The Pros & Cons to The Top Window Styles
With so many incredible windows styles on offer, you might be unsure which one is the best choice for you and your home. Whether you’re looking for uPVC windows or aluminium, every kind of window has its own pros and cons depending on the kind of home you live in. No matter what style of window you opt for in the end, if it’s from Smile Windows, you can be sure it was made to the highest standard.
The Pros of uPVC Windows
Arguably the most common kind of modern window, uPVC windows are a good choice for homeowners looking for high-performance windows at an affordable price. One of the best things about uPVC windows is how weather resistant it is. uPVC is a material that’s non-porous, which means it doesn’t allow for liquid or air to pass through it, so rain just bounces off it. Another great thing about uPVC is that, despite what you may think, it’s both recyclable and environmentally friendly. The ecological sustainability of uPVC allows it to be recycled up to ten times.
The ease of maintenance that comes with uPVC windows is also appealing to many homeowners. uPVC windows aren’t painted and instead just have coloured plastic. This is beneficial to the owner because it means they won’t have to continuously deal with flaky paint or recoating. It also won’t rot or rust and can be easily cleaned using common products like soap.
uPVC windows also boast incredible energy efficiency and specialise in maintaining a temperature-consistent home, saving you money on your energy bills. As an added bonus, uPVC is a great insulator of sound, which means you’re less likely to experience noises from the outside being heard within your home.
The Cons of uPVC Windows
Although uPVC windows are incredible in many ways, there are certain elements you might be happier with if you picked a different kind of window. For instance, the aesthetic customisation features of uPVC, whilst plentiful, pale in comparison to those of other window styles as uPVC isn’t as flexible when it comes to design and shape. That’s not to say that the options available to you aren’t impressive.
Another potential downside of uPVC windows is the fact that it adds less value to your home than other styles of windows might, however, this is only the case because uPVC windows also tend to cost less than other kinds of windows in the first place.
The Pros of Aluminium Windows
Aluminium windows are an easy way to get your home to stand out amongst the crowd. Their elegant appearance and versatility will elevate the overall aesthetic of your home. Their design is able to work cohesively with any kind of building, whether the material surrounding the frame is timber or stone. They’re available in a bold array of colours, meaning it’s easy to find something you like.
One of the key features that aluminium offers is slim frames that allow for more glass to be fitted, letting more light in than other kinds of windows. The frames, unlike uPVC windows, are able to remain slim whilst supporting panes of glass because aluminium is simultaneously both lightweight and strong.
The Cons of Aluminium Windows
Aluminium is more costly than other window styles because it’s a more valuable material, but if you’re looking for windows that are both sleek and stylish, you can’t go wrong when investing in some aluminium windows.
Some may argue that aluminium windows aren’t as thermally efficient as styles like uPVC windows, but this is an outdated belief as they’ve advanced in recent years and aren’t as susceptible to cold or condensation as they once were.
The Pros of Hardwood Windows
Hardwood windows offer you a traditional aesthetic merged with the benefits of modern window technology. They’re the perfect choice for older, more conventional types of homes, but they can also work wonders for modern homes. Hardwood windows from Smile Windows are available in a multitude of different wood types, including sapele, iroko, and oak.
Whilst the focus of hardwood windows is their looks, their practicality is not compromised. All of our hardwood windows are double glazed to assist with thermal efficiency and there are, of course, the latest security features.
The Cons of Hardwood Windows
The fact that hardwood windows need to be painted could put some people off as they’ll worry about flaky paint or repainting, but we strive to do the very best job when it comes to painting your hardwood windows. You don’t even need to have them painted as their natural look is, in many ways, one of their biggest strengths. We also offer the option to have them stained instead.
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If reading this article has inspired you to invest in new windows for your home, contact the Smile Windows team today. You can call us on 07758 941050 or fill out our online contact form and a member of the team will be back in touch.
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