marvelous wrote:
On 8 May 2006 02:36:40 -0700, "emma" wrote:


We are having a large extension built which will entail replacing all
the windows and door on the back of the house and one or two elsewhere.
The existing windows are 11 year old timber double glazing - not the
best quality in all likelihood if the rest of the house spec is
anything to go by and one has already blown, so all will probably need
replacing in 5-10 years anyway. Our architect specified Timber windows
again, but the builder has suggested UPVC as the price difference once
they are fitted and painted is very little and he says UPVC are great
nowadays, low maintenance and more secure. Which is better - Timber or
UPVC? This is a modern house so either would fit in - any thoughts or
recommendations?

Thanks

Emma


Timber windows are always more expensive than PVC. Maybe your builder
is hoping to pocket the difference

Timber is nicer if you are going to live there, PVC is cheaper if you
plan to sell soon.

Plastic at the back and wood at the front gives you the best of both
worlds. Nice view from the front and practical at the back.
No good pretending that wood lasts as long as plastic. It may do in
north/east aspects but, facing south or west, wood suffers badly.