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AN OVERVIEW OF DIFFERENT KINDS OF uPVC WINDOWS AND THEIR FEATURES

uPVC windows are a fantastic choice for windows due to their durability, high quality and multiple functionalities.

Choosing the perfect window for your house can be tedious and tough at times. In this article, we offer you an insight into the various types of uPVC windows and their features to help you choose the right window for your home. 
uPVC windows are a comfortable and popular choice nowadays as they are a perfect blend of form, finesse, and functionality. uPVC is an industrial polymer that is strong, durable, and lightweight. When uPVC, specialized glass, and windows come together, they form an unbeatable combination. They offer elegance to their home as well as offer a wide range of benefits such as being weather-proof, long-lasting, increased ventilation, low maintenance, heightened safety and security, heat, sound, and dust resistance. 
DIFFERENT TYPES OF uPVC WINDOWS
1.    French Windows
These are regular windows with a twist of French tradition. These windows allow maximum opening and allow the breeze to enter freely into your home. These windows are attached to the frame and have one or more hinges at the side. They can be opened inwards or outwards. These windows are available in a variety of colors as per customer requirements. These windows have an aesthetic appeal in themselves and are quite secure. Moreover, these windows are durable and an all-weather solution. 
Features:
•    They have a multipoint locking system
•    Wider opening when compared to regular windows
•    Energy-efficient and noise controlling
•    They have better security features

2.    Casement uPVC Windows
These are regular uPVC windows. These windows are hinged on one side which can be on top (awning) or bottom (hopper). These can be opened either inward or outward with the help of firmly attached hinges to the frames. They are very easy to operate. These windows are specially designed to direct the external breeze within your home. They come in versatile and popular designs. These windows enhance the beauty of your home with a subtle but contemporary touch. 
Features: 
•    Linear frame
•    Eco-friendly 
•    Long-lasting
•    Thermal efficient
•    Enhanced security (steel reinforcement, multipoint locking systems)
•    Less external hardware and framework
•    Aesthetic charm
•    Customizable 

3.    Awning uPVC Windows
They are also known as Top-hung windows. These are windows most suitable for ventilation and privacy purposes, making them a perfect choice for kitchens, bathrooms, and storerooms. Awning windows are very easily accessible as well. They offer a wide range of benefits such as external noise reduction, better insulation, diverse options in design, superior privacy options, high window placement, etc. Moreover, they work well with both, traditional and modern houses. 
Features:
•    Multipoint locking system
•    Equipped with Frame and Sash EPDM seal for optimum airtightness
•    Ease of operation
•    Do not intrude on space
•    Highly secure
•    Can be made as a traditional chain winding system or handle operated 3 point locking system. 
•    Customizable fly screens
•    Cost-effective
•    High warranty

4.    Sliding uPVC Windows
These windows are well known for their unhindered huge views and are capable of instantly brightening up a room and elevated room décor. They provide plenty of sunlight and ventilation as well as offers your home a polished and modern look. They comprise frames that can slide back and forth and are built in such a way that they disappear into the wall when opened. Since these windows offer an unobstructed outdoor view, they are the most sought-after balcony door design. They can also be used in restrooms, rooms opening up to the terraces, pools, and even in closets. These windows are a perfect choice for homes that need space-economy. 
Features:
•    Better and flexible ventilation due to horizontal sash movement
•    Resistant to noise, dust, heat, and pollution
•    They are best suited for wide openings

5.    Fixed uPVC Windows
Fixed windows are non-opening windows that are built to allow light into a room. These windows are designed to frame outdoor sceneries, perfect for nature lovers. They also provide more amount of natural light, improving your mood and increasing your productivity. They are strategically placed within a room to allow maximum natural light to enter a room, thus saving electricity bills by minimizing the need for lights during the daytime. It’s durable, strong, heat-insulating, thermally insulating, and waterproof. Moreover, it highlights your home with a soft, elegant look. 
Features:
•    Long-lasting
•    Aesthetic appeal
•    Low maintenance
•    Termite resistant 
•    Recyclable 

6.    Tilt and Turn Windows 
These windows are extremely versatile. These windows have a sash that tilts and opens at a particular angle from the hinges at the top along with the base hinges. It can also swing towards the inside with the help of side hinges. Due to their innovative mechanism, it makes cleaning a stress-free task. A state-of-the-art design, makes windows look classy. These windows are gradually becoming very popular. The widespread of these windows has led to the rise of tilt and turn doors. 
Features:
•    Aesthetically pleasing 
•    Tilt position allows ventilation as well as rain protection
•    Turn position offers maximum ventilation, wider opening, and quicker cleaning
•    Allows maximum sunlight and insulation
•    Energy saving
•    Easy to use 
•    Long-lasting
•    Offers noise insulation 
•    There is a triple glass option for better insulation
•    Weather resistant, not prone to dust, termite free, and prevents corrosion and fading 

We hope this article was useful for you. We deal in uPVC windows and doors in Cochin, Kerala. If you are interested in the sale and purchase of uPVC windows in Cochin, Kerala, we would be happy to help you in recognizing the best possible option for your home as well as help you in elevating the standards of your home décor.