FQA

Frequently Asked Questions

Question:

Can PVC windows be installed in winter and if so, up to what temperature?

Answer: There are temperature limitations to consider when installing PVC windows in winter. Special professional mounting foam for winter works effectively down to -15°C. It's not recommended to install uPVC windows at temperatures below -15°C.


Question:

How to prepare a window for measurement?

Answer: Before the surveyor's visit, clear access to the window opening and clean the windowsill from any foreign objects.


Question:

How to use the mosquito net?

Answer: To install the mosquito net, holding it by the handles, pull it outwards from the plastic window opening. Insert the upper part of the net into the upper corners and lower it by inserting it into the lower corners. To remove the mosquito net, perform these steps in reverse. In the winter period, it should be removed (if you want the mosquito net to last a long time, take it off after the summer season, wash it with warm soapy water, dry it, and store it until the next use)


Question:

How much does a square meter of uPVC window cost?

Answer: PVC windows are ready-made structures calculated in a specialized window program. They are not sold by square meters. The final price depends on various factors such as multi-chamber profile, double-glazing options, specific hardware options. To get an exact price, it's necessary to contact an official dealer at the factory's showroom.


Question:

Is the PVC profile environmentally safe?

Answer: PVC windows are absolutely safe as their production adheres strictly to required safety norms and standards. PVC is an environmentally friendly material. In Germany, PVC is recommended for making windows for childcare and medical institutions. All profile systems are produced using environmentally friendly stabilizers without lead, using greenline technology.


Question:

Do windows made from your profile turn yellow?

Answer: No, our windows made from KBE and Osnova profiles are manufactured from modern materials and remain white for a long time, even under direct sunlight.


Question:

What is the difference between plastic windows and uPVC windows?

Answer: Plastic windows and uPVC windows are two names for the same product. Speaking of uPVC windows, it's important to note that the frame and window sash have a metal reinforcement to enhance the structure.


Question:

How to read the "formula" of a plastic window?

Answer: Consider a single-pane glass formula with a width of 24 mm and a formula of 4-16-4i, which means two glass panes of 4 mm each with a 16 mm gap. One of the panes is energy-saving glass. The formula for a double-pane glass unit in 24 mm is 4-6-4-6-4i, which means three glass panes of 4 mm each with a 6 mm gap.


Question:

Do uPVC windows provide silence in an apartment?

Answer: The human comfort level for sound is 40-45 dB. uPVC windows reduce noise to 30 dB, which is comparable to the rustling of leaves.


Question:

Why is there a draft when the window is closed?

Answer: A uPVC window is completely airtight. Drafts may occur through gaps between the frame and the wall due to poor installation.


Question:

Is it true that uPVC windows don't allow cold air through?

Answer: This is not entirely true. More heat escapes through a window than a wall. Windows and doors account for 80% of all heat loss. However, modern uPVC windows are, on average, twice as efficient in retaining heat as old wooden windows. Additionally, uPVC windows have a quality sealing system.


Question:

Can windows only be white?

Answer: Any color! We offer a wide range of lamination options for plastic windows. It can include wood-like lamination and other abstract colors.


Question:

Can windows only be of standard shapes?

Answer: Our production allows for obtaining windows of various designs: rectangular, arched, triangular. Moreover, these elements can be assembled into window structures of any complexity.


Question:

How many chambers should a double-glazed unit have?

Answer: Answer: The standard nowadays is a single-chamber double-glazed unit (2 panes) with energy-saving properties. A double-chamber double-glazed unit (3 panes) with energy-saving features provides maximum protection against noise and cold, especially if the window faces a very noisy street, and the apartment is poorly heated.