Benefits of uPVC Doors & Windows
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Benefits & Advantages of using of uPVC
Product Comparison Sheet
| S.N. | Description | Wood | Aluminum | uPVC |
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| 1 | High impact resistance |  |
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| 2 | Unaffected by temperature | |
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| 3 | Corrosion resistance | |
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| 4 | Resistance to exhaust fumes and building industry chemicals | |
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| 5 | Aging resistance | |
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| 6 | Sea water resistance | |
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| 7 | Protective painting or polishing required | |
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| 8 | High insulation qualities | |
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| 9 | Good sound dampening | |
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| 10 | Wind proof | |
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| 11 | No condensation or thermal expansion | |
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| 12 | Adaptable to meet architectural requirement | |
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| 13 | Can be formed into aesthetically pleasing shapes | |
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| 14 | Can be used in most varied climatic conditions | |
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| 15 | Qualities and appearance are stable even after years of external use | |
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| 16 | Ecologically sound as it is practically 100% recyclable | |
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Merits of Durakraft uPVC
Advantages of Using Durakraft uPVC Profile
Systems Over Others
| S.N. | Technical Factor | Durakraft | Other |
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| 1 | Material Quality | Virgin / uPVC with UV Stabilizers (as per formulation) | uPVC, UV stabilizers may be limited or absent |
| 4 | Chamber Design | Multi-chamber design (5 Chambers) | Fewer chambers (2-3 Chambers) |
| 5 | Sound Insulation (STC Rating) | Up to ~34 dB (system dependent) | ~28-30 dB |
| 6 | Weather Resistance | High resistance with UV & weather additives | Basic weather resistance |
| 7 | Water Tightness | Up to Class 4 (with tested system) | Typically Class 2-3 |
| 8 | Air Tightness (Class) | Class A (Low Permeability) | Class B-C (Higher air leakage) |
| 9 | Surface Finish | Smooth, uniform, scratch-resistant finish | Matte or uneven finish, more scratch-prone |
| 10 | Color Stability | High fade resistance (long-term performance) | Moderate fade resistance (3-5 years typical) |
| 11 | Compliance with Standards | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, EN 12608 (profile standard) | Usually no international certification |
| 12 | Fire Resistance | Better fire performance (self-extinguishing uPVC) | Lower fire performance |
| 13 | Lead Content | Lead-free formulation (Eco-friendly) | May contain trace lead (calcium-zinc not assured) |
| 14 | Recyclability | 100% recyclable | ~80-90% recyclable |
| 15 | Environmental Certifications | Supports green building norms | Generally not certified |
| 16 | Customization Options | Standard Pristine White profile with multiple fabrication options | Limited customization |
| 17 | Cost | Mid to premium range | Low cost |
| 18 | Warranty Terms | 20 Years | Around 5-10 years |