How to Find Out What Sort of UPVC Panels I Have in My Door

Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (UPVC) often serves as a low-maintenance building material for doors and windows. The panels are designed to enhance the beauty of a room, patio, balcony or garden. UPVC doors provide high levels of performance with minimum requirement for maintenance for a long period of time. However, if you wish to replace your existing UPVC door panels, knowing the type that you have will help you \find a suitable replacement since so many types of panels exist.

Instructions

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  Close the UPVC-paneled door and secure the lock to avoid any accidents during the process.
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  Inspect the door for the manufacturer's tag, stamp or badge attached to it. Read the information provided on the badge for the type of panel used.
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  Contact the manufacturer to inquire about the type of panel used on your door. Provide any necessary details as found on the door tag.
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  Contact an expert from a UPVC door manufacturing firm if there is no tag attached to any part of the door. Have them inspect and identify the type of panel used. You could also contact a local outfit firm specializing in UPVC door maintenance for an expert opinion on the sort of panels used.
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  Take digital pictures of your UPVC-paneled door with a digital camera. Send them to a local building firm to assist you with the type of panel fitted in your door.

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