What they are made of
A Werzalit windowsill is made of pressed wood chips (usually softwood and beech) and natural polymer resins. The mass is pressed under high temperature and pressure together with a multilayer surface, so the top layer fuses with the core and the result is one dense board. A PVC windowsill is a plastic profile, usually hollow inside, with a decorative film or lamination on the surface.
Point-by-point comparison
| Werzalit | PVC windowsill | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | Dense uniform board | Hollow plastic profile |
| Moisture and detergents | Resistant | Resistant |
| Heat | Tolerates up to 180 °C briefly (manufacturer’s data) | Sensitive to strong heat: it may deform |
| Surface toughness | Tough protective layer resistant to scratches and chips | The film can scratch and wear over time |
| Load | Holds flowers, appliances, a person’s weight | Depends on the profile design |
| Care | Damp cloth, household products | Damp cloth, no abrasives |
| Looks | Wood, stone, marble and plain decors | Most often white or a wood effect |
| Price | Higher | Usually lower |
The information on PVC windowsills is general: specific properties depend on the manufacturer and the model.
What to choose
- Kitchen and living rooms: Werzalit offers more decors and copes with moisture, hot cookware and flower pots.
- Office and commercial premises: the tough surface copes better with intensive use.
- A limited budget: consider the Wermodin Gentas line, a Turkish series at a more affordable price.
The article How to choose a windowsill helps you pick the series and width, and the calculator counts the cost at once.