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uPVC vs Aluminium Window Cost: What Drives the Difference

People often ask which is cheaper, uPVC or aluminium. The honest answer is that the specification matters more than the material name. Here's what actually drives the difference.

It's the spec, not the label

A basic version of either material can be inexpensive; a high-performance version of either can cost much more. Comparing "uPVC" to "aluminium" as if each had one price is misleading — the glass, profile, and hardware drive the figure.

What to compare instead

Compare like for like: the same glass, similar performance, similar hardware quality. Only then does a material comparison mean anything. A cheap version of one shouldn't be compared to a premium version of the other.

Why we quote the actual job

Because the meaningful number is for your specific openings at the spec you choose, we measure and quote rather than offer a material rate. Factory-direct keeps it honest, with no dealer margin layered on.

Questions

Frequently asked

Is uPVC cheaper than aluminium?

It depends entirely on the specification of each. A like-for-like comparison at the same performance is the only fair one — and we quote the actual openings rather than a material rate.

Why can't you just tell me which is cheaper?

Because both span a wide range depending on glass, profile, and hardware. Comparing one price to another only means something at equal spec.

How do I compare quotes fairly?

Make sure they're like for like — same glass, similar hardware and performance. We're happy to explain what's in ours.

From our range

Products that fit the bill

uPVC Sliding Windows

Multi-track windows that need no swing space.

uPVC Casement Windows

Side-hung sashes that open wide for full airflow and the tightest seal.

uPVC Performance Systems

Double-glazed acoustic and thermal windows.

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Have a question about your home?

Still deciding what's right for your home? Tell us about your openings and we'll measure, advise, and quote — factory-direct from our Pannimadai works in Coimbatore.