ᐅ Anthracite-colored versus white uPVC windows

DerBjoern schrieb:
My general contractor calculated an extra charge of 2250€ for just the exterior anthracite film on 13 windows. Before signing.

This is probably another good example of how many general contractors profit from “extra requests.”

For comparison: We order our windows directly from the window manufacturer. The surcharge for exterior anthracite film ranges between €22 (normal windows) and €32 (floor-to-ceiling windows) net. For double casement windows, of course, the price is doubled.

@HilfeHilfe: Just drive through new development areas and take a look at different houses. I personally think white windows look cheap. But that’s just my opinion! Otherwise, I can only recommend getting advice from a professional.

@Nilo:

Most of my windows have at least double sashes.

Also textured foil?

I wasn’t really concerned about the unit price for this item, as the total price was more important to me. How the total amount was allocated to the individual features I requested didn’t matter to me.

DerBjoern schrieb:
@Nilo:

Most of my windows are at least double casement

also textured foil finish?

I didn’t really care about the unit price of this item, since the total price was more important to me. I didn’t mind how the overall amount was distributed among the individual features I requested.

No, smooth.

I agree with you, in the end you have to be satisfied with the whole package!

Hello

Thank you for the lively discussion!

One question: Is it possible to apply a film afterward, or is that not an option?

Hello, that is not possible, or it will not turn out well.

HilfeHilfe schrieb:
What are the differences between anthracite and white uPVC windows on a ground-level southwest-facing terrace?

Hello,

My parents installed brown windows 30 years ago. The frames have faded significantly, even on the north side.

I am not sure to what extent the technology has improved since then, but I believe that colored window frames tend to fade over time.