At Endurance Aluminium, we know that choosing the right windows for your renovation project is important. Thermal performance is a key factor homeowners should be evaluating especially as household bills are on the rise.
While traditionally, PVC windows have been viewed as a cheap, energy-efficient option, we’re here to inform you as to how our aluminium windows are undoubtedly the supreme offering regarding thermal efficiency and beyond.
Key Considerations When Choosing Windows and Doors
While standard double glazing PVC windows can offer decent thermal performance, this will be coming at a cost. Typically, they must be fitted with much thicker frames to accommodate for their cheaper materials and lower strength.
What does this mean? Well, to achieve the low u-value which homeowners and larger-scale renovators alike are seeking out, you’re compromising on aesthetic appeal. Your windows should do more than perform well, they should look the part, too. The need for thicker materials also reduces the area of glazing that a PVC window can offer, which decreases the flow of natural light into your home.
Visual appeal is also neglected when you choose PVC as windows are typically available in fewer design and colour options, which may not suit modern or bespoke architectural styles. Our aluminium windows are available in bespoke colours upon request and have various other different customisation options, to best suit you and your home.
Not only this, when you choose PVC, you’re opening yourself up to the need for early repairs or even replacements. PVC is prone to deterioration from prolonged UV exposure and temperature fluctuation, which can compromise their insulating capabilities over time. In contrast, our aluminium windows are built-to-last and are made with 100% British-sourced and traceable aluminium.
PVC windows are also cause for environmental concerns: although they are recyclable, their production and disposal involve toxic byproducts. Their limited lifecycle compared to aluminium, makes it a less sustainable choice. Aluminium on the other hand, is the most recycled and abundant metal in the earth’s crust. It can be recycled repeatedly, and 75% of aluminium produced is still in use.
The benefits of Aluminium
When selecting windows, consider the long-term value they bring to your home. With Endurance Aluminium, you’re not just investing in superior thermal performance—you’re choosing durability, style, and sustainability. Built to last and designed to enhance your home’s aesthetic with bespoke customisation options, aluminium windows provide unmatched peace of mind. Opt for a solution that combines functionality, beauty, and eco-consciousness, ensuring your home remains energy-efficient and visually appealing for years to come.
