In the modern Russian window construction market, the leading place is occupied by plastic windows. Used plastic windows, or as they say “used”, are preferred by a much smaller number of citizens, in contrast to new windows. After all, PVC windows are rightfully considered the most reliable, multifunctional and durable window structures.
The main advantage of plastic windows over wooden ones
The advantages of plastic windows are largely determined by the material from which they are made and the special technology of their assembly. This is how it is achieved:
- Tightness.
- Noise insulation.
- Functionality.
- Energy saving.
First produced in Germany, plastic windows were initially a luxury item for Russian people. Installing such a window in your house or apartment was considered a sign of prosperity. But, gradually, PVC windows began to appear in ordinary apartments in Russia, as their cost began to decline over time. But, alas, even today many cannot afford PVC windows. As a result of this, some homeowners come up with the idea of buying used plastic windows.
Wide range of models
In addition to white, traditional, used plastic windows, there are “colored” competitors on sale. These are laminated or body-painted structures. The choice is huge, there are also a sufficient number of sizes. But there is no guarantee that they will fit into a specific opening: each window is made to individual sizes. If “the suit doesn’t fit,” additional costs will arise: the wall will have to be dismantled or “built up” by laying bricks or foam blocks. Such activities require additional investments.
What a strange idea
Plastic windows are not a car that you can first buy and then sell. PVC windows are selected to fit the individual dimensions of the window opening, as a result of which such windows become unique and will hardly fit into another room.
Of course, everyone wants to see plastic windows in their room. And the purchase of used plastic windows is fraught with many problems that can overtake the would-be buyer almost immediately. On the other hand, by purchasing used PVC windows, a householder will save significant money. Moreover, often people who sell windows are not limited to just one design. The price may also include window sills with drains.
As a rule, the purchase of used windows is carried out by citizens who have their own home, which should preferably be made of wood, since to install a window of the wrong size it is necessary to carry out appropriate work on the window opening, and wood is a good and convenient material.
Thus, on the one hand, there is a need for many Russians to install a plastic window for themselves, and on the other hand, there is an urgent need to reduce the price of it. Reducing the price at the expense of product quality is irrational. Therefore, a used window is an acceptable alternative. The only thing that is necessary is to take into account many factors when choosing such a design.
Of course, the modern buyer wants to buy plastic windows at a good price. Buying used PVC windows means achieving maximum savings. In this case, you can get a window with a discount of up to 50 percent, depending on the condition of the window. And this is perhaps the only plus.
There are many disadvantages to purchasing a non-new window, although they should have already been considered and the buyer is willing to take the risk.
Perhaps it happens that manufacturers often sell windows that are faulty or incorrectly measured. These windows are quite decent and quite possibly of decent quality.
Often the window sizes correspond to the standards of the houses and the sale of surplus in warehouses is a common occurrence.
The disadvantages are:
A used plastic window has unique dimensions. It was made specifically for the window opening of the first owner. As a result, we can conclude that the buyer who purchased such a window runs the risk of not fitting it into his window opening. In this case, it will be necessary to expand or narrow such an opening, and this is fraught with costs. In some cases - small. And it is precisely for such cases that purchasing non-new windows is acceptable.
A used plastic window that has served a certain period of time will serve its owner less than a new one. But the buyer of a non-new opening naturally agrees to this and understands this fact. It is not critical that the window will last 5 years less. It is quite possible that the owner of the previous window was careful and used his design carefully.
The quality of a used window cannot be guaranteed, and moreover, damage to the window itself is possible due to dismantling and reinstallation.
The used windows will have to be installed either by the buyer himself (who, by the way, most likely will not be able to do this), or by inviting specialists who will charge a small amount for their services.
Problems with used windows
If we are talking about the correct approach to glazing, then a plastic window is a design that must be individually calculated for a specific window opening, even if we are talking about standard window houses, for example in Khrushchev-era buildings, panel houses of certain series, etc.
The window design must fit perfectly into the window opening, which ensures maximum tightness and a high level of thermal insulation. In the case of used windows, dimensional accuracy is out of the question.
In the best case, the window will fit your opening with minimal error. But usually it is necessary to either break the wall and slightly widen the window opening, or use a huge amount of foam, since the gap will be large. It may be necessary to brick part of the window opening. Measures to adjust the window opening to the window structure not only affect the insulation properties, but also require additional material costs, which must be taken into account.
Option 1:
Offers of used plastic windows are, as a rule,
plastic windows from the first wave of installation. Plastic windows confidently conquered the window market, but the first designs were made of low-quality plastic, dubious fittings, and there were no regulations regarding their installation.
Therefore, installation errors were superimposed on the insufficient quality of the structures themselves and aggravated the problems with such windows. Signs (or how to distinguish?): Windows of the first wave of installation, as a rule, quickly lost their appearance (the profile turned yellow, the surface became heterogeneous, etc.), have many problems in their operation due to the low quality of fittings (sash rubbed, the window handle turns with effort or does not turn completely).
Option 2: the second common option for used plastic windows is budget windows from the developer. Statistics confirm that 50% of window structures in new buildings need to be replaced. This is due to the fact that developers are trying to save money, and at the glazing stage this can be done in many ways. So it turns out that the new windows in the new apartment are initially of low quality and cannot perform their functions.
What to expect from such windows? Naturally, low-quality window structures will lose their properties even more after dismantling. As a result, the quality of such used windows is questionable. All repair and restoration activities will require significant material costs.
Energy efficiency problems
A used window cannot be completely sealed and have high thermal insulation properties due to the mismatch between the dimensions of the structure and the opening. A thick layer of polyurethane foam is not a solution to the problem, and is also short-lived.
Dismantling quality
During dismantling, window structures can be seriously damaged. Even small cracks and chips will soon cause cold and drafts in the room.
Old used plastic windows - pros and cons of purchasing, disposal.
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Old used plastic windows - pros and cons of purchasing, disposal.
Plastic windows, which have long won a leading position in the window construction market, amaze with their diversity. They are available to suit every taste, color and budget. For example, if you cannot afford to order a new window block or PVC doors from the factory, then your option is old plastic windows, which are usually marked with two letters - used.
And indeed, there is quite a large demand for such window second-hand goods, despite all the duality of the situation. On the one hand, these are still plastic window blocks, characterized by durability, versatility, reliability and good technical characteristics. But on the other hand, the structures are used, as a result of which they may require restoration, updating, reconstruction, modernization, insulation, painting, etc. In general, I want to understand this phenomenon in detail within the framework of this article.
Cheap plastic windows for a summer residence
A question of psychology
If you do not think about technical pitfalls, a person immediately faces a psychological dilemma. Turning his gaze to used plastic windows, he seems to consider himself among people with decent income, but since the designs are still not new, this classification is more than illusory. The situation is saved by the fact that old window blocks, especially Rehau or Veka, are often no different in appearance from new ones, with rare exceptions. Therefore, no one except you will know that you managed to buy used products inexpensively. Moreover, the cost of such a purchase will dramatically smooth out all the psychological conflicts in your head.
Sizing problems
Having dealt with psychology, we have to turn our attention to more pressing problems. For example, sizes. It’s not for nothing that they say that a plastic window is a design that is individually selected for each individual window opening. As a matter of fact, before making a purchase, you need to call a measurer who will calculate everything down to the millimeter. This will allow the PVC structure to fit perfectly into the hole in the wall. And you will be very lucky if the old window you purchase fits the window opening with minimal error. Otherwise, you will have to either break the wall, or, conversely, use a huge amount of foam, fill the window opening with bricks, etc. All these actions can affect both heat and sound insulation, and the final price of your purchase. Therefore, when paying attention to used structures, make sure that their sizes suit you perfectly. In addition, you need to find out in advance how to insulate, how to update, how to repair fittings, how to restore the coating, how to clean contaminated areas, etc. Find out what equipment you need, what kind of transport to take it out, where you can take it for cheap restoration.
Advantages of purchasing old structures
There are more than enough advantages here. Firstly, despite the lack of novelty, this is still the same plastic window, which, all other things being equal, can serve you faithfully for 3,5,10 years. Everything will depend on how the previous owner treated the window unit during its operation. It is quite possible that by making a simple repair in the form of replacing the seal, you will get a design that is no different from the new one in terms of technical characteristics.
Secondly, it is worth mentioning the price, which will be several times less than in the case of a new window unit. However, it’s hard to expect anything else from used designs. Thirdly, old-style window units are often sold fully equipped, including a sill, a window sill, as well as such nice “goodies” as blinds, locking mechanisms, energy-saving glass coating, tinting, roller blinds, etc.
Where can I order plastic windows inexpensively?
Where can I put an old window?
In fact, there are just a lot of answers to this question. Old PVC window structures can be installed in any room that is not associated with the permanent residence of a person or group of people. For example, it could be a summer kitchen, a barn, a utility room, maybe even an attic, if it is not residential. Such a window unit will cope with its technical responsibilities “excellently”, and much better than old wooden windows after restoration. Well, you won’t have to put up with other troubles for the sole reason that the window unit will be used at a distance from your living space.
Why are they being sold?
Failure is not always the reason for sale. It is quite possible that a person simply wants to install a window unit with a more expensive and functional profile, with a thicker double-glazed window and more reliable fittings. To do this, he will have to completely change the design of his window opening. And since recycling is quite expensive, he immediately thinks about where to put the old structure. Fortunately, you can kill two birds with one stone by receiving a certain amount for taking away your old window, including its removal and dismantling. At the same time, a certain percentage of people decide to sell an old window unit due to the fact that one or another element has failed. For example, if a double-glazed window begins to blow out, the first thought that comes to a person’s mind is to replace it. And the fact that simply changing the seal may be enough to correct the situation is not something that occurs to everyone. Therefore, if you decide to buy a used product, with a high degree of probability you can get a good design for a low price. Even with the additional costs of repairs and restoration, you will still get very good savings. Of course, there can be no talk of any warranty or service. In case of emergency situations, you will have to turn to private owners or restore them yourself.
How to buy a plastic window on credit?
Where to buy used window blocks?
It is unlikely that you will find used designs from self-respecting manufacturers. If you are determined to make a purchase, it is better to immediately pick up newspapers, magazines, open forums with suggestions and reviews, etc. A great offer can be found in regular search results by specifying your city or area in your query. You can’t even imagine how many people are trying to get rid of old window units in order to install new, more reliable, more functional, more expensive ones. It is likely that in a few years you will want to take advantage of a similar opportunity and will advertise for sale on a local forum for free.
Comments, answers to questions
- Natasha How to remove old paint from windows and how to paint it again?
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- Sergey You can remove paint from a wooden window using a construction hairdryer or a blowtorch. Heat until the paint swells and remove immediately with a spatula. Labor-intensive, but effective.
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- Ivan I will give away a greenhouse made from old windows, I will sell used plastic windows.
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- Alexey We will buy used PVC windows in Stary Oskol.
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- Zhora Selling new plastic window
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- Andrey There are used aluminum windows in good condition
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- Elena I will buy used aluminum and plastic windows for the dacha
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- Sergey Hi, we need windows. If possible, size and price urgently.
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- Sergey I will buy a plastic door
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- Sergey How much does it cost you for one window 90cm by 154cm? I really need it for a children's room, the house is old.
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- Olya There is a window with a transom, size 85x146
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- Vitaly I will sell 4 sliding windows after dismantling in a new building for 350 rubles. (1.42 x 0.77)
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- Olga I will buy used windows
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- Sergey Selling 2 large windows 915 1771516
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- Svetlana Selling a balcony block (window + door), new building, not used, as the room was combined with a balcony. There is also sliding glazing from 2 balconies.
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- Svetlana for how many windows price Height width how much
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- Elena Hello, what city are you in? I need windows for my dacha. How to contact you?
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- Alexander Are you leaving for Mytishchi? Tel 89031801634. Three-section window 60mm profile left. The glass is intact. The fittings are working.
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- Igor Good afternoon! You also need a metal-plastic window 1.5 by 2.0. T. 89182732300 Novorossiysk
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- Rena Selling. Do you still need them?
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- Igor Good evening Tatyana! What color are the frames? The length of the frame is 12 m (two of six or?) Number of double-glazed windows? Price? Where are they located?
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- Maria I will sell used double-glazed windows with a balcony door (2 pcs.), loggia glazing (about 7 meters) in Krasnodar
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Where to buy used PVC windows?
There are many means of advertising, but, as a rule, goods of this type, such as plastic structures, are placed in newspapers, on poles, and of course, on the Internet on the popular Avito website, Yula. In these media, the buyer can easily find the “hand to hand” or “building materials” section and find out all the detailed information from the seller. If the buyer decides to use the Internet, just enter the short phrase “used plastic windows” into a search engine and find the product he needs.
Window thrift store
The issue of purchasing used windows needs to be considered from several angles. Previously installed and then dismantled plastic structures are second-class. They are cheaper, but, for example, it is impossible to change anything in the design. Such windows are not always suitable in size, glass thickness and other characteristics. Moreover, they sell them when something doesn’t suit them. There may be many reasons, but the conclusion is simple - the windows did not live up to the obligations assigned to them: there was a blow, condensation accumulated inside, there was damage to the glass or plastic, etc. Most often these are windows from the developer, which are distinguished by low-quality profiles, thin double-glazed windows and cheap fittings. In addition, low-quality materials may have been used during installation. This greatly affects operation and leads to a shorter life cycle. Therefore, re-installation of such windows may not be justified.
Installation of used windows
Problems may also arise with the installation of old structures. Manufacturers with a staff of installers will not undertake the work: self-respecting companies will not complete or redo the work for other specialists. You will need to look for specialists yourself. And don't rely on a guarantee.
"Plastika Okon" treats used windows with respect. But we do not recommend installing such structures. We invite you to consider interesting options and place an order directly on our website. And remember: new is always better than old!
