When choosing a profile for a double-glazed window, every detail is important. It would seem that all plastic windows are the same. However, in fact, it turns out that the service life of approximately the same products is different, and the quality characteristics of some often leave much to be desired. Therefore, it is necessary to approach the choice of a profile with all responsibility.

Structure

The PVC profile is a plastic frame for a glass unit. Despite the apparent simplicity, this design is not simple. In the cross-section of the profile, many air chambers are visible. Due to them, the preservation of heat is ensured. The more of them, the better the level of thermal protection.

For rigidity and reliability, a metal frame is inserted into the base of the profile. This process in production is called reinforcement. Due to the reinforcement, the profile becomes stronger, the possibility of its deformation and resistance to structural changes under the influence of negative environmental factors (for example, rain, gusty wind and frost) is excluded. The profile material is polyvinyl chloride.

Regardless of the type of profile, metal strips inside it are an important factor that must be considered when ordering. It is because of them that the profile is called metal-plastic

Longitudinal chambers in frame structures are not only responsible for keeping warm. They are frame reinforcements. The outer sections drain off condensation that can occur inside the cavities due to the temperature difference between the room and the outside.

At the bottom of the structure, they are connected to the atmosphere. Due to this, drops, when they appear, flow down into the street. The presence of such holes does not in any way affect the level of heat in the room: the heat in the room does not decrease. Outwardly, such elements do not spoil the aesthetic appearance of the windows, since in most cases they are closed with plugs or are simply not visible against the background of the entire structure. The presence of these holes indicates a high-quality window. It will be more durable than a modification without them.

Peculiarities

Plastic profile (PVC) is the basis of windows. The reliability and durability of the entire structure depends on him. Sashes and fittings are made of this material, a double-glazed window is installed in it. The main characteristics of the window structure depend on it, including the level of sound insulation, as well as tightness. It also affects the retention of heat in the room.

The metal-plastic profile is a sash and a frame with a different number of chambers (up to 8). The most popular products among buyers are options for 2-3 compartments. The main factor in the technical characteristics is the size of the windows. So, varieties of the panoramic type are characterized by lower noise and heat insulation properties in comparison with their smaller counterparts.

Due to the increase in heat retention in such structures during installation, it is necessary to resort to polyurethane foam when filling the chambers. In addition, structures can have a fiberglass coating with stiffening ribs. One of the important characteristics during installation are the floor thickness and the installation width. It is they who are responsible for the rigidity of the profile structure and the reliability of the doors themselves.

The modern plastic profile for windows differs from analogs in the period of its appearance. Today, its quality characteristics are quite high, as are the decorative possibilities. Technological and functional frames have long replaced wood counterparts, making the glazing reliable and ergonomic. Unlike wood, PVC does not shrink. Such windows will not deform during operation.

PVC windows can be installed in various types of buildings. They can replace wooden frames in houses that have already completed their active shrinkage phase. At the same time, residents will be protected not only from cold and noise, but also from dust. Usually, such structures stretch any, even boring room design and look harmoniously in the architectural context of buildings of different types. The ability of plastic to imitate any texture makes it possible to use such frames in any design style.

The surface of the profile can be matte, glossy and even three-dimensional. Color solutions of such products are varied today and can satisfy every taste. For example, you can select a profile for expensive types of wood (wenge), show an imitation of aged wood.

When more luxurious solutions are needed, they choose plastic under the stone and even the skin of reptiles. The pattern depends on the preferences of the client: trade marks today are often ready to fulfill an individual order of the buyer.

Specifications

Among the main characteristics of such a profile are:

• resistance to oxidation, high temperature;
• resistance to moisture and water;
• safety for the health of households;
• aesthetic appeal;
• low coefficient of thermal conductivity;
• variability of the forms of structures;
• fitting into any historical design of architecture;
• varying degrees of complexity of structures and mechanisms of operation of windows;
• rich color palette.

In care, such a profile is simpler than its wood counterpart. It does not need to be covered with stain or other paint over time. To clean the surface, in most cases it is sufficient to use a damp cloth or semi-dry sponge. However, in the event of significant mechanical damage, scratches may form on it, which cannot be hidden in any way. This is the main disadvantage of such designs.

Variants with a different number of cameras differ in operational characteristics. For this reason, their choice is often based on the climatic conditions of the region. If winters are cold and windy in it, they try to choose cameras with a large number of compartments. At the same time, preference is given to the greater thickness of the glass unit.

The profile itself is environmentally friendly. It is far from the harmful plastic that was produced in production before. Such a frame with sashes will not emit toxic substances during the operation of the window. When choosing, it is important to pay attention to the number of cameras. If the glazing is cold, there should be at least 3. Such profiles can be used for balconies, loggias and technical premises. When it is planned to glaze the heated buildings (school, house, apartment, restaurant), the number of required cameras increases to 5.

Views

In addition to polyvinyl chloride, aluminum or steel is used in the construction of PVC profiles for windows. Metal is used in horizontal and vertical elements ... The production of profiles is subject to the requirements of GOST 30673-99 in our country and EN 12608 SR in European countries.

The profile of the first group is the best option and is intended for residential buildings. It is characterized by a thickness of the outer walls of the order of 2.8 mm and more, of the inner walls - from 2.5 mm. This variety is more resistant to accidental mechanical damage. The analogue of category "B" is distinguished by a smaller wall thickness.

The inner walls are 2 mm thick, while the outer ones are 1/3 mm thinner. It seems to be a little, but that is why such options are less resistant to mechanical stress. They can be used for both heated and unheated premises. Profile marked "C" is characterized by lower thickness values ​​of both walls. In the language of specialists, it is called object.

Unlike the two previous options, it does not have a standardized thickness (it is clearly less than categories "A" and "B"). The disadvantage is the design itself of this type: it does not have opening doors. The solidity of such windows makes them less demanded by buyers. These varieties are used in unheated rooms.

In fact, all existing varieties of plastic profiles for windows can be divided into 3 types:

• economy;
• standard;
• suite.

Window plastic profile can be main and additional. Today you can buy a profile on store shelves:

• connective;
• stand;
• reinforcing;
• expansive;
• U- and F-shaped.

These are tubular structures with blocks inside, from which the window frame is folded. Cameras come in different shapes and sizes. Some of them are not connected either with each other or with the external environment. They are sealed, while others are used for ventilation. Depending on the size, air filling and the number of chambers, such profiles have different purposes. Some of them are used for technical premises, others can be used for residential buildings.

The L-shaped view is characterized by the strengthening of the two walls of the profile. The U-shaped type is a three-wall reinforcement. When closed, all parts are hardened. In this case, the choice of profile depends, among other things, on the number of glasses in the structure. Framed cameras directly depend on this.

Varieties differ in the degree of frost resistance. Thus, the frost-resistant versions marked "M" are designed for temperatures up to -50 degrees C (control load). Analogs of normal performance are suitable for regions with subzero temperatures down to -20-40 degrees C. The difference depends on the type of base material used.

Dimensions (edit)

Profile parameters are determined by its width and thickness. In this regard, manufacturers try to adhere to standard values. A common frame version can have dimensions of 58x63x43 mm. In this case, the dimensions of the sash are 58x77x57 mm, the impost - 58x87x47 mm.

When the profile contains 6 chambers, its thickness can be 85-90 mm. At 70mm it usually has up to 5 chambers. In the first case, the profile is thick and not suitable for every window opening. 70mm is considered the best option if you need up to 5 cameras.

The thickness of the front wall of class "A" is on average 3 mm. For analogs of category "B" this indicator is reduced by half a millimeter. The non-front side of classes "A" and "B" is thinner by 0.5 mm each from the values ​​of the front wall. In category "C" manufacturers do not indicate data. The mounting width of the profile in some versions can be 104, 110 and 130 mm.

How to choose?

In the modern market for such materials, PVC profiles are presented in a wide range. It is not difficult for the buyer to get confused. However, it is quite possible to make the right choice without being a specialist in the field of construction and installation. To begin with, you should pay attention to the material itself. The appearance of plastic can tell a lot about its quality.

When there is no decorative laminated film on the profile (imitation of the desired texture), one careful glance is enough. High-quality material has a solid structure. There should be no roughness or irregularities in it. Any stains, uneven staining are excluded. Noticeable graininess will indicate a counterfeit product.

You cannot buy such a PVC profile. Usually such samples can be found in fly-by-night firms. Such companies offer the installation of windows from their own material. It is made from cheap and harmful raw materials. Therefore, one cannot expect any quality characteristics from such a profile.

Yes, and you need to know about the manufacturer before buying components. To do this, you can find out more about the company's reputation based on reviews.

It is important to understand that the profiles have some differences among themselves. They are cut on special machines for certain sizes of structures. This applies not only to the sashes, but also to the uprights and cross members. Therefore, when buying, you need to purchase the entire set from one brand. Otherwise, you can not count on the flawless joining of elements, whether it is a connection by special welding or mechanical hardware.

Cameras

Before buying, it is important to inquire about the number of cameras. Usually high-quality products of famous brands have more than 5. This is enough, while 7 cavities will be a surplus. In this case, we must not forget that not the number of chambers, but the thickness of the walls is more important. After all, it is they who will be responsible for the heat level to a greater extent.

In addition to options with air chambers, today on the market you can find a PVC profile in which the voids are filled not with air, but with a heat insulator. This is mainly a material based on foam (expanded polystyrene) or fiberglass. Such a profile has appeared on the market relatively recently.

However, experts believe that it is more efficient in terms of keeping warm. The disadvantage is the cost of modification, which is significantly higher than traditional options.

Width

Since the choice of profile involves a comprehensive analysis, it is worth paying attention to the width of the PVC profile. It is often called assembly depth in the language of specialists. In a standard profile, its indicator usually varies in the range of 50-80 mm. The number of cameras inside the element depends on it. Usually, with a smaller width, the structure has no more than 3 cavities. When the width exceeds 70 mm, their number increases from 4 to 5.

However, it cannot be assumed that the wider the profile, the more cameras it contains. This is far from always true, because depending on the design features, the profile can be wide (for example, up to 9 cm), but with a minimum number of cavities. Such options may differ in excellent thermal insulation characteristics, since the air supply and the dimensions of the cavities themselves are important in this case.

In some cases, the installation depth can be 10 cm. Such options overlap the window opening, therefore, they often do not need to install external slopes. Their distinctive feature is the trapezoidal section shape. These windows are called "Dutch", "Danish". They are certainly better than their usual counterparts, although their installation is far from affordable for everyone.

Seat

It is impossible to buy a plastic profile without knowing the depth of the insulating glass unit. It is this factor that is responsible for the type of glass unit, its quality, as well as heat-shielding properties. A good profile frame is a structure where the glass sheet is at least 1.5 cm from the front cut, overlapping with the profile fold.

If you plan to mount the frame to a depth of 5-7 cm, the seat for glass installation should be 1.8 cm. Few people pay attention to this aspect when buying a profile. However, if you ignore it and rely solely on the width of the profile and the number of cavities in it, you can not be surprised in the future that the glass unit fogs up or freezes.

In addition, there are 4 factors worth paying attention to:

• Linear expansion. It should be minimal so that voids do not form during installation. The higher it is, the smaller the size of the window frame.
• Elasticity coefficient. The presence of steel is a mandatory criterion for choosing a profile. In this case, the thickness of the inner walls (stiffeners) is important.
• Resistance to temperature drop and UV rays. The composition of polyvinyl chloride should contain stabilizers to maintain inertness to loss of color and structure.
• Sealant. From thermoplastic, thermopolymer, silicone and rubber products made of silicone should be preferred. It is resistant to abrasion, inert to temperature changes.

Each profile is supplied with a certificate. It indicates data on the type of product and the place of its production.

Decor

White frames are considered old-fashioned today. It is replaced by profiles with laminated film that can imitate any texture. These can be neutral options (gray, black), as well as wood tones. Of course, such a solution for a window structure will cost more, but by paying 15-20% more, the buyer can equip his home, taking into account the choice of a specific design.

If the choice is made in favor of a colored frame, the shade is selected taking into account the interior and exterior. The frame should look beautiful on the outside and inside. You can build on the color of the existing furniture, doors. A color profile may have a related hue, but different color temperatures are undesirable. However, the choice of a color profile has its own nuances.

Light tones will not heat up in the sun like, say, dark rocky or woody browns. This means that when choosing a colored profile, the presence of metal in the frame is mandatory regardless of the size and shape of the frame. In addition to lamination, manufacturers paint the PVC profile with acrylic spraying, supplement it with metal or wood overlays. A decorative technique is the very shape of the elements, which today is more streamlined and may have a complex relief.

Today you can order a plastic window profile for oak, alder, fir, mahogany, malachite, marble. For a more creative design, the shade palette includes yellow, turquoise, blue and wine shades. Thanks to lamination, you can decorate the frames with a film with an aging effect. Optionally, you can choose coatings with a three-dimensional effect, creating a sense of volume and relief.

Manufacturers and reviews

Today, many companies are ready to offer the buyer a PVC profile for windows. The rating of highly rated professional craftsmen includes several companies:

• Rehau;
• Veka;
• Proplex.

Their products are of high quality and comply with the established European standards. Such frames do not cause complaints from professional craftsmen, they are easy to install and do not deform during operation. According to customer reviews, these products are characterized by high cost. However, the product is worth it, since the profiles of these brands are durable, resistant to mechanical stress and do not deteriorate over time.

Rehau

German profile manufacturer with a wide range of products. The brand focuses on all strata of society, producing economy class products, standard and luxury. The options are designed for different climatic conditions. The number of chambers in a profile varies from 3 to 6. At the same time, the installation depth ranges from 6 to 8.5 cm. Products are characterized by a high level of noise and heat insulation. Gray seals are suitable for them.

Veka

Profile of Russian production, produced according to German technology. Complies with class "A", intended for use in any regions of Russia with different climatic backgrounds. Today it is presented in 8 different types with different installation depths (58-90 mm). The number of air chambers inside the profile is from 3 to 6. Equipped with a durable metal frame, it looks stylish, beautiful and modern.

KBE

This profile is distinguished by the best quality indicators and technical characteristics in comparison with analogues of other brands. The products have a long-lasting white color that does not fade in the sun and for a long time. The profile is represented by three options: "Etalon", "Expert", "Expert +".

These are "A" class products with a service life of about 40 years. There can be 3 or 5 chambers in the frame and shutters, 3-4 in the impost. Such products can be installed in rooms with a critical temperature of the region (up to -60).

Depending on the model, the profile can have additional horizontal bridges, which ensures reliable fastening of the rivers and loops.

Proplex

The domestic manufacturer offers customers a profile created using Austrian technology. The Podolsk plant produces varieties with three and five air chambers with a system width of 5.8 and 7 cm. The width of a glass unit, depending on the profile model, can be 4-34 and 12-42 mm. The approximate service life of the product is about 60 years. The profile resistance during heat transfer is 0.78 and 0.81 m2C / W. The designs are distinguished by their whiteness and impact strength.

The rating lists the best manufacturers whose products have been tested by installers. In addition to the main companies, we can highlight the products of the Mont Blanc, Trocal and Salamander brands. Quite good products can be purchased from Aluplast, Funke, Artek. If there is no brand profile from the rating in the assortment, you can pay attention to these options.

If the choice seems to be a difficult task, you can consult with the seller, in advance, noting the necessary questions for yourself. For example, if the buyer lives in the southern region, there is no need to order a six- and seven-chamber profile. In this case, an analogue for 3 cameras will be enough.

For effective protection from the cold, a resident of a high-rise building must not install a product with more than 4 cameras. In your home, a five-chamber structure is enough. However, it is worth starting from the reliability of the foundation, since the weight of the glass unit will be tangible.

So that the window does not deform over time, before buying it is worth clarifying the presence of a profile to strengthen the frame. In its absence, the window will not close well over time. In addition, its tightness will suffer. In addition, you need to understand that there is no such thing as a cheap profile. In an attempt to save money, you can lose on quality. And this will be reflected in a reduction in the service life of the window.

When buying a profile, you need to pay attention to how exactly the frame is compacted. To avoid the accumulation of condensation, there should be 2 seals at the bottom of the frame of the seals. If at least 1 of them is missing, mold will appear on the profile over time. In this case, the material of the seal itself is also important, which is reflected in its quality characteristics.

For installation, they often buy varieties with a width of 58 mm. This option is relevant for apartments in high-rise buildings and is present in every line of brands. Larger widths are considered premium items. They are more durable, reliable and differ in noise and thermal insulation capabilities compared to the first analogues. However, it is far from always possible to install such structures in high-rise buildings from the point of view of their load on the load-bearing floors.

Finally, it is worth noting an equally important nuance: the manufacturer and installer may be different companies. So that in the future they do not throw off responsibility for a poor-quality window on top of each other, it is important to initially select the material correctly. You need to go through each paragraph of the article and note what is appropriate in a particular case. In addition, you will have to study the installer rating in order for the profile to be installed as expected.

In order not to run into a fake of a promoted brand, you should go to the manufacturer's website and ask about the address of a particular store. Information about official suppliers will allow you to understand whether a brand profile is actually being sold in a store in your city. If the site administration gives an affirmative answer, you can buy products. When buying a color version of a profile, it is important to look at each element for different shades: the window should look monolithic.

Anton Tsugunov

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By purchasing plastic windows, we count on their long and trouble-free operation. I want to avoid unpleasant surprises in the form of skewed frames or cracks in them after several months or years. A well-chosen profile for plastic windows is a guarantee of the strength and durability of the entire structure. What types of profile are there, how to choose the right one and what to look for?

Types of profiles for plastic windows

GOST 30673-99 specifies the classification of the profile according to its design features.

By class (by wall thickness)

According to the thickness of the outer and inner walls, the profiles are divided into the following classes:

• A - the thickness of the outer walls is from 2.8 mm, the inner walls are from 2.5. The best indicators of strength and thermal insulation among all types.
• B - outer walls from 2.5, inner walls from 2.0. Compared to class A, they retain heat worse, they are more susceptible to deformation.
• C - all profiles that do not fit the parameters of classes A and B. There are no strict requirements for them. It is undesirable to use this type for window frames in apartments.

In non-residential industrial premises, frames are often installed from the so-called object profile. It is thin, does not retain heat well, is easily deformed and therefore not suitable for an apartment. It happens that unscrupulous companies offer cheap windows made of such material. The “objekt” marking on the protective film will help to recognize the deception. On other grounds, it is problematic to identify a fake at first glance.

By width

The profile has different widths:

• 58 mm - the most common, most often placed in apartments and houses.
• 70 mm - profile width for windows in high-rise buildings or buildings located in cold climatic zones.
• 90 mm - premium class with the best characteristics of sound insulation and insulation. Piece products, which are not in the assortment of most companies that are engaged in the installation of plastic windows.

By the number of cameras

The number of air chambers in it depends on the thickness of the profile:

• The 58mm has a maximum of three cameras.
• In a product with a thickness of 70 mm, there can be from three to five of them.
• With a width of 90 mm, the norm is six chambers.

The more internal chambers, the higher the thermal insulation and noise reduction performance. But in reality, the difference between frames, for example with a 3- or 4-chamber profile, is negligible.

The corporate profile is uniform in structure and color. Look for the factory markings on the inside to verify its authenticity. In addition to the name of the company, there should be numbers indicating the shift number, date of manufacture and other data related to production.

A few words about double-glazed windows

An important aspect is the number of chambers between glass panes in a glass unit. Do not confuse them with profile cameras.

• For glazing unheated rooms (balconies, summer terraces), single-chamber double-glazed windows are used.
• For living rooms, a double package is optimal - three panes separated by two air chambers.
• In conditions of cold winters, three-chamber structures are used. They have the best indicators of thermal insulation, but they let in less sunlight, and they weigh more. It makes sense to install such windows in the northern regions.

Read about all the intricacies of choosing the elements of a plastic window - profile, double-glazed windows, seals, accessories.

In Russian climatic conditions, where there are significant temperature differences between summer and winter, only reinforced frames are used.

Structurally, the reinforcing profile is a contour of galvanized stainless steel. Two types of contours are produced:

• Closed, or O-shaped.
• Open, U- or G-shaped.

There are several important points to note:

• O-shaped reinforcement is sometimes referred to as "warm" by manufacturers. However, this is not the case: the thermal conductivity of metal is higher than that of plastic. Therefore, the more it is in the frame, the worse it will retain heat.
• The O-shaped reinforcement is called closed, but to compensate for the temperature change in the dimensions of the metal in the contour, a technological gap is necessarily made.
• A closed-loop frame is stronger, and an open-loop frame is lighter and warmer.

According to GOST, the thickness of the walls of the reinforcing profile must be at least 1.2 mm for standard systems and at least 1.5 mm for non-ferrous and frost-resistant structures (painted plastic heats up more).

Connecting profile

Designed for joining individual frames that make up a single glazing structure, which are attached at a certain angle. It is needed if you need to glaze a complex broken structure with large-area windows: a winter garden, a loggia or a partition.

Depending on the required arrangement of the connected elements, the types of the connecting profile are distinguished:

• With a joint angle of 0˚.
• With docking at right angles - 90˚.
• Variable swivel, or simply swivel.
• Firms that produce docking elements unify them with the products of well-known companies (KBE, Rehau, Veka), so choosing the right profile for the frame is not difficult.

Additional (expansion) profile

It is used to increase the size of the window frame when the thickness of its plastic part is not enough, taking into account the insulation or decoration of the walls or ceiling. Most often, such an element is used for glazing balconies and loggias.

Important! It is strongly not recommended to use the expansion profile only to fit the frame to the dimensions of the window opening. No matter how competently the additional element was selected and installed, in terms of thermal conductivity and strength, such a structure will still yield to a monolithic frame.

Additional profiles are available in widths from 2 to 10 cm. The grooves in them are arranged in such a way that parts can be combined to obtain the desired height: simply insert one into the other. For example, to expand the frame by 8 cm, two extensions with a thickness of 4 cm are used. The standard length of the element is 6 meters.

For the insulated balcony, a complement is selected that is identical in quality to the main frame, including those with the same reinforcement. Without it, the window block will not have the necessary rigidity.

Support (installation) profile

A detail that is often overlooked when installing plastic windows. If a spacer profile is included in the scope of delivery, it is usually already attached to the frame. Its functions:

• Protects the frame from damage during transport.
• Strengthens the structure and prevents it from freezing in the lower part, where the window block adjoins the wall.
• Provides reliable fastening of the window sill and ebb.

Stand dimensions:

• The standard length is 6 meters.
• Width - from 2 to 4 cm.
• Height - from 2 to 3 cm.

Read more about the selection and installation of a stand profile.

Starting profile for the slopes of plastic windows

It is necessary for attaching to the base and joining them together. This is a kind of plastic bracket that is mounted at the attachment points.

The variety of their types is due to the way the panels are installed. The types of the start profile got their names from the Latin letters, which are similar to their sections:

• I-variety. Fits in any position so that the long center flange is perpendicular to the surface on which the slope is being mounted. The plastic panels are attached to the short flange of the profile.
• The F version has two short flanges and one long flange. Serves not only for fastening the panels of the slopes, but also covers the joint. With him there is no need for a decorative corner.

• The L-profile is the most versatile and popular. Installed perpendicular to the plane of the window, with a wide shelf against the wall. A narrow transverse part adjoins the window frame, and a strip parallel to the opening masks the joint between the frame and the slope.

• The U-type is very similar to the previous one, but it has two wide flanges, which allows the element to cover a wider seam.

These starting elements are attached to self-tapping screws or glue. With their help, it is easy to mount plastic slopes without a complicated procedure for leveling the window opening with plaster.

Color profile

Many people do not like the usual white plastic windows precisely because of their design of the same type. However, there has long been a way out of this situation: colored plastic windows. Technologies make it possible to obtain a profile of any color, but shades of brown enjoy the greatest success: this is how different types of wood are imitated.

Products of the desired color are obtained in several ways:

• Lamination in bulk - the color is given at the manufacturing stage, and a protective film is applied to the surface of the element to protect it from sunlight. The cost of such a window is from 14 to 21 thousand rubles.

• Film lamination - the white profile is covered with a multi-layer durable film that imitates expensive wood species. The film can also be applied to the ends of frames, as well as to fittings, such as hinges. It is cheaper than the previous option: from 9 to 17 thousand rubles. outside the window.

• Painting with acrylic paints. The most budgetary way: from 7 to 18 thousand rubles.

• Application of colored plexiglass melt using an extruder. From 15 to 20 thousand rubles.

Manufacturers of profiles for PVC windows: rating

The variety of window profiles makes the selection task difficult. On the one hand, I want the quality assurance provided by well-known manufacturers. On the other hand, it is undesirable to overpay for the brand's popularity.

All brands, with the exception of Salamander, are manufactured in Russia according to Western standards and on imported equipment. Therefore, the quality of products of the same brand, produced at different factories, may differ slightly.

• Veka. A German company, profile systems are produced at factories in the Moscow region, Novosibirsk and Khabarovsk. There is an ISO 9001 certificate, the products are awarded the German RAL quality mark. The buyer can choose from 6 types of profiles with 3, 4, 5 and 6 chambers with a width of 58–90 mm.

• Rehau. A company from Germany, has been producing a profile in Russia since 2002 at a certified plant in the city of Gzhel. The leader in terms of the number of products produced per year, it offers 7 models with 3, 5 and 6 chambers and mounting widths of 60, 70 and 86 mm.

• KBE. German company with factories in Voskresensk and Khabarovsk. 7 modifications of profile systems, there are 3-, 4-, 5- and 6-chamber options, width - 58, 70, 88 and 127 mm. At the same quality level, KBE frames will cost about a quarter less than Veka and Rehau products. The best window assembly companies are issued by the manufacturer with an Official Partner Certificate.

• MONTBLANC. The manufacturer is an international company with 4 factories in the CIS. Produces 7 models from 58 to 120 mm in width with 3, 4, 5 and 6 chambers.

• Salamander. The entire profile is produced only in Germany, therefore it is more expensive than competitors with Russian factories. It has an attractive design, there are 3 types of profile systems with a width of 60 and 76 mm.

• Grain. Domestic manufacturer with a plant in Ufa. The line includes 6 types of profiles with a width of 58 and 70 mm with 3 and 5 chambers. The most famous models are Vector70 and Vector58.
• Exprof. A large Russian company that manufactures a profile adapted to the conditions of Siberia using German and Austrian equipment. It offers 9 types of profile systems: 2-chamber for balconies and 4-, 5- and 6-chamber 70, 101 and 118 mm wide. 4 types have a built-in ventilation system.
• Proplex. Russian company with a full production cycle from profile manufacturing to final assembly. The structures were designed jointly with Austrian developers. The line includes 6 models with 3, 4 and 5 chambers 58–127 mm wide.
• Deceuninck. The Belgian concern with a factory in the Moscow region produces 5 types of profile, 3-, 5- and 6-chamber 60-84 mm wide.
• Kaleva. Moscow profile manufacturer and window assembler rolled into one. Offers 2 classic models and 3 designer models with the same 70 mm mounting width and 4–6 chambers.
• Wintech. A Turkish company that makes profiles and fittings for them on German equipment has a certificate of conformity. The line includes 6 models with a width of 50–80 mm and the number of chambers from 3 to 6.

When choosing, beware of fakes and purchase only from trusted sellers. A high-quality profile is the key to the reliability of a plastic window.

The market for plastic windows in Russia is not transparent. But we have summarized the information received from the Internet and telephone surveys and present the user with a rating of the brands of plastic windows available to the Russian buyer. It was based on such parameters as market preferences of consumers in Russia, popularity among Internet users (by the number of queries in search engines) and expert assessments.

Brief characteristics of brands

German profile Rehau

1. The confident leader of the Russian market of plastic windows is the German one. It was founded in 1948 and has 15 thousand employees. The first representative office in Russia was opened in 1995, since 2002. - own production in the territory of the Russian Federation. He has been holding the leadership in the Russian market for 6 years.

It presents 6 window profiles of a wide variety of characteristics - both quite budgetary at prices and elite class. The number of cameras is from 3 to 6, there is an option specifically for the conditions of the Russian North. Positioned as a supplier of environmentally friendly products. The number of queries in the Google search engine is 2.39 million.

You can learn about the principles of choosing PVC windows in the expert review ""
In order for the window to be convenient in use, the choice of fittings is no less important than the choice of profile. How to decide on this question, which one? - also read on our website.
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Windows with Veka profile

2. In second place -. Also of Germanic origin. The company was founded in 1969. On the Russian market it is represented by 9 types of profiles, including the unique five-chamber windows with an assembly width of 104 mm TOPLINE PLUS.

It has two factories in Russia. The number of queries on the Google search engine is 402 thousand.

German profile KBE

3. belongs to the German concern Profine. On the Russian market, it is represented by five modifications: from the quite budgetary "Engine" to the elite "Select". Energy-saving spraying and argon filling of chambers are used. PHOTO 4 "Windows KBE"

In terms of price, KBE windows are slightly (by 10-15%) inferior to Rehau, but the brand is also positioned as a symbol of environmentally friendly products. The number of queries on the Google search engine is 328 thousand.

4. " Samara window structures"- a domestic brand. Better known as "" - 2.15 million queries in the Google search engine. It is represented by profiles of three series - SOK 3, SOK 4 and SOK 5 and their varieties. The number in the designation indicates the number of chambers in double-glazed windows. The windows comply with Russian and European standards.

Windows with German profile Salamander

5. Another German company - - is present on the Russian market with three modifications of window profiles: 2 D, 3 D and Streamline. The last profile has a rounded sash and frame.

The number of queries on Google - 177 thousand. Nothing special, except for the traditionally high German quality, does not distinguish the company's products.

Deceuninck is another German brand of window profiles on the domestic market

6. The company owes its meteoric rise in the market of plastic windows to the purchase in 2002. production facilities of "Thyssen Polymer". On the Russian market there are 5 types of window profiles with up to 3 to 6 chambers. The product line also includes products intended for elite consumption.

Google for the appeal "Plastic windows Deceuninck" issues only 63.8 thousand requests.

Windows with German Shuco profile

7. The peculiarity of the company, which occupies the 7th place in the rating, is that all its production is concentrated in Germany. In this connection, the products of this brand are recommended as the highest quality product. It supplies the market with profiles of three series with installation depths of 60 mm, 70 mm and 82 mm (three-chamber and five-chamber double-glazed windows). Seven-chamber models of this brand are also known. All products in Russia are considered at a reasonable price or elite, or close to that.

The Google search engine gives 74.2 thousand requests for appeal about this brand.

Plastic windows with the "Montblanc" profile

8. The second Russian brand in the market of plastic windows - - takes the VIII place in the rating. Although the production is based on German equipment, the factories are located in Russia - in Elektrostal and Khabarovsk (as well as in Belarus - in Mogilev). On the market since 2001. It is represented in six modifications of profiles: three three-chambered, two five-chambered and one six-chambered. The quality meets European standards. Rather, the company's products are classified as economic class. The number of queries in Google - 85.9 thousand

Plastic windows with Aluplast profile

9. The company is represented on the Russian market by six modifications of windows with the number of cameras from 3 to 6. It is positioned as a supplier of windows with increased burglary resistance. A subsidiary of the company operates in Russia. The Google search engine gives 94.2 thousand queries to enter this brand into the search line.

Gealan profile for plastic windows

10. Closes the top ten of our rating. The company was founded in 1992 and is positioned as a supplier of smart windows, the design of which facilitates their installation and operation. It is represented on the market by ten profiles with the number of chambers in glass packs from 3 to 6. Google gives 93 thousand queries to enter this brand in the search bar. 11. In 2013, the Korean company was ousted by European manufacturers from the top ten suppliers of plastic windows to the Russian market, but it continues to maintain a strong position. It is presented in three profiles - with the number of cameras 3, 5 and 6. The production of windows is located in China, but the promotion of the brand is well promoted by the popularity of LG household appliances. The main sales market in Russia is the Far East.

Plastic windows with "Koemmerling" profile

12. The brand of plastic windows, like KBE, belongs to the German concern Profine, although the enterprise itself has existed since 1887. Initially, it specialized in the production of glue, it turned to the production of windows only in 1957. The products belong to the premium class. On the Russian market, the brand is represented by two types of double-glazed windows, including the five-chamber Koemmerling Eurofutur. Google rating - 24.2 thousand requests.

Plastic windows with Trocal profile

13. Another brand owned by the Profine concern - - was popular in the early 2000s. A feature of the products of this brand is the increased rigidity of the structure. It is less susceptible to temperature deformations than others.

It is interesting to note that the brand is represented on the market not only by 3-5-chamber models, but also by 1-2-chamber ones. In combination with moderate prices, this supports the interest in Trocal windows in Moscow and in the cities of southern Russia.

Plastic windows with Proplex profile

14. Another domestic brand - - created on the basis of Austrian technologies.

It is presented in three models - three-chamber "Optimum", four-chamber "Comfort" and five-chamber "Premium". The brand's popularity is based on a developed retail system that covers all of Russia and Belarus. Nevertheless, the number of requests in Google for entering this brand is 80.2 thousand.

Plastic windows with Artec profile

15. Despite the fact that the German company has been producing plastic windows since 1995, it is less well-known in Russia than the brands of other German companies - major market leaders. Although it offers a fairly wide range of its products - 6 types of plastic windows with the number of cameras from 3 to 5. However, the matter is fixable. Moreover, the brand's search ranking is high - 620 thousand requests for entering the brand into the search line.

Feature of the company - ARtec produces windows with a white seal
in any branch of the company in Russia and in the CIS countries.
White seal is an excellent addition to ARtec windows with white profile,
such as: ARtec CLASSIC, ARtec EVOLUTION,
ARtec EFFECTIV, ARtec EXTRATHERM and ARtec CONZEPT,
as well as for the ARtec TS-60 door profile system.

Plastic windows with the "Funke Kunstoffe" profile

16. Since 1962, the German company has specialized in the supply of engineering structures made of plastic glass. Currently, one of the company's divisions is also engaged in the production of plastic windows. On the Russian market it is represented by two types of profiles - three-chamber "Phoenix" and five-chamber "Helios". But the profiles of the company "Fortuna" and "Delphi" are also known.

Plastic windows with PlusTec profile

17. The German brand was little known in Russia until 2010, but thanks to cooperation with the Ecoplast company, it is now gaining popularity. The main trump card of the company is environmental friendliness. PlusTec windows are lead and cadmium free. And at the end of their service life, the profiles are 100% recycled and used for the manufacture of new products.

Plastic windows with Wintech profile

18. Strengthening the position of the Turkish brand of plastic windows was facilitated by the launch in the Serpukhov district of the Moscow region of the Vintek Plastic plant, which produces up to 20 thousand tons of plastic structures per year. On the market, the products are presented in three designs with 3, 4 and 5 cameras and are positioned as a good combination of price and quality, and the prices are in the “affordable range”.

Plastic windows with LGC profile

19. created in Ukraine on the basis of Austrian technologies and German materials. The products are positioned as environmentally friendly. It occupies a strong position in Ukraine and is gaining more and more weight in Russia. Google search ranking - 2.42 million queries. Although the products are provided mainly with only one four-chamber profile. According to a number of sources, the firm's portfolio is dominated by corporate customers. 20. Rounding out the top twenty most popular Slovak brands. On the market of plastic windows since 1994. Production in the city of Novac was established with the assistance of the Austrian company "Greiner", which has experience in the development of plastic windows for houses in the high mountainous part of the Alps.

Plastic windows with Internova profile

A significant argument in favor of Internova windows is the delayed destruction of plastic under the influence of ultraviolet radiation. To achieve this effect, the company has developed and patented an exclusive formulation of additives in plastic, which is kept secret.