The choice of material plays an important role in new windows, doors and sliding doors. Aluminium and PVC-U represent quality and reliability in equal measure. For this reason, the key question is not “Which material is better?”, but rather “Which material is best suited to my home, style and requirements?”
Aluminium is a great choice for elegant designs, large-scale glass surfaces
and a particularly high-quality appearance.
Benefits of aluminium
PVC-U features outstanding thermal insulation, is low maintenance and offers flexible design options. An attractive price/performance ratio rounds off the benefits.
The benefits of PVC-U
Externally, a stylish aluminium shell offers long-term protection against the weather and gives the house a high-quality appearance. Internally, PVC-U ensures optimal thermal insulation and cost-effective efficiency. These systems combine the design benefits of aluminium with the functional strengths of PVC-U.
One part of the windows, doors or sliding doors can be designed using PVC-U, while another can be designed with aluminium. This is particularly useful with very large glass surfaces using aluminium, while simultaneously prioritising energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
When building a house, many people start by thinking about insulation, heating systems or materials. However, sustainable and energy-efficient living starts with choosing the right windows and doors, and opting for durable materials that contain recycled content to reduce your carbon footprint.
Modern, well-insulated windows and doors ensure that the house stays warm in winter and does not unnecessarily heat rooms in summer. This reduces heating and cooling requirements, minimises energy consumption and increases living comfort for many years to come. Today sustainability begins long before the decision is made about a specific window or door. The materials determine how resource-efficient the product is and what carbon footprint it will leave from manufacture through to recycling – in other words, throughout its entire lifetime. This is why recycled materials make an important contribution to maintaining the value of a property in the long term without compromising on quality, stability or design.
Schüco goes another step further and also offers many windows and doors in Ultra Low Carbon (ULC) aluminium. This material is predominantly manufactured using recycled aluminium and significantly reduces the carbon footprint, including during production. Compared to conventional aluminium, this can reduce CO₂ emissions by up to around 72%.* Modern PVC-U profiles also follow this sustainable approach. They are collected, recycled and returned to the material cycle. This is how old windows and doors are turned into new profiles or other PVC-U products. Complete recyclability is evidenced by the VinylPlus® product label, which is the quality seal of the sustainability programme of the European PVC industry.
*These grades are supplied in accordance with the allotment process.
Increasingly, modern windows and doors can be designed using recycled materials. As a result, design, comfort and material quality can be combined with an environmentally friendly approach.
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An aluminium/PVC-U combination is a practical option if you want to bring together a high-quality look, good thermal insulation and cost-effective efficiency. On the outside, aluminium provides a robust, weather-resistant surface and a particularly high-quality appearance. At the same time, PVC-U offers good insulation properties, making it a cost-effective solution. A combination of materials can also be beneficial inside a house, particularly when different areas are to be designed differently. This holds true, for example, when large glass surfaces require particularly slim and sturdy frames, while energy efficiency and budget considerations take precedence in other areas.
The choice of material depends on various factors. The key considerations are the requirements the home needs to meet and the style that suits the house. Aluminium is particularly well suited to large glass surfaces, slim sightlines and a high-quality, modern look. PVC-U stands out above all for its excellent insulation properties, low-maintenance characteristics and attractive price/performance ratio. Both materials offer durable and reliable solutions for residential construction. Therefore, the right choice is not determined by a single principle, but by the interplay of architecture, comfort and budget.
When it comes to windows and doors, sustainability starts first and foremost with durable materials and good energy performance. Aluminium can be recycled almost indefinitely, making it well-suited to a resource-conserving material cycle. PVC-U can also be recycled and reused multiple times without compromising its suitability for residential construction. At the same time, modern windows and doors help to reduce heat loss and lower energy consumption in everyday life. Sustainability therefore stems not only from the material itself, but also from its lifespan, recyclability and contribution to your home’s energy efficiency. It’s important to remember that the use of recycled materials does not mean you need to compromise on quality, stability or appearance.
Yes, you can individually tailor the material, colour and design to your building project. Windows, doors and sliding doors can be combined to suit your needs in terms of form, function, surface finish and technical specifications. This results in a solution that complements your home, your lifestyle and your personal requirements. This is important for both newbuilds and renovations, as design, comfort and technology are often closely interlinked. The Schüco residential adviser provides an initial guide, allowing you to explore different options. Following the configuration in the residential adviser, the next step is a personalised quote from an expert partner company in your area. Click here to go to the residential adviser
