ᐅ Plastic Windows vs. Wooden Windows

Hello everyone,

I have a question regarding the choice of windows.
I always assumed we would go with uPVC windows because of the lower maintenance required.

However, our architect is completely convinced of wooden windows.

Now I would like to hear your opinion: uPVC windows or wooden windows? Advantages and disadvantages?

Our wooden windows in the rental apartment develop mold during winter. This cannot happen with aluminum or plastic windows.

I prefer wooden windows, but that is very subjective.

The advantages of wood, in my opinion, are the better tactile feel and the possibility to change the frame color by painting. The disadvantage is that they need occasional maintenance, meaning they have to be repainted from time to time.
The advantage of PVC (uPVC) windows is that they require little maintenance. A disadvantage, as I mentioned above, is that they are difficult to change in color.

However, as is often the case, everyone chooses what they like and what gives them a good feeling.

Best regards

P.S. The reason wooden windows develop mold in winter is certainly not due to the window material itself, but has other causes.

Wooden windows are more expensive – which is a drawback for many.

Personally, I find the insulation values unclear – with factory-made uPVC frames, you have clear specifications. For wood from a carpenter/joiner, I have never found such information – there are no chambered profiles or similar, right?

Could someone please explain this to me?

The thermal conductivity of the wooden frame corresponds to that of its material, such as pine, meranti, oak, and so on.