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uPVC Vs. Aluminium Vs. Timber Windows & Doors - Choose The Right Material

It’s important to explore which window and door material is the best fit for you and your home. Material choices include- uPVC, Aluminium or Timber.

uPVC

uPVC windows and doors are the most popular replacement in the UK, and for good reason. They look great when made and installed well. uPVC windows are also cheaper than both aluminium and Timber. They are the most thermally efficient, maintenance free and have a long-life span of approximately 35-40 years. They are available in a range of woodgrain colours and styles to suit most house types.

Aluminium

Aluminium windows and doors are known for their strength and durability. Aluminium’s inherent strength allows the use of slimer profile offering smaller sightlines. These benefits make aluminium an excellent option for bi-folding doors. Aluminium has a life span of approximately 45 years and are more easily recycled than uPVC. They are also very low maintenance. Aluminium, however, is a more costly option than uPVC. Another downside to aluminium, is that it is a considerably poor insulator. Its thermal performance is also inferior to uPVC.

Timber

Timber windows and doors, although looks beautiful when well made, they are prone to swelling and rotting, and require regular maintenance to maintain their appeal. Houses in conservation areas are often required to replace their windows with like for like timber replacements. However, some planning authorities are willing to relax the rules for uPVC and aluminium when designed as timber replicate windows, such as Flush Sash.

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Flexible Finance Options Available

Spreading the cost of double-glazing products is a convenient way to upgrade your home, at a manageable pace that suits your lifestyle. 

That’s why we offer flexible finance options at Sapphire Windows & Doors through our finance facility provider, Phoenix Financial Consultants. 

We believe that you shouldn’t have to pinch your pockets to be able to enjoy our products.

No matter your budget, you can add the new windows and doors you’ve been dreaming of without any delay and pay for them in small monthly instalments to suit your circumstances.

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Our bespoke windows & doors have the potential to transform your home. If you’re looking for a little inspiration, check out some of our past projects and see how we have transformed homes across Wales.

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Come & Visit Our Showrooms

Our showrooms give you the opportunity to browse our range of windows & doors and get a feel for all the options we offer.
When you’re investing in your home, coming along to actually view, feel and use the products is essential if you want to be confident of finding the right product to suit your needs, style and budget. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff are also on hand to answer any questions you may have. We have showrooms located in Ammanford, Carmarthenshire & Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire. We cover the whole of South & Mid Wales. We’re ideally located to serve homes in Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Cardigan, Neath Port Talbot & Glamorgan. See our locations page to see where we work.

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  • 55-57 Wind Street, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire, SA18 3DT

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