Aluminium Sliding Doors VS uPVC Sliding Doors

There are a range of unique features that come with both aluminium doors and uPVC doors.

Aluminium Sliding Doors are a lightweight and robust product that looks visually stunning. They comprise of ultra-slim sightlines and expansive glazed panels, which allows you to enjoy beautiful, uninterrupted views of your country, coast or city surroundings. Without compromising on their impressive aesthetics, you can also benefit from their excellent performance. Their robust frame results in improved energy efficiency, durability, weatherproofing and enhanced security.

uPVC sliding doors are also a lightweight structure that will give you a visually brighter space through their large glazed panels. The profile of the sliding doors are slightly more bulky in their appearance, meaning they don’t look as sleek as their aluminium counterparts. They do offer a set of incredible performance features including superior thermal performance, enhanced security and improved durability.

Aluminium sliding doors are an incredibly worthwhile investment that offers exceptional durability. Aluminium is an inherently robust material, which is why our sliding doors have been manufactured using it. Its strength will give you several years of service, meaning you can enjoy your aluminium sliding doors without the worry of needing them replaced soon after their installation. They are incredibly resistant to harsher weather climates. You needn’t worry about your doors warping, cracking, rotting or twisting that is commonly associated with timber and uPVC profiles.

uPVC Sliding doors are made using high-quality uPVC materials and manufactured by industry-leading brands. Unlike timber materials, uPVC will not rot, meaning you can enjoy your uPVC replacement doors for several years, without the worry of them becoming damaged. When it comes to temperature changes, uPVC has been known to expand and contract as much as 3mm per metre depending on how warm or cold it is. We all know how unreliable the British weather is, so if you invest in uPVC sliding doors, then be aware that your doors may not cope well with harsher temperatures.

Both types of sliding doors offer unrivalled thermal performance.

The modern design and robust profile of the aluminium sliding doors ensure that your home in London benefits from excellent insulation. Not only do the doors look, stunning, but the sturdy frame has been designed to retain heat, keeping your property warmer for longer. This, in turn, reduces the amount of energy you consume, which results in lower future energy bills. Aluminium sliding doors are a cost-effective solution that will also help to reduce your carbon footprint.

Although uPVC isn’t as robust as aluminium, uPVC sliding doors can still offer great thermal performance. Usually made up of a multi-chambered profile, the unique design of the doors will keep any property well insulated through the colder months of the year. This allows you to save money on your energy bills and still enjoy the space without the worry of cold draughts affecting the performance.

When it comes to security, you want to be sure that your replacement sliding doors are incredibly secure.

We have already mentioned that aluminium is an inherently robust material. This works well in providing superior security. Combining the sturdy frame with state-of-the-art locking systems, you are guaranteed to receive sliding doors that look incredible, but also keep you and the contents of your home safe. You’ll be able to sleep comfortably knowing that any unwanted intruders will be stopped from entering your property.

uPVC is also incredibly strong and will provide you with enhanced safety and security. Stringently tested, the sliding patio doors will keep intruders out, giving you the peace of mind you need. uPVC isn’t as strong as aluminium but can provide you with efficient security at an affordable price.