Classic wooden window frames canattributed to materials whose withdrawal from the market is inevitable. They are replaced by more reliable, durable and functional metal-plastic profile systems. Moreover, if in the case of other structures, natural building material can still compete due to its environmental friendliness and the provision of a natural microclimate, then in the case of windows this factor does not save wood. The fact is that manufacturers today produce environmentally friendly and harmless plastic windows.
Customer reviews about the companies listed below will help to understand other qualities of window profiles of different brands, which will make it possible to make an optimal choice in the future.
First you need to figure out what options windowsrepresented in the domestic market. Actually, the model range as a whole is various, but all offers can be divided into three main categories. The first group is to include products from foreign manufacturers, which are supplied from abroad. Further, foreign models can be noted, which are produced by Russian manufacturers of plastic windows. Moscow region in this regard is the main platform for the release of eurowindows. In Nakhabino, Golitsyno, Orekhovo-Zuyevo and other cities, they organized their production companies Veka, Rehau, KBE, which can be attributed to the leaders of the segment.
The third category is less known to the consumer, but it deserves attention. These are windows from Russian companies, which are both manufactured and developed by domestic specialists.
Veka is worth starting a review review,related to German manufacturers. Profiles of this company are issued in Russian cities, among which Novosibirsk and Khabarovsk can be noted. Among the advantages, consumers point out a large selection of profile modifications, which makes it possible to glaze loggias, balconies and living rooms with different requirements for thermal and noise insulation. In particular, the company offers designs with a different number of chambers (up to 6), which improves the performance that plastic windows are endowed with.
Customer reviews about German companiesOrigin is usually positive in terms of reliability, but negative in terms of cost. Veka can be called an exception, since while maintaining a consistently high quality, the manufacturer seeks to keep prices within certain limits, attracting all new buyers.
If you limit the criteria for determining the bestwindow manufacturer only sales, the "Rehau" will undoubtedly receive the championship. This company has been operating in Russia since 2002, producing its products in the city of Gzhel. During this time, the domestic consumer has managed not only to be fascinated by the rather aggressive advertising of the brand, but also to make sure that the manufacturers are in good faith. In the perception of the average user, Rehau plastic windows are the benchmark for quality, functionality and reliability. Indeed, the manufacturer not only strives to maintain the high level of product performance set many years ago, but also introduces unique technological ideas. Many of the developments in construction and fittings that are used today in PVC windows everywhere were once introduced by Rehau.
Among the disadvantages that customers note, it is worth noting only the high cost - however, the characteristics of the German window systems fully justify these investments.
If Rehau can claim statusleader in terms of sales, the manufacturer KBE is one of the oldest brands that represent the German PVC windows in Russia. Users note the build quality, immaculate thermal insulation and reliability of fittings, which are supplied with the design of "KBE". Voskresensk and Khabarovsk are the main sites for the manufacture of windows of this brand in our country. It is important to note that the profiles released in Germany are absolutely consistent with their Russian counterparts. This similarity has been confirmed more than once by tests and tests, including from the Rosstroy organization.
Потребители же ценят такие окна в первую очередь for operational performance. In particular, KBE provides its products with high sealing, frost resistance, and also introduces a unique gray seal into the design, which, according to the owners, not only performs its direct function, but also visually expands the space of the room.
This brand does not apply to sales leaders.PVC windows, however, in their quality is not inferior to advanced brands. We can say that Salamander is an underestimated brand, under which there are quite good and affordable systems. Consumers praise Salamander's plastic windows for using quality plastic, as well as near-perfect surfaces.
In addition, you can see the weld in placesthe joint, which is not only almost invisible, but also inside provides a reliable connection of structural elements. Also, the manufacturer does not save on fittings, using first-class components and accessories. These elements lay the foundation of the window construction, extending its operational life.
South Korean manufacturer of window systems LGChem is little known to the domestic consumer, however, small factories apply the standards of such companies in order to reduce the cost of production. For example, LG Chem technologies are used by manufacturers of plastic windows in Nizhny Novgorod, at the output offering quite acceptable quality designs. The owners of such windows positively characterize their design, noting beadings with a rounded shape and original external bevels of the frames. Not much LG windows lose to German giants in terms of thermal insulation. According to consumers, several factors contribute to high rates.
First of all, this is definitely multi-chamber.system comprising up to 5 compartments. Next, I must say that LG Chem is one of the few manufacturers that has its own unique development in the manufacture of an extruder. Therefore, despite the overall budget of windows of this brand, the plastic used in them has very decent performance characteristics for thermal insulation.
The company "Funke" can be put on a par withthe largest European manufacturers of windows, although even some low-end brands bypass it. Anyway, many people love the company for a number of special characteristics. The main among them is the use of accessories from the company "Zigeniya". It is thanks to her, users note the reliability of the mechanisms of the window construction, as well as its ergonomics.
At the same time, the plastic manufacturing companywindows funke regularly introduces new technologies. One of the latest projects was the release of drainage flexible pipes made of rigid polyvinyl chloride. In this case, as an additional filter, experts plan to use elements with coconut palm fibers.
Under the brand Proplex out window systemsRussian-made, but based on Austrian developments. The owners of such structures note that they are able to compete with the best German profiles in terms of thermal insulation. For example, Proplex plastic windows maintain a favorable microclimate at a temperature of - 30 ºC. Otherwise, there is no need to impose special requirements on products, as this is still a brand close to the budget class. However, the average noise insulation and stable operation of accessories such systems will provide. Again, if we proceed from the comparison of price and quality, then this option may be the best of all models of the domestic spectrum.
Bryansk manufacturer Brusbox releaseswindow systems, originally designed for the Russian climatic conditions. Despite the modest potential of the technological and production base, the company manages to offer customers a wide range. Unfortunately, the quality of the owners of these windows are not the best opinions. Among the disadvantages are the yellowing of the frames and the deformation - these are the processes that many plastic windows are exposed to over time. Customer testimonials about Russian firms often highlight similar flaws, but the popularity of these products does not diminish because the low price smoothes them out.
Window profiles from the company "Narodny Plastic",Perhaps, it is possible to name the most popular among domestic offers. During operation, the owners do not detect serious flaws. They note that the structures are a reliable barrier in the way of the cold, do a good job with sound insulation and look quite presentable. Perhaps the secret of Novotex is that the best manufacturers of plastic windows in Europe, including Veka and Rekhau, served as an example for its developers.
But it is especially pleasant, that it is necessary to pay not so high price. These are inexpensive models to which owners of wooden windows usually go.
It is difficult for companies to assign specific placesrelative to each other, since the assessment of certain qualities is very subjective. However, if we approach the characteristics of window profiles from different brands in terms of the combination of positive and negative, then the rating may be as follows.
The first position is deservedly taken by Veka, which provides excellent quality at an affordable price.
The second place is shared by plastic windows Rehau and KBE. In terms of quality, they are also impeccable, but the high price does not allow them to rise higher.
The third position is to be placedundervalued companies Salamander and Funke. While they have some gaps in certain areas of production, but good faith and their own know-how make hope for their continued success.
The company LG Chem takes the fourth position as the most extraordinary in the approaches to manufacturing, but at the same time producing high-quality plastic.
Russian manufacturers Brusbox and Novoteks make window systems of average quality. They cannot compete with the leaders of this list, although their offer is much more attractive in terms of value.
Proplex is one of many Russian manufacturers who, although they managed to gain a certain popularity, have not yet been able to confirm it with the quality of their products.
Cost as a criterion for choosing one or anotherProfile was mentioned more than once. And for many consumers, unfortunately, financial opportunities become a constraint when selecting a window system. The initial segment is represented by elementary single-door structures with a single-chamber double-glazed window - this package is more often offered by low-cost companies of plastic windows.
Цены в этом случае варьируются от 3 до 5 тысяч rubles. Having added 2-3 thousand to this sum, you can already count on a double-wing window with one turning part. The most expensive equipment has a swing-out flaps. This option from a little-known company can cost 7-8 thousand. However, if you choose from the range of firms at the level of "Century" or "KBE", it is unlikely that you will be able to meet even 10,000 rubles.
Manufacturing technology PVC systems constantlyThey are improving, as evidenced by the complication of complete sets, the mechanisms of the operation of profiles and fittings with which plastic windows are supplied. Customer feedback on profile manufacturing firms largely reflects new ideas. For example, consumers highly appreciated the concept of multi-chamber models, tilt-and-turn mechanisms, and connoisseurs of beautiful facades pay tribute to companies performing multi-colored lamination.
As practice shows, the developers whothey themselves form the market, moving the technological progress forward, and the basic quality at a high level. This is confirmed by both German companies and the little-known firm LG Chem, which was able to achieve certain indicators on the market only through a unique approach to the manufacture of plastic.
