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Window Material Comparison Tool

Compare window frame materials side by side on cost, lifespan, maintenance and energy efficiency. Pick your priority and see the weighted winner. Indicative India 2026 ranges — they vary by brand and quality.

Materials to compare

Toggle at least two frame materials.

Priority to weight

Lowest cost

Best value per sq ft up front.

Scores are 1–5 (higher is better). The winner counts your chosen priority twice, the other three attributes once each — out of 25.

Winner · Lowest cost

uPVC

Best pick

Weighted score 0/25 across 3 materials · ₹250–800 / sqft

Avg cost / sq ft

₹525

winner, mid-range

Lifespan

20–25 yr

Maintenance

5/5

ease of upkeep

Insulation

4/5

energy efficiency

1–5 scores by attribute

Attribute	uPVC	Aluminium	Wood (teak/sal)
Cost (₹/sq ft)	₹250–800 / sqft	₹350–3000 / sqft	₹500–1500 / sqft
Lifespan	20–25 yr	up to 45 yr	decades if maintained (~30 yr)
Maintenance	Low — wipe clean, no painting; gaskets age	Low–medium; powder-coat lasts, hardware needs care	High — polish/paint cycles, sealing against monsoon
Energy efficiency	Good insulator; multi-chamber frames cut heat & noise	Poor unless thermal-break; bare alu conducts heat	Good natural insulator; warm feel, stable
Scores (cost / life / upkeep / insul.)	5 / 3 / 5 / 4	4 / 4 / 4 / 2	3 / 3 / 2 / 4
Weighted (Lowest cost)	22/25	18/25	15/25

Indicative India 2026 figures. Real cost, lifespan and performance vary widely by brand, profile grade, glazing, climate and installation quality — always confirm with local quotes.

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