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Do uPVC Windows Need Grilles?

Whether to add grilles is a common question. Here's how to think about it for your home.

It depends on access and floor level

Ground-floor and easily-accessible windows benefit most from grilles for security. Upper-floor windows that are hard to reach often don't need them at all.

Locking can do a lot

Multi-point locking and laminated glass already add meaningful security on their own. Grilles are an additional layer, most worthwhile where the window is genuinely reachable.

Looks and light

Some prefer the clean look and unobstructed light of no grille, especially upstairs. It's a balance of security need against appearance — driven mostly by how accessible the window is.

Questions

Frequently asked

Do uPVC windows need grilles?

It depends on access — ground-floor and reachable windows benefit from grilles; hard-to-reach upper windows often don't need them.

Are grilles necessary if windows lock well?

Multi-point locking and laminated glass already add security. Grilles are an extra layer, most worthwhile on genuinely accessible windows.

Do grilles affect the look?

Yes — some prefer the clean, unobstructed look of no grille, especially upstairs. It's a balance of security need against appearance.

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Products that fit the bill

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uPVC Performance Systems

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