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uPVC Windows – Top 5 Designs

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There has been a significant increase in the number of people opting for uPVC doors and windows over other materials. The reasons for the growing popularity of uPVC windows are many and varied. They are not only more durable than wood and metal, but are also environment-friendly and easy to maintain. These expertly designed windows can certainly add value to any home. If you are planning to buy them for your home, here are a few styles and designs that you can go for:   Bay Windows : this window design involves combination of three or more windows that project outwards beyond the wall of the house. The projected windows can be at different angles with each other. They are elegant, attractive and one of the most sophisticated window designs available in the market. Bay windows can have up to 8 sides, with a combination of casement, fixed and sliders. They are safe, durable and extremely energy efficient. Tilt Turn Windows : these dual functioning windows are perfect for the mode

How to Reduce your Home’s Energy Bills

As summer approaches, the temperature increases and the utility bills hit the ceiling. By installing energy efficient doors and windows made from uPVC, you can manage your bills effectively. Un-plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (uPVC) is a kind of reformed plastic that is exceedingly sturdy. uPVC windows brands use double glazed glass in the frames as an industry standard. They have taken construction industry by storm owing to their insulation properties. Very conveniently, uPVC doors and windows keep the interiors warm by trapping the heat in the winters and permeate the heat well in summers. The layer of air between the two sheets of glass makes this possible. Since plastic is a poor conductor of heat, it doesn’t transfer heat and cold from the outside to the inside. Logically, this reduces the load on air conditioning systems and makes your home energy efficient. Here’s how you can maximise your home’s energy efficiency: Renovate your home Almost one-fourth of the energy goes