them the best choice.

The main reasons why synthetic PVC window frames are the best choice are the following:

  • They offer top-level thermal and sound insulation.
  • They are fire-resistant and self-extinguishing in the event of a fire.
  • They are waterproof and provide high protection even in extreme weather conditions like heavy rain and strong wind.
  • They require minimal maintenance and are easy to clean.
  • In the case of colored frames, the special coating used to imitate wood provides quality, excellent aesthetics, and long-term durability — even when installed right by the sea.
  • They do not warp, sag, or deteriorate from sunlight, nor are they corroded by sea salt.
  • They are extremely durable and secure, with certified anti-burglary protection.
  • They are made from virgin PVC-U, which ensures a lifespan of at least 35 years.

The reasons above explain why buyers all over the world — in countries with both low and extremely high temperatures — have trusted them for decades. This is the strongest confirmation of their durability and effectiveness.

So, when faced with the dilemma of whether to choose PVC window frames, we can find the answer by evaluating them in the following key areas that determine the performance and quality of window systems:

  1. Thermal insulation
  2. Sound insulation
  3. Security
  4. Durability over time
  5. Purchase price

Here at Eco Bau, we’re often asked which window frames are the best — and it’s a reasonable question, as every manufacturer tries to sell what benefits them most.

 

Εμείς λοιπόν εδώ στην Eco Bau δουλεύουμε με Συνθετικά Κουφώματα οπότε θα σου πούμε και εμείς ότι τα Συνθετικά είναι καλύτερα, αλλά θα σου πούμε και ΓΙΑΤΙ, θα σου δώσουμε νούμερα και τα νούμερα δεν λένε ψέματα.

Κατ’ αρχήν έχουν μεγάλη αντοχή στον χρόνο, αυτός είναι και λόγος που εμείς εδώ στην Eco Bau δίνουμε 15 χρόνια  εγγύηση.

  • PVC window frames also offer better thermal insulation, with a thermal transmittance coefficient ranging from 1.3 to 0.6 W/m²K. The lower this coefficient, the fewer the thermal losses of the frame.

    PVC, by its nature, is a poor conductor of heat and sound. As a result, PVC window frames provide excellent thermal and sound insulation.

    This means greater energy savings, lower utility costs, and the ability to enjoy your home’s heating or cooling without losses. Additionally, PVC frames offer better sound insulation, allowing for a pleasant living environment free from outside noise disturbances.

    Another important reason is security against burglary. Thanks to the steel reinforcement inside all PVC window frames, combined with the certified perimeter locking mechanism, they offer top-level security — giving you peace of mind.

    Finally, the purchase prices of PVC window frames are impressively low due to the high level of industrialization in their production and the low cost of raw materials.