PVC windows are ... Types of PVC windows

The living room can not be imagined without windows. Until recently, they were made only of wood. But this natural material has found an alternative - plastic windows. On their design, types and much more, read in the article.

What is PVC?

PVC windows are windows made of PVC profiles. Scientists discovered this polymer two times, but, it is worth noting, it did not attract the attention of window manufacturers for a long time. As for the history, for the first time in 1835 a chemist from France experimentally obtained polyvinyl chloride. After 37 years another, already a German chemist, as a result of numerous experiments, again receives a polymer. But he did not know anything about the early discoveries of the first scientist. Be that as it may, at that time the polymer was not used and, especially, spread.

History of plastic windows

At the beginning of the last century, polyvinylchloride was studied commercially by chemists from different countries. He was found unfit due to the rigidity and brittleness in its pure form. Fortunately, plasticizers were later opened, which increased the flexibility of PVC and facilitated its processing.

The first tried to apply polyvinyl chloride for the manufacture of window profile Americans, then Germans. But the market did not accept innovation. Only in the middle of the last century, the German designer Heinz Pasha managed to obtain a patent for the manufacture of plastic windows. True, their appearance had nothing to do with modern designs.

PVC windows are polymer structures. Popular in Europe, particularly in Germany, they did not immediately begin. Their recognition was gradual. First produced and put them completely free. Over time, the designs gradually improved. The best PVC windows have been manufactured by such German companies as Veka, GEALAN, REHAU. Already in 1958, their industrial production was established. Until now, these companies are leading in the production of plastic windows.

In the market of our country, PVC windows appeared at the end of the last century, in the 90s. They were made from a Turkish profile. However, it collapsed under the influence of low temperatures. Windows made of PVC profiles have acquired a bad reputation. It was rebuilt anew by German manufacturers in the Russian market. And they managed to do it.

The best PVC windows have finally come to the domestic market. In Russia, there were manufacturers with a reliable reputation, such as VEKA Rus. This company is the first such enterprise in our country. It produces a profile near Moscow. Khabarovsk and Novosibirsk are the cities in which the company's branches are located. The head office is located in Germany.

Choosing the right window

PVC windows are now an integral part of the premises, they create comfort and coziness in the house, protect the internal space from street noise, with them the house is warm. For these reasons, it is necessary to take a very responsible approach to the choice of structures before buying them. To make the right choice, you need to know what the quality of the window depends on. And these are the following components:

• Components that are the profile, seals, accessories, glass.
• Build high quality.
• Installation with observance of all technological moments.

Particular attention should be paid to the presence of the manufacturer-manufacturer of certificates that meet the requirements of GOST. And they should be for each type of components and for the manufacture of works for the manufacture and installation of windows.

The main material is the profile from which PVC windows are made. Firms have several of its types, but not all of them are certified, as this procedure is expensive. Manufacturers with a view of economy of means do certificates only on the running goods. Therefore, it is important when choosing a profile to pay attention to the certificate, which gives a guarantee for a quality assembly of the window, which will last a long time.

Constituent elements of the window

PVC windows are a complex structure, which includes:

• Box (frame). This design is a carrier, so its shape and size should be the same as the window opening.
• Profile reinforcing. This construction is made of metal, it is located inside the profile of PVC. It is necessary for the whole window structure to be rigid.
• Shutter. It can be sliding, folding, turning. With its help the room is ventilated.
• Impost. This element joins the flaps and divides the structure into separate parts.
• Shtulp. It is needed in order to preserve a single whole space, when two doors open simultaneously.
• Fittings. This is a capacious concept. This includes handles for PVC windows, locks, hinges. Customers are more interested in pens. The most common are the standard ones. Handles for PVC windows come with anti-burglary effect.

• Glass. It can be different. Most often used triplex, which is made on the principle of glass in the car: the polymer combines two glasses. If they break, the pieces will remain inside.
• Double-glazed windows. It can be different, with one, two cameras and more. This design is a hermetically sealed glass. To prevent the windows from fogging up, and the condensate is absorbed, an aluminum frame with a coating is inserted between the glasses. Glasses are placed in a double-glazed window at different distances from each other, their thickness is also different. The moisture and dust do not get inside due to the mastic, which is poured all around the perimeter.
• Sealants made of rubber. They are designed to ensure that the elements are tightly connected to each other.
• The Stapik. It is needed to fix the double-glazed windows.
• The layout. This is an element of decor.
• Window sill. It is made of different widths. It can be made of laminated chipboard or PVC profile.
• Drainage. This is the cornice, which is installed from the outside. It discharges water during rain or melting snow.
• Slopes. These are the elements that are needed to close the walls adjacent to the window. This is the final stage of finishing.

General information about the profile

It can be of different thicknesses - from 58 millimeters to 86. Although its width can reach 127 millimeters. It depends on the production capacity of the enterprise. Inside the profile is hollow, but it is divided by crosspieces, due to which air chambers are formed. Their size and location are determined by special calculations. These chambers are needed to preserve heat. The wide profile has more of them.

The profile walls have different thicknesses. According to this characteristic, the profile belongs to the class "A", "B" or "C". In the first class, the thickness of the profile is 3 millimeters, the second - 2.5, and the third - less than 2.5. The higher the class, the thicker the profile.

Types of PVC windows

Windows are of different types, which differ in the following features:

• Form. It depends on the size and shape of the opening in which the structure will be installed. PVC windows are square, rectangular, round, triangular and other shapes.

• Coloring. It depends on the customer's preferences. The most common is white and brown color, as well as shades of expensive wood.
• Type of opening sash. The window on this parameter is folding, turning, swivel-folding, spiral, sliding, rotary-sliding or completely deaf, without any gates. This moment is agreed with the customer in advance.

Types of PVC windows depending on their design

The windows are of the following types:

• Deaf, without wings.
• With one sash.
• With two doors.
• With three leaves.
• With a transom.
• Balcony.

Very popular are bicuspid or tricuspid windows. But the imagination of customers, probably, will never run out. They order windows for their project. It happens that in one window are collected elements of different designs. At modern enterprises for the production of PVC windows, highly skilled professionals are working, who are able to produce any option.

Dimensions of windows

They are different and depend on the size of the opening. In our time, the larger the size of PVC windows, the more fashionable it is. As a rule, nobody thinks about practicality. But if the size of the opening leaf is more than 900 millimeters square, the design will break very quickly. Deaf leaves, too, should not be made large, 1000 millimeters square is considered standard, otherwise the insulating glass will not withstand the load and is deformed. Today the most common sizes of PVC windows are:

• Single-leaf - 1150 by 1900 millimeters and 850 by 1150.
• Bivalves - 1150 by 1900 millimeters; 1300 at 2200 and 1500 at 1900.
• Three-leaved - 2400 to 2100 millimeters.

Advantages of PVC windows

Plastic windows have undeniable advantages, which are as follows:

• The window of PVC, the construction of which can have different shapes and colors, is made according to the customer's request.
• The room does not penetrate street noise, with such windows in it is always quiet.
• Windows reliably protect the house from wind and rain.
• They have good heat and sound insulation.
• This window is not afraid of high humidity and damage from mechanical influences. They withstand temperature changes, hot sun and frost.
• The service life is long.

Do not also discount the stunning aesthetic appeal of the designs.