uPVC vs. Aluminum: Which Window & Door Solution Really Wins in Commercial Applications?

Date: 17th June 2026

Start time: 12 p.m.

Duration: 60 minutes

Speaker: Dina Marku, REHAU Window Solutions

Participants: Architects, builders, design/build firms, project owners

AIA CES REH0853I:

Credit: 1 AIA HSW/LU CE — Certified by the American Institute of Architects (AIA)

More efficiency. Less compromise. The case for uPVC

When you put uPVC and aluminum side by side, the data tells a clear story and it's time to rethink what high-performance fenestration really looks like in commercial construction.

In this AIA-certified course, you'll get a direct, evidence-based comparison of both materials: uncover the real drawbacks of aluminum, dispel common myths about uPVC, and learn how to leverage superior performance, health benefits, and potential LEED qualifications to make smarter specifications for your clients.

Stay ahead — join us for AIA CES Course REH0853I and earn 1 AIA HSW/LU continuing education credit.

By the end of this session, you will be able to:

  • State the differences in construction of the aluminum vs uPVC windows and doors in a general sense

  • Define the drawbacks of aluminum fenestration products

  • Dispel the common misconceptions and misinformation associated with uPVC fenestration products

  • Explain the performance benefits of compression-seal technology for windows and doors

  • Understand the various operating styles of uPVC windows and which offer the best performance characteristics

  • Understand the potential LEED qualifications of uPVC fenestration products in their designs

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Speakers

Dina Marku

Architecture & Design Specification Specialist, REHAU Window Solutions

With 10 years of experience in laboratory planning, Dina Marku brings a strong foundation in technical design and project coordination to her role as Specification Specialist at REHAU Window Solutions. Supporting the Northeast region, she works closely with architects and designers to develop high-performance window and door solutions that meet both design intent and performance goals.