uPVC recycling for sustainable windows and doors Here at Philip Whear Windows & Conservatories we place the environme... Read More uPVC recycling for sustainable windows and doors
Here at Philip Whear Windows & Conservatories we place the environment and sustainability at the forefront of everything we do. uPVC recycling and replacing windows can provide an environmentally friendly solution to improving the energy performance of your home as well as offering the homeowner other benefits, most notably an updated aesthetic and increased house value offering greater resale potential.

uPVC windows
uPVC windows are made from a strong, rigid plastic and are commonly used in modern construction because of their durability, energy efficiency and low maintenance requirements. Compared to traditional wooden or aluminium windows, uPVC windows are a cost effective way to improve the thermal performance of your home helping keep rooms warm in winter and cool in summer. These sustainable windows are also less likely to rot or corrode than wooden or metal frames, requiring less overall maintenance. Available in a wide range of styles and designs including casement, tilt-and-turn, sliding and flush sash windows, you also have the option to customise your windows with different colours and finishes to match the look of your home or building.

uPVC recycling and sustainability
Although plastic gets a bad reputation these days, well-maintained uPVC can last in excess of 35 years. We selected our uPVC window supplier in part based on the fact that up to 75% of the plastic in their profile was recycled, making it one of the most environmentally friendly uPVC windows available. All of our timber products are FSC certified and glass and aluminium are both endlessly recyclable, so as far as our products go, we are very happy with their environmental credentials. While we can’t comment on the processes happening within the wider industry, at Philip Whear Windows & Conservatories we pride ourselves on our environmental credentials.

Recycled uPVC
Our profile supplier has a unique process that means the uPVC can be recycled up to ten times so the lifespan of a door or window can actually reach 350 years. Materials are separated from old frames then the uPVC is broken down into fragments of uniform colour. After this, it is compressed into uPVC pellets which go on to make up to 75% of the new profile, giving the recycled material a new lease of life. Pretty much everything taken out of a house during the removal and installation process is separated and recycled, from glass and uPVC to aluminium and plastic. Even the masonry and rubble removed from a site goes on to be crushed down and reused as aggregate. visit - https://philipwhear.co.uk/product/windows/
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Situated on the fringes of Cornwall and Devon, the market town of Launceston has a rich heritage. Once the capital of Cor... Read More Situated on the fringes of Cornwall and Devon, the market town of Launceston has a rich heritage. Once the capital of Cornwall, the castle stands proudly above the town serving as a reassuring reminder of the town’s history.

The town’s location astride the A30 makes it ideal for commuting. Plymouth is approximately 25 miles away and Exeter, Barnstaple and Truro are 40-45 miles away. The nearest train stations are at Okehampton and Bodmin Parkway, offering mainline connections via London Paddington. International airports can be found at Exeter and Newquay, with a cross-channel ferry service to Northern France and Spain from Plymouth.

Launceston is also well-placed for exploring the beautiful surrounding area. Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor are within 12 miles, and the North and South Cornish coasts are 17 and 24 miles away respectively.

The town itself offers a variety of social, domestic, commercial and educational facilities. Supermarkets include Tesco, Co-Op, Lidl, Iceland and M&S Food Hall. There are 4 primary schools in Launceston town with numerous rural primary schools in the surrounding villages. Launceston College provides education to A-level.

Healthcare includes a hospital, dentists and doctors’ surgery, in addition to local village doctor’s surgeries.

If you’re looking to move to the West Country, Launceston has much to offer. Tap here to see houses for sale in Launceston. https://djrestateagents.co.uk/buying/
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