Windows & Doors

Things That Will Impact the Lifespan of Your Windows

Quality

The quality of window frame products varies dramatically between manufacturers and installers. Cheap uPVC will warp and discolour long before a quality uPVC frame would. If frames are not fitted properly, they can be prone to water ingress, damp and draughts that will speed up deterioration.

Materials

Developments in materials mean that uPVC is now far superior to the products made before 2000. Aluminium now has better thermal properties and stronger frames. Timber has to be maintained on a regular basis every few years to achieve anywhere near a 50-year lifespan.

Environment

The factor that contributes the most to shortening the lifespan of a window frame is the weather. A coastal fronted property has to contend with the corrosive effects of saltwater and high winds compared to a sheltered house. South-facing windows will also have to contend with the constant contraction and expansion caused by the heat of the sun.