Thermal insulation values |
One of the main points that are observed in the heating and cooling needs is thermal conductivity of the structural elements of the building. The most modern way to increase heating and cooling efficiency in buildings is preferably to use "insulated material”. PVC is one of these materials. Coefficient of thermal conductivity of PVC is 0.13 kcal / m² h ° C. In the table it is still clearly seen that metals are materials with high conductivity. Therefore, according to the Decree of the Ministry of Public Works of October 30, 1981 the use of metal in joinery in Turkey was banned. With the use of PVC: • the heat loss from the window reduces up to 30-35% as compared to wood and 25-39% as compared to regular aluminum. |
INSULATION VALUES OF JOINERY MATERIALS (DIN 4108) | |
MATERIAL | INSULATION COEFFICIENT |
WOOD | 0.12 kcal/m² h°C |
PLASTIC | 0.13 kcal/m² h°C |
IRON | 50 kcal/m² h°C |
ALUMINIUM | 175 kcal/m² h°C |