We choose a company for installing plastic windows. Which plastic windows are the highest quality and most reliable? PVC windows are the best today

There are 2 distributors of window products: a dealer and a manufacturer. Who is better to buy from? Let's try to figure it out.

Manufacturers of plastic windows and manufacturers of profile systems should not be confused. For example, Veka, KBE, REHAU are the profiles from which window structures are made. And to get a whole window, you need double-glazed windows, fittings, sills, window sills, etc. Manufacturers of plastic windows purchase profiles and assemble complete window structures.

The window dealer does not manufacture them. He plays the role of an intermediary between the manufacturer and the consumer, concluding an agreement with him and receiving products at a discount.

Price. It is believed that a product purchased directly from the manufacturer is cheaper, but this is not always the case. The fact is that large dealer networks have large discounts from manufacturers due to significant order volumes. In some cases, their products may cost less than those from little-known manufacturers with low order volumes.

Windows from the manufacturer are slightly cheaper, but if you contact a large dealer, the difference in price will be insignificant.

Quality. Production varies. This could be a large plant with modern equipment, or maybe a couple of machines in a garage cooperative. It is unlikely that the products of the second enterprise will delight with excellent quality for many years. It is not profitable for the dealer to cooperate with unscrupulous manufacturers, because all problematic situations will have to be resolved by him. As a rule, contracts are concluded with reliable suppliers.

It is worth finding out more about the window manufacturer: place of production, quality control system, availability of certificates, etc. Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer should hide such information.

Deadlines. The manufacturer always fulfills the order faster than the dealer. As for installation times, they are approximately the same.

Much depends on the company’s workload in this moment. As a rule, the issue of timing can be discussed individually.

Range. Typically, the manufacturer focuses on 2-4-profile systems. All equipment is configured for them. A dealer who works with at least two suppliers will offer a wider selection of profile systems.

A large dealer will offer a wider range of products than the manufacturer.

Installation. Large manufacturers often focus primarily on manufacturing and sales, and consider installation as an additional service. The dealer, not having the opportunity to influence the production process, focuses on installation.

The dealer controls all processes related to window installation. It will also quickly eliminate installation errors.

Ordering windows from both the dealer and the manufacturer has its advantages and disadvantages. Risk of acquiring defective goods exists in both cases. So, communicate with the manager and don’t be afraid to ask questions - a serious company will always provide comprehensive information. If in doubt, ask to see certificates of conformity.

REHAU certification system

Companies using original REHAU products and components regularly undergo certification, following which they receive the appropriate certificates.

Certificate of official partner issued to the company's clients who have an agreement for the supply of profiles. Its presence confirms that the manufacturer offers products made based on REHAU solutions.

Certificate " Salon energy saving windows » issued to companies with legal registration, a store which operates year-round and specializes in the sale of windows based on REHAU profiles. Particular attention is paid to the qualifications of employees - they must undergo a specially designed training program, know the properties of the product and be able to speak convincingly about its advantages.

Certificate of Quality issued to companies that produce exclusively REHAU window systems in compliance with all recommendations and technological requirements of the company. Seeing such a certificate, the consumer can be sure that he is buying real German REHAU quality.

Last years plastic windows have gained extraordinary popularity, and this is due to high energy saving rates, good properties regarding noise and heat insulation, simple installation and lack of maintenance is the main disadvantage of windows made of wood. Large European and Russian manufacturers offer durable and reliable PVC profiles, from which local manufacturers produce plastic windows. Taking advantage of the nationwide fame of plastic windows, a large number of companies involved in the installation of plastic windows, and especially if we're talking about about Moscow. Some, however, approach the matter with full responsibility, while for others it is more important to get the maximum profit, so choosing a competent company is quite difficult. The rating of companies installing plastic windows in Moscow in 2016, which includes companies that received large quantity positive customer reviews.

Top 5 best plastic window installers in Moscow

Before you start installing plastic windows, you need to choose the right manufacturer, because a lot will depend on the quality of the profile itself. It must pass all the necessary tests for strength and frost resistance, especially given the difficult conditions of some regions of Russia. In order for the window to look perfect and perform the functions assigned to it, it is also necessary that the assembly itself be of high quality; much depends on the professionalism of the installers. This means that you need to trust the production and installation of plastic windows to well-known and popular companies, even if their prices are slightly higher. You should not trust intermediaries, and there have been a huge number of them recently. To make your choice easier, we have compiled a rating of window companies in Moscow in 2016, which includes:

What are the best plastic windows? Advantages, disadvantages, reviews of popular PVC profiles

We are aware that by rating windows, we are thereby invading the territory of professionals who are very skeptical about the ratings of this product. But “Expert Price” would not be himself if he had not tried to rank everyone.

Which profile of plastic windows is better?

To understand the subtle nuances of the assessment, we had to study a considerable amount of informational texts, a huge number of all kinds of amateur and professional reviews, and conduct a small amount of our own research.

The product, about which so many copies have been described, is in fact the most ordinary plastic stick, but, however, with a complex surface and internal structure. To give strength, there is a metal insert made of galvanized steel inside the profile, and internal plastic partitions create air chambers that ensure heat conservation. All. It seems, what is there to argue about? Steel will remain steel no matter what is done to it, and the plastic used by all companies is the same - polyvinyl chloride (PVC). It follows that the window profile of any production must be of the same quality. Is it so? And how do you choose the best from what is identical by definition?

Criteria for choosing a profile

Country of origin of the profile

Any company that recycles a window profile indicates its origin. At the same time, you can very often find the word “German” in the descriptive part. We recommend that you clarify what is meant by this word, because... Sellers like to use it to justify the high price of a finished window. The lion's share of this profile is produced in Russia using German technology. In this case, relatively cheap energy resources and labor are used, therefore, the cost of the product should differ from the profile produced in Germany.

Number of thermal insulation chambers

Undoubtedly, the most important criterion. It is believed that the more cameras, the better thermal insulation. However, do not forget that an excessively large number of chambers can lead to the fact that the thermal conductivity coefficient can, on the contrary, increase due to the plastic partitions, which will act as a cooling radiator. Therefore, we definitely pay attention to the following criterion.

Profile width

When choosing a profile for a living room, it is better not to skimp on this parameter. Everything is simple here, the wider, the warmer. It is only worth noting that small-chamber wide profiles can be easily deformed, because have few stiffeners.

Number of double-glazed window chambers

Reinforcing steel insert

It comes with an open or solid contour. If there are no restrictions on strength, then we advise you to choose an open one, it is warmer.

ISO 9001 Certificate

Provides a guarantee of control over the production of window profiles according to the quality management system.

The best PVC window profiles according to the “Price Expert”

Monsters of the industry. Leaders of sells.

Why are these plastic windows in our rating: The most popular

VEKA profile
Naro-Fominsk district, Gubtsevo village

Photo: www.planetasvet.ru

The profile is produced near Moscow by the company “VEKA Rus”. This is the first such enterprise in Russia. In addition, there are branches in Novosibirsk and Khabarovsk. The head office of VEKA AG is located in Germany in Sendenhorst.
The company produces six types of profiles:

• EUROLINE - three chambers, width 58 mm
• PROLINE - four chambers, width 70 mm
• SOFTLINE - five chambers, width 70 mm
• SWIGLINE - five chambers, width 82 mm
• SOFTLINE 82 - six to seven chambers, width 70 mm
• ALPHLINE - six chambers, width 90 mm

The products are certified according to ISO 9001: 2008. The VEKA company profile has been awarded the German RAL quality mark, which means that the control procedure for the raw materials used and finished products complies with control standards.

Moscow region enterprise:

Photo: veka.ua

Pros:

• Stable quality
• Large product line

Minuses:

• Price

Typical reviews about windowsVEKA:
“The profile itself is good, it performed well in winter, pah-pah, but to be honest, it’s expensive. I’m still inclined to believe that this is an overpayment for the brand...”
“...the company is quite well-known, it seems to me that in our city we have the most advertisements of this particular company. And there are banners along the roads, and the press writes on the main pages, and videos are shown on TV.”

REHAU profile
Gzhel

Photo: dom.vse56.ru

The average price in the Russian Federation for windows measuring 1470x1420 from a profile 70 mm thick: 9,500 rubles

The German company has been producing window profiles in Russia since 2002. Currently, it is the leader in the number of products produced per year among similar Russian enterprises. The plant is equipped with modern equipment and certified according to the quality management system by independent international experts.
The following profile types are offered to clients:

• GENEO - 6 chambers, width 86 mm
• INTELIO - 6 cameras, 86 mm
• BRILLANT-DESIGN – 5 (6) chambers, width 70 (80mm)
• DELIGHT-DESIGN – 5 chambers, 70 mm
• SIB-DESIGN – 3 + thermoblock (5) chambers, 70 mm
• EURO-DESIGN – 3 chambers, 60 mm
• BLITZ - 3 cameras, 60 mm

Let’s note the company’s slogan: “Avoiding mistakes is more important than eliminating errors” and the production culture (in the photo is a plant near Gzhel).

Photo: www.rehau.com

Pros:

• Quality
• Manufacturer's Warranty
• Big choice profile models

Minuses:

• Price

Typical reviews about REHAU windows:
“...a little expensive compared to others, but it’s worth it”
“The windows are very good, I wanted something cheap, but in the end I chose the most expensive one, the quality is really impressive”

KBE profile (KBE)
Voskresensk

Photo: rudupis.ru

The average price in the Russian Federation for windows measuring 1470x1420 from a profile 70 mm thick: 7,700 rubles

KBE is another German company that has built enterprises in Russia, in particular, factories in Voskresensk and Khabarovsk. No special differences between the KBE profile and competitors' products were found. However, the cost of KBE is slightly lower. At the same time, the company’s profile is ISO certified, and the marketing move for issuing partner certificates is respectable. Let me explain: the company issues an “Official Partner Certificate” to the best processors and thus can indirectly influence the quality finished windows. I must make a reservation - this certificate does not provide any guarantees to the consumer.

So, the list of products:

• “Etalon” and “Engine” - 3 cameras, width 58 mm
• “Etalon +” - modification “Etalon” with an additional camera, installation width 127 mm
• "KBE_SELECT" - 5 cameras, width 70 mm
• "KBE_Expert" - 5 cameras, width 70 mm
• “KBE_Expert+” is a modification with a mounting width of 127 mm
• "KBE_Energia" - 3 chambers, width 70 mm
• “KBE_88” - 6 cameras, width 88 mm

KBE plant in Voskresensk

Photo: ostekl.ru

Pros:

• Price
• Quality
• Large selection of models

Minuses:

• not detected

Typical reviews about KBE windows:

“I'm satisfied with KBE windows. My husband and I chose from a variety of companies and chose PVC windows from Rehau and KBE. KBE won for the price"
“For me, kbe windows have become the optimal ratio of price and quality”

Average companies with ambitions

Why in our rating: These PVC windows are constantly popular, often making it into the top ten according to professionals.

SALAMANDER profile
Türkheim, Germany

Photo: www.domovladelets.ru

The average price in the Russian Federation for windows measuring 1470x1420 from a profile 76 mm thick: 26,000 rubles

The products of SALAMANDER Industrie-Produkte GmbH are classified by us as “average” only in terms of “sales level in Russia”. Salamander Industrie is a German corporation that has several factories in Europe, including one in Belarus, in Brest. According to the manufacturer, the entire SALAMANDER profile is produced exclusively in Germany, and the BRÜGMANN profile is produced at its other enterprises. The author had the opportunity to personally verify the validity of such a statement when visiting a plant in the Republic of Belarus.

The company produces the following profile systems:

• Design 2D - 3 (4) cameras, width 60 mm
• Design 3D - 4 (5) cameras, width 76 mm
• Streamline - 5 cameras, width 76 mm

Pros:

• External surface quality
• Design
• You can hope for European quality control
• Control of dealers by the manufacturer

Minuses:

• Price

Typical reviews about SALAMANDER windows:
“Salamander profiles are a proven option”
“Salamander is a serious device, no complaints”

Profile of Mont Blanc
Elektrostal

Photo: vashiokna-dv.ru

The average price in the Russian Federation for windows measuring 1470x1420 from a profile 70 mm thick: 7800 rubles

The international company STL-Extrusion, which has four factories in the CIS, is engaged in the production of the Mont Blanc profile. Over the thirteen years of production, the MONTBLANC profile has become a fairly well-known brand, and the company has acquired an extensive dealer network. There are currently seven product lines available for purchase:

• TERMO 60 – 5 chambers, width 60 mm
• QUADRO 70 – 4 chambers, width 70 mm
• NORD 70 - 5 chambers, width 70 mm
• LOGIC - 3 cameras, width 58 mm
• GRAND 80 - 6 chambers, width 80 mm
• ECO 60 - 3 chambers, width 60 mm
• CITY 120 – 5 chambers, width 120 mm

The profile produced in Mogilev is ISO certified. There is no information about the certification of products from other enterprises of the company.

Pros:

• Quality
• Large selection of profile options
• Democratic price

Minuses:

• Lack of ISO certification at Russian factories

Typical reviews about windowsMont Blanc:
“A good profile on the Russian market is not uncommon. But cheap and high quality - that’s a rarity... We are happy with everything.”
“...they keep the heat great”

Profile
Moscow

Photo: www.okna-kaleva.ru

The average price in the Russian Federation for windows measuring 1470x1420 from a profile 70 mm thick: 10,000 rubles

The Kaleva company is engaged in the production of window blocks. The profile is produced independently. Reviews from professionals are more neutral than negative. Users are often captivated appearance profile - Muscovites did a good job on the design. The company has two classical-style profile systems and three designer ones:

• Kaleva Standard - 4 chambers, width 70 mm
• Kaleva Vita - 4 chambers, width 70 mm
• Kaleva Design - 4 chambers, width 70 mm
• Kaleva Design+ - 4(5) cameras, width 70 mm
• Kaleva Deco - 5(6) chambers, width 70 mm

Pros:

• Appearance
• Full production cycle

Typical reviews about Kaleva windows:
"...in general it will do"
“In general, we are very pleased with the windows”

Proplex profile
Podolsk

Photo: odf.ru

The average price in the Russian Federation for windows measuring 1470x1420 from a profile 70 mm thick: 8800 rubles

Proplex - Russian company, which is making significant efforts to modernize production and introduce new window systems. Just a few years ago, it was small company, which produces windows from someone else’s profile, and now the company has created full cycle production. Innovative window systems were created jointly with famous Austrian developers with great experience in the design of thermal insulation complexes.
Proplex offers the following types of profiles:

PROPLEX-Optima - 3 chambers, width 58 mm
PROPLEX-Optima - 3 chambers, width 58 mm
PROPLEX-BALCONY – 3 chambers, width 46 mm
PROPLEX-Comfort - 4 chambers, width 70 mm
PROPLEX-Premium - 5 chambers, width 70 mm
PROPLEX-Lux - 5 chambers, width 127 mm

Pros:

• Price

Minuses:

• Lack of international certification
• The presence of obsolete systems in the line

Typical reviews about Proplex windows:
“For a window 110mm x 150mm they paid about 7 thousand rubles. Acceptable price"
“I listened to the expert’s opinion and I don’t regret it. Everything is great"

Eurowindow manufacturing companies periodically included in the top 10 ratings

Why in our rating: these plastic windows are worthy of attention.

Deceuninck's profile
Belgium, branch - Protvino

Photo: www.isskur.ru

The average price in the Russian Federation for windows measuring 1470x1420 from a profile 71 mm thick: 10,600 rubles

The Belgian concern The Deceuninck Group (Deceuninck Group) releases its own profile in the Moscow region. The production is not certified, which is strange, because all of the company’s European factories are ISO certified. Whether this is due to unstable quality or whether management simply hasn’t gotten around to it yet is unknown. The profile “collected” the usual ratio of both positive and negative reviews. Product line:

• Forward - 3 cameras, width 60 mm
• Bautek - 3 chambers, width 71 mm
• Favorite - 5 cameras, width 71 mm
• Favorite Space - 6 cameras, width 76 mm
• Eforte - 6 chambers, width 84 mm

Pros:

• Availability of several highly efficient systems
• Quality

Minuses:

• High cost of outdated modifications

Typical reviews about Deceuninck windows:
“Deceuninck profiles are very reliable and retain heat well”
“The windows withstood the winter tests perfectly”

SOK profile
Syzran

Photo: www.okna-modern.ru

Included in the list as a regular figure in Internet ratings. From the information gleaned from the SOK company website (Samara Window Constructions) you can easily find out that the company does not have own production window profile. The “branded” profile is manufactured at the Profine concern plant (see KBE). This means that the profile is produced in accordance with international requirements and is ISO certified, which is not bad. But the question immediately arises about the high cost of windows made from this profile, the price of which is significantly higher than KBE windows. The choice of configurations is very small, only two types:

• Corporate profile SOK-470 - 4 chambers, width 62 mm
• Corporate profile SOK-570 - 5 chambers, width 72 mm

pros:

• quality
• unique camera arrangement

Minuses:

• overpriced finished products
• small selection

Typical reviews about SOK windows:
“JUICE is a normal profile, no better and no worse than many”
“I liked the profile, simple and strong”

Which plastic windows are still better to install?

And in the end the most important thing is the most best profile a careless window manufacturer or a handless installer can turn it into disgusting trash. Therefore, before ordering windows, consult with neighbors, friends or just acquaintances who have already contacted the company you have chosen. Remember that a profile is just a piece of plastic, which, although it is an important component of a window unit, its choice must still be justified in combination with such factors as reliable fittings, a good double-glazed window and the conscientiousness of the craftsmen.

Good afternoon Every person in life is faced with the question of choosing a high-quality plastic window. If you encounter such a problem, I suggest reading this article.

My many years of experience in working with plastic windows have given me a lot of knowledge, which I will be happy to share with you.

The plastic window is made of a multi-chamber system, which not only retains heat, but also protects the house from moisture, dust, wind and noise. To select quality windows first important role has a manufacturer. It is better to choose a window manufacturer based on reviews from clients and friends who installed windows. The most popular manufacturers: Rehau, KBE, Veka, Salamander, Proplex.

The material from which the profile, glass unit and fittings are made also plays an important role.

Reviews and advice from our clients on how to choose high-quality and the best plastic windows

If you decide to install windows, then you first need to decide which plastic windows to choose. It is important to know what to pay special attention to in order to avoid many problems. We provide below reviews about plastic windows left by our customers. Perhaps they will help you understand the question of how to choose plastic windows.

Anatoly, 45 years old, Moscow:

Pay attention to the type of profile used. The profile can be imported or domestic. Many experts claim that imported ones are of better quality - and this is true. Sometimes, in order to produce an inexpensive profile, they use recycled materials. Therefore, be sure to check this point with consultants. Carefully study the cut that is shown to you as an example - its thickness should be 1.5 mm, it should be made of galvanized steel. Only such a profile will be reliable and of high quality.

Try to carefully examine the included accessories. High-quality fittings are made in Germany. The simplicity and convenience of managing your plastic window depends on it.

The number of air chambers inside the window must be at least three.

A company producing plastic windows must have samples of work and sections of profiles. Production and installation must be certified. Never hesitate to ask for supporting documents and samples. This will save you a lot of worries later.

The right plastic windows will serve you reliably. I would like to note that only professionals work in the Window Repair company. You can trust them with your home without a doubt!”

Stanislav, 37 years old, Moscow region:

“...I would like to advise all those who want to purchase the best plastic windows to pay attention to the quality of double-glazed windows.
A high-quality double-glazed window should be:
Thickness of at least 32 mm;
There must be at least two air chambers in a double-glazed window;
Must have a heat-reflecting coating;
The glass type should be M1-polished;
When I needed to change the window in the kitchen in my apartment, I turned to the Window Repair company. The double-glazed windows turned out to be of really high quality - they are not afraid of any wind or frost. Guys, thank you!”

Svetlana, 30 years old, Moscow:

“...Plastic windows – which ones are better? In my opinion, brands such as Rehau, Veka, KBE should be trusted. Plastic windows are really high quality - reliable thermal insulation, ease of operation, anti-burglary system. The windows look solid, there is no noise from the street. I installed plastic ones in my apartment Rehau windows, and my parents have Veka. With such windows, cold winters are not scary, and in summer it is quite comfortable with the help of mosquito nets. Thanks to the staff of the Window Repair company for their advice and assistance with installation!”

Contact our company and purchase high-quality plastic windows for yourself that will help you look at the world around you in a new way!

source: http://www.okna-plastiq.ru/

When choosing which windows to buy for your home or office, each of you is looking for The best decision to maintain warmth and comfort, trying to find the optimal combination of price and quality. Manufacturer of high quality plastic profile recommends paying attention to the following parameters of PVC windows:

Profile

There are several profile quality classes, determined by the thickness of the outer wall. A thinner profile may cost less, but it cannot always ensure the preservation of the consumer properties of the window - heat and sound insulation, geometric stability, and durability. The best companies work with class A profile, which guarantees quality.

Accessories and components

Window good quality should open and close without problems at any time of the year, protect from dust and street sounds. Cheap seals, handles, rotary fittings and fastening elements not only reduce the cost of the window, but also reduce its quality. After all, with bad components, even a first-class profile will not save you.

Glass

Pay attention to what kind of glass the manufacturer uses. Good windows have glass units made of polished glass, often with solar control coating. Cheap Chinese glass can later upset you with cloudy stains, scratches and even cracks in severe frosts.

Installation

No matter what the best plastic windows are, incorrect installation will ruin everything. We recommend using window installation services offered by the manufacturers themselves. Involving people from outside or self-installation deprive you of the right to warranty service.

Price

The final cost of the window with installation depends on all the previous points. You can find and install a window cheaper, but the total savings can be a maximum of 20%, and the service life of the window will be unpredictable. Just find out how much maintenance and repairs cost, and consider whether it's worth installing windows that may need to be repaired.

From the experience of cooperation with window manufacturers, we confirm that the most common problems in window operation are caused by poor-quality fittings and improper installation. Better to spend a little more money and install a window highest quality rather than regretting the money spent and getting ready for repairs again.

source: http://www.veka.ru/

The rating of plastic windows is one of those criteria by which it would be quite simple to determine the best plastic windows. However, you will not find such an objective and comprehensive rating. This is due to a number of reasons.

Firstly, the rating of plastic windows cannot be objective, since the assessment will always be based on a subjective judgment. Expert or popular opinion– this is always just the opinion of subjects based on some criteria, the set of which is very different.

Secondly, the rating of windows cannot provide a comprehensive assessment, because window products are a technically complex product with versatile and multifaceted characteristics. It is not at all necessary that the best window should be made from the thickest (widest) profile, and the warmest double-glazed window is not always necessary when glazing.

Thirdly, the rating of plastic window brands cannot guarantee the quality of PVC windows in operation. Even the best rated windows can be damaged by poor installation or perform their functions improperly due to manufacturing defects.

Which plastic windows are better: Veka, Rehau, KBE?

As in any question: the fish looks where it is deeper, and the person looks where it is better. In this regard, it is always more interesting for an ordinary consumer to buy a higher quality product at favorable price. Therefore, having an idea of ​​which product from the presented line has best characteristics- it’s always easier to find it at the best price.

When choosing windows that are popular today based on profiles Rehau, Veka, KBE, etc., a person makes a conscious choice in favor of a well-known and reliable brand. However, windows based on the technically best profile have excellent potential, but do not guarantee excellent performance.

Indeed, in addition to the profile itself, the window contains fittings, double-glazed windows, the quality of work of the window manufacturing company and the installers of the installing company. Thus, a window from a Rehau brand profile will not necessarily be better than KBE or Veka windows.

Why is there still no better window company or better plastic window?

This question plagues window buyers and sellers, journalists from popular magazines and editors. The question of choosing the best PVC windows is increasingly being asked on construction forums and in search engines. But an answer that is definitely fair and correct has not been found. Why?

One of the reasons is the complexity of the structure itself, as we described earlier, which consists of a large number of elements. Both expensive and high-quality components and less expensive, less reliable components can be used here.

Add here the human factor, which is present in any assembly and manufacturing process using the labor of a living person. The result is a black box with a large number unknown at the input and a product with mysterious properties at the output.

Another component that also takes place when determining quality installed window is the installation process. It’s not at all difficult to imagine a situation where an otherwise perfectly manufactured window will be irrevocably damaged by an incompetent installer.

Note!

It was complaints about such an installation that one heard during the process of “sanitation” of residential buildings. The installation of plastic windows was entrusted to non-professionals, and, as a result, windows that were initially of good quality turned into a non-functional and low-quality element of the window opening in the end.

If, nevertheless, we determine best window, then for this you need to compare and select products according to following rules or in one of the following ways: by price, by quality, by optimal ratio price quality.

The methodology for an independent rating of plastic windows, which gives an interesting assessment to the buyer, as it seems, should be based on absolute values, directly related to window design. The quality of service (delivery, installation) can be assessed not in relation to the window, but to a specific window company.

Summary:

• The rating should include products - plastic windows and PVC doors– one “weight” category. Having similar, if not the same technical characteristics. Windows of different segments must be compared in their subgroups.
• The rating should evaluate the same parameters according to a pre-agreed list - the most significant characteristics from the point of view of the window consumer.
• The rating must be compiled by an independent group of experts or formed by public opinion - a representative sample from the totality of all possible window consumers.

Only by working in this way will the results obtained have at least some meaning, and the rating of plastic windows itself will be in demand, useful and relevant when choosing windows and purchasing them.

source: http://pvc-profile.ru/

Which plastic windows are best to install?

At first glance, the design of plastic windows is very simple - glass, frame, handles. However, the windows different manufacturers differ from each other both in quality and price. When choosing windows from a well-known brand, the buyer pays not for a big name, but for reliability and durability. Let's take a closer look at all the elements that make up the windows and find out which plastic windows are better.

Which plastic windows are best installed in an apartment or house? Good plastic windows don’t just cover the window opening – they perform many functions.

The main one in our latitudes is, of course, heat conservation. Owners of low-quality windows are well aware of what a problem they can become in winter. Cold and drafts are inevitable for those who decided to save money and install the cheapest handicraft model.

But the best plastic windows provide ideal thermal insulation - for example, when it is -5 o C outside, the temperature near the inner glass never drops below +20 o C. In summer, windows can protect the apartment from heat and too bright sun - for rooms facing south, You can choose windows with tinted double-glazed windows and protection against infrared radiation.

An important function of plastic windows is sound insulation, this is especially true for those who live near a busy road. Sound insulation depends on the thickness of the glass and the distance between them.
Windows also protect the house from illegal entry.

Helpful advice!

Well-known manufacturers are constantly improving the burglary resistance of windows, and many models are not at all easy to open from the outside. And, of course, do not forget about such little things as protection from insects with a mosquito net and from light with blinds.

There are many companies producing plastic windows - about 10-15 largest manufacturers (KBE, Rehau, Veka, Salamander, Schuko, Kommerling, Proplex, Deceuninck, Montblanc, LG Chem and others) and several dozen smaller ones. Each company offers a number of lines of windows - from affordable prices to luxury options.

It’s not easy to understand so many offers; it’s even harder to say which plastic window companies are better. When choosing a window, you should not start from the brand or, especially, the price, but from your own needs. Here's what to look for when choosing a window:

Material and profile uniformity

Typically, profiles for plastic windows are made of PVC reinforced with metal. PVC is resistant to deformation, harmless to humans and environment, is not afraid of temperature changes, moisture, oils, acids and solvents. PVC can be used to make not only standard square and rectangular windows, but also structures of any shape - round and semicircular, triangular, etc.

High-quality PVC is of uniform color, its surface is smooth, without grain, unevenness or streaks, and it is absolutely odorless.

Profile thickness

A profile is a structure with internal partitions. The thickness of the external and internal walls of the profile is standardized. Depending on it, the profile is assigned to one of three classes - A, B or C.

1. Class A - external walls with a thickness of 2.8 mm, internal walls - from 2.5 mm. Windows made of this profile provide good heat and sound insulation; they are installed in residential premises.
2. Class B - external walls with a thickness of 2.5 mm, internal walls - from 2.0 mm. Class B profile windows are recommended for installation in non-residential premises. They are less durable, retain heat less well and do not provide sufficient noise protection.
3. Class C – all other profiles that do not meet standards A and B. There are no strict requirements for a class C profile.

Obviously, the thicker the profile, the stronger and better it is. Most modern window profiles have an external wall thickness of 3 mm.

Number of air chambers

Inside the profile there are several cavities - air chambers that provide protection from cold and loud sounds from the street. Minimal amount There are 3 cameras in a profile, the maximum is 8. The most common are 3- and 5-chamber profiles. A 3-chamber one is suitable for windows facing a quiet courtyard or to the south; 5-chamber ones are best chosen for windows facing the road or oriented to the north.

A double-glazed window is a block of glass that is hermetically connected to each other. The space between the two sheets of glass is the chamber. Many people confuse cameras in the profile and cameras in the glass unit, but these are different concepts.

The most common double-glazed window is a two-chamber one, consisting of three glasses and two chambers between them. However, there are also three- and four-chamber double-glazed windows for particularly cold climates. Single-chamber packages are only suitable for glazing loggias, balconies or gazebos.

The quality of glass is no less important than the number of cameras in a double-glazed window. Regular glass is the cheapest, but today many people choose glass with additional properties. For example, glass with a coating that reflects infrared rays is as transparent as ordinary glass, but at the same time retains heat in winter and pleasant coolness in summer.

Note!

There are fireproof glasses that do not break even when exposed to extremely high temperatures, and glass laminated with triplex - such a window is almost impossible to break, but even if someone succeeds, there will be no sharp fragments when broken.

Seal quality

Seals are needed to ensure that the window closes tightly, as well as to ensure the tightness of the double-glazed windows. Seals are made of rubber, rubber-plastic, silicone or natural rubber. The most inexpensive (and short-lived) option is rubber; more expensive windows have seals made of rubber and silicone. They do not deform even after long use; temperature changes also do not affect their quality.

Profile width

The profile width must be at least 50 mm. Most of the best plastic windows have a width of 58-70 mm or more. The thickness mainly depends on the number of glasses - the more there are, the “warmer” and wider the window. In most cases, a width of 58-70 mm is enough to ensure warmth and silence in the house; wider profiles are in demand in harsh northern climates or in very noisy areas.

Accessories

A plastic window is a rather heavy structure, and besides, it is constantly exposed to loads - the windows are opened and closed every day. Therefore, the fittings for such windows must be especially reliable. Most often, owners of cheap, low-quality windows complain about the fittings - the handles become loose and fail, or even fall off altogether, window hinges jam and warp.

To avoid such troubles, buy windows from reputable manufacturers who not only strictly control the quality of fittings, but also constantly develop new, more convenient and durable systems. Adjustable fittings are better than non-adjustable ones - they allow you to open the window exactly as much as required, and special stoppers will prevent a draft from slamming the window shut.

Anti-burglary systems will prevent intruders from entering the house (this is especially true for apartments on the ground floor, country houses and private houses). To worthy producers window fittings include Roto, Aubi, Winkhaus, Siegenia.

The best manufacturers of plastic windows and prices

As you can see from this table, each company's products have their pros and cons, so the choice depends on your preferences. It’s even better to seek advice from specialists from the company that installs plastic windows - they are aware of all the weak and strengths each brand and the intricacies of operation.