Rating of the best manufacturers of plastic windows

Choosing metal-plastic windows, you want to buy a quality product that will justify the money spent. The best manufacturers with good value for money are presented in this article.

What to look for when choosing

The determination of the requirements for the choice of a window should be made in a specific order for each room separately:

1. the geometric configuration of the window, the number of sashes and the way of opening them are selected;
2. depending on the external orientation of the window, the type and design of the glass unit is selected;
3. in accordance with the dimensions of the package, the installation width of the profile is calculated;
4. high-quality seals, glazing beads and fittings are selected;
5. the appropriate color shade of the profile surface is determined.

After that, based on the formed requirements and price factors, you can determine which plastic windows are the best in quality, choose a manufacturer and a trade brand.

The best manufacturers of plastic windows in terms of price-quality ratio

REHAU

The Rehau company, founded in 1948, almost immediately after the First World War. The headquarters are located in Muri, Switzerland. The products on sale with the inscriptions Made in France and Made in Germany are not fakes, but the products of subsidiaries in France and Germany. The company produces economical three-chamber profile options and warmer 5 and 6-chamber systems with a thickness of up to 86 mm. The owners of plastic windows "Rehau" like the long service life of the fittings. It does not require repair for 10 years. This is due to the use of quality products from another global manufacturer MACO, which has developed hardware that can withstand up to 40,000 opening cycles.

Our experts consider this manufacturer to be the best, since the company has invented a unique plastic formula, thanks to which the profile does not turn yellow in the sun. Competitors' products fade and lose their attractiveness, and these windows will remain white, provided they are washed once every six months. Also, the special composition of PVC does not crack in the cold, so residents of the northern regions should pay attention to Rehau products.

Advantages

• Austrian fittings MACO is used;
• the outer metal is protected with an anti-corrosion coating;
• anti-burglary elements are provided;
• microlift gives protection against sagging.

disadvantages

• there are fakes;
• high price;
• some complain about soundproofing.

KBE

This manufacturer appeared in Berlin in 1980 and specialized in the production of building plastics. After the invention of PVC windows, the company began to actively manufacture such products. Now the concern is one of the five most popular companies in this industry in Europe. The company's factories are located not only in Germany, but also in Russia. The metal-plastic profile is manufactured on extrusion lines using a patented technology, therefore it exactly meets the German requirements in composition and properties. The most common window option on sale is KBE70, which is used in most apartments and private houses.

The owners of these plastic windows note in the reviews increased heat and noise insulation, as well as a reduction in heating costs. In general, 84% of reviews on the Internet about this company are positive (specifically about the profile of windows and glass). The quality of the installation is different everywhere, as it depends on the local installers. We also consider the products of the manufacturer KBE to be the best in terms of tightness and recommend that those who live in areas where fires are often fired take a closer look at them. Acrid smoke will not enter your home.

Advantages

• provide windows from a profile of various shapes (arches, round);
• plastic sealed doors significantly save energy consumption for heating;
• aesthetic appearance;
• effective sound insulation.

disadvantages

• plastic frames turn yellow over time;
• high price;
• some develop ice on the bottom.

VEKA

Concern Veka AG is the world leader in the development of metal-plastic profile window systems. The German manufacturer has existed since 1969. It is the first extrusion company among those that opened their factories in Russia. The frames are manufactured using German technology and European equipment. The release of plastic doors and windows closer to the consumer allowed a slight decrease in the cost, although for many it still remains high. In the reviews, customers praise the company's products for energy efficiency, aesthetic appearance and ease of service. These windows are easy to clean and help maintain their natural color.

Our experts consider the manufacturer to be the best due to the wide variety of windows for cottages. The company offers non-standard shapes for arched or panoramic openings. The windows themselves may contain additional narrow inserts that imitate stained-glass windows. It looks very sophisticated and noble.

Advantages

• there is a large selection of plastic structures for glazing balconies;
• produce plastic doors;
• there is a micro-ventilation function in the shutters;
• easy to clean.

disadvantages

• high price;
• quickly get dirty;
• no perfect white (shades only).

LABRADOR

This plant is located in St. Petersburg and has been operating since 2001. The company has the rights to produce plastic windows from the German Veka profile. The manufacturer is engaged in the manufacture of PVC products and sales directly to the end consumer. The company does not have intermediaries, due to which the cost of goods increases. The company maintains 21 sales offices in its city, where everyone can order even only one window. The manufacturer also has its own installation team, numbering 70 craftsmen. This helps to fulfill all orders on time. The catalog contains plastic products in white and brown "wood-like" colors.

We consider the manufacturer to be the best, since it is one of the few that uses seamless technology for the production of plastic windows. For this, a new assembly line is involved, in which the corners of the plastic frame are butt-welded. This eliminates the need for subsequent milling, and most importantly, there is no deep groove left on the product in the corners, which accumulates dust. In the reviews, the owners share that it is much easier to keep such a surface clean.

Advantages

• there are snow-white and laminated "wood-like" plastic options;
• there are 21 sales offices in St. Petersburg;
• on average, prices are 20% cheaper than the market;
• easier to keep clean.

disadvantages

• the plant is only in St. Petersburg, so it takes a long time to deliver to other cities;
• for the installers, you need to check everything - they make a marriage on the slopes.