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Plastmo quality built in,
from the start

Some 35 years ago in Denmark we began to concentrate on the production of products from polyvinylchloride unplasticized, now known as PVC-U. In fact, we were among the pioneers. Today we are one of the foremost extruders of PVC-U windows and doors in Europe.

This exceptional Plastmo quality is available to you in our renowned System Index range, with its slim 63mm profile, combining an attractive appearance with exceptional strength, acknowledged as one of the best profile systems available anywhere in the world. Recent additions to System Index include a 70mm version for direct replacement of wooden frames.

Your fabricator installer will be happy to advise you on System Index, which will continue to give pleasure for many years to come. Rest assured your home could not be in better hands.

Choose with the head,
as well as the heart

Whether you wish to fit replacement windows, change your doors or increase your living space with a conservatory, you must first decide what material to choose. In the history of windows and door technology the use of high impact modified polymers is relatively new, various soft and hardwood timbers having been used for centuries. Yet the benefits are irrefutable. PVC-U is non-flammable. It will not split, warp, rot bend or crack. Best of all, perhaps, it requires very little maintenance merely an occasional wipe with warm soapy water and a little lubrication to the locks.

At Plastmo we are single minded, we work only in PVC-U, and our profiled are generally considered to be amongst the most technically advanced, with constant refinement of extrusion tools and stringent quality control techniques. All batches of raw materials are tested for quality and consistency and throughout the manufacturing and extrusion process samples are taken, at least once every hour, to be tested for colour, surface finish, and other manufacturing requirements.
Other, more rigorous, tests are carried out at regular intervals. These include procedures which check the material’s resistance to both impact and heat, the subject samples to the unlikely temperature of 150°C!

Whilst the polymer we use has tremendous inherent strength this, on its own, is not enough for a Plastmo window or door. Stringent fabrication specifications dictate the exact sizes at which transoms, mullions, sashes and frames must be reinforced with galvanized steel or aluminium to ensure maximum strength and rigidity. It is, therefore, not surprising that out claim to superior quality is backed by a whole host of official approvals, including rigorous German and Swedish approvals as well as the British ISO 9002 and British Board of Agreement assessments confirming material performance and product security. But we don’t ask you to simply take our word for it – we are so confident of our product performance that every Plastmo profile installed is fully guaranteed. On the following pages you will see many different styles of windows and doors; in fact, the choice is virtually limitless. But before you decide on such details, first choose your colour scheme.

Your next decision, if you are fitting casement-opening windows, is to choose between an external or internally beaded design. Not every fabricator may offer you this choice and you may be advised that externally beaded designs pose a greater security risk since it is possible to force entry by removing the beading. With Plastmo designs, however, this potential problem is overcome with the use of Glasloks or security tape. In fact, security is a problem which we have taken as seriously as you do and we are proud to say that this resulted in our profile systems being the first to gain the British Board of Agreement approval for product security. Every Plastmo window and door features a full depth Eurogroove which ensures that high security products like shootbolts and espagnolette locking mechanisms can be fitted without danger of breaking into the glazing chamber.
 
Beautiful homes,
made even more beautiful

Whether your home is a grand country residence, a Victorian town house or a modern semi, changing your windows opens up a whole new world of style. All the installations you see on these pages have been carried out by Plastmo approved fabricator installers. Our fabricators are fully trained at our UK head office and manufacturing plant and many hold BBA and BSI certification in their own right, so you can be confident that you will receive the very best of service with products installed by skilled craftsmen who have pride in their work. Use your consultant to help and advise as you plan your new venture. By spending time with this brochure and discussing your ultimate aims and requirements you will ensure that you choose the designs which are exactly right for your home.

Maybe you want to stay with the original look; or perhaps you would like a complete change. Either way, you’ll find a Plastmo window that fits the bill perfectly. The wide range of styles displayed on these pages will, hopefully, give you some useful ideas but there are many others we simply do not have room to show. Choose between top and side openers, or incorporate the two. Mix fixed panes and openers for a distinctive style. How about a bay window? or a bow? Georgian panes? Leaded or patterned glass? An arched top? Or our ingenious tilt and turn style, ideal for particularly exposed sites or for providing ventilation whilst remaining secure.

A tilt and turn style window tilts from the base to allow fresh air to flow freely in at the top whilst stale air passes out around the sides; a simple but effective method of ventilation without draughts. When it comes to cleaning the window opens fully from the side for easy access to both sides of the glass.

Plastmo quality,
shines throughout the home

Plastmo windows are more than just a pretty face. Strength, stability and excellent impact resistance are ensured by thick profile walls, internal webs and the use og galvanized steel or aluminium reinforcement for larger spans. Angled external faces dispel dirt and water (as well as enhancing the good looks) and the option of an exposed external gasket means that water is not allowed to collect. Even more important is the range of glazing options from 4mm single to 28mm double, superior EPDM gaskets and our special, triple chambered construction which means that you will be warm, cosy, draught-proof and quiet no matter what the weather. Plastmo products have been tested using low emisity glass to ensure compliance with “Document L” requirements 2002.

Making an entrance,
in so many ways

Residential doors; patio doors; French doors; when you choose Plastmo there is no need to compromise, our exceptional standards extend to these, too. Like our windows they come in white, woodgrained mahogany, woodgrained mahogany with white interior or golden oak with a woodgrain finish and golden oak exterior with white interior, so they’ll match your colour scheme perfectly. And as for the styles; well you can have just about whatever you want – panelled, half glazed, fully glazed,: the glass itself patterned, stained or frosted. Why not discuss it with us, we may well have ideas you would never have thought of! All doors are available with low threshold options for disabled access.

Let the sun shine in,
with Plastmo double doors

Plastmo doors are eminently practical. Tough (remember, they will never warp), weather-proof and extremely secure with the option of a low threshold; you simply could not choose anything better. Except, perhaps, two doors. French or patio doors can transform your home. From the outside it till look more desirable. From the inside they open up your garden to give you truly panoramic views. They make the whole house seem more airy and spacious, and you’ll be amazed at how much extra light is let in. of course, with all that glass safety is of paramount importance, so we make sure that our doors actually exceed British Standard requirements.

See the light,
add a Plastmo conservatory

Ever wanted to be outside on a crisp, cold winters day? Ever felt like sitting in the summer sun, but a cool breeze puts you off? A Plastmo conservatory is the answer: a brilliant way to bring the sunshine back into your life.
Conservatories gained popularity in Victorian times, when they were designed specifically for housing tender plants. Today they are seen as a practical and beautiful extension to your home; for entertaining, for working or playing, for relaxing at the end of a busy day, or even for growing those frost-tender flowers.

Brick or stone,
we have the style to match

Whilst simpler than a brick-built extension (for instance, it may not need planning permission) for a conservatory to feel like a natural addition to your home it must be carefully planned, designed and manufactured. Should it be large or small? Georgian, Victorian , or modern? White or mahogany woodgrained exterior? White or mahogany woodgrained interior? Fully glazed or part brick stone or render to match your home? Work with your consultant to create a style as individual as you are, which will compliment your lifestyle and your house. Choose the finishing touches. Discuss decorative panels, ridge crestings, beadings, finials and doors. Consider leaded lights and stained glass motifs. Add value to your home with beauty and style. Have fun. With Plastmo you can be confident enough to leave the rest to us.

Even more ways,
to expand your home

Want to make your entrance more impressive? A practical yet elegant Plastmo porch could be the answer you are seeking. Or perhaps you simply need more room. Well with your flair and our extensive ranges of doors, windows and conservatories you can turn your existing house into the home you always dreamed of. Whatever you build, with Plastmo you know it will be strong, safe, secure and structurally sound.
It will meet all your needs, and more. And it will give you great pleasure for many, many years to come.