UPVC window prices in Lebanon: a 2026 buyer's guide

UPVC windows are now the default choice for new builds and renovations across Beirut, Mount Lebanon and the coast — but pricing is still confusing. Quotes from different workshops can vary by 40% for what looks like the same window, and most price lists online are either out of date or imported from Europe.

This guide breaks down what UPVC windows really cost in Lebanon in 2026, what makes one quote higher than another, and the questions to ask before you sign.

How much do UPVC windows cost in Lebanon?

As a working range for 2026, expect to pay between USD 220 and USD 450 per square metre, supplied and installed, for a standard residential UPVC window with double glazing. Most Beirut apartments land in the USD 280–360 / m² band.

A typical 1.20 m × 1.40 m tilt-and-turn window (1.68 m²) therefore costs roughly USD 470–600 installed in a mid-range specification.

What sits below and above that range:

• Under USD 220 / m² — usually thin 60 mm profiles, single-chamber, single glazing, no reinforcement, or grey-market hardware. Common in budget renovations; expect condensation, drafts and short hardware life.
• USD 450+ / m² — 70–82 mm German profiles, triple glazing, laminated security glass, RAL-coated colours, or large sliding doors and lift-and-slide systems.

Prices are quoted in USD because the profile, glass spacers, gaskets and hardware are all imported. Workshops typically accept USD cash, bank transfer or fresh-dollar cheque.

What drives the price of a UPVC window in Lebanon

Six things move the number on your quote more than anything else.

1. Profile system and wall thickness

A 60 mm three-chamber profile is the cheapest entry point. A 70 mm five-chamber profile (the most common spec in Beirut today) costs roughly 15–25% more but performs dramatically better on insulation and rigidity. 82 mm six- or seven-chamber profiles are premium territory — worth it for mountain houses, west-facing facades or anyone targeting near-passive performance.

2. Glass package

Standard 4-16-4 double glazing with a clear float pane is the baseline. Upgrades that move the price:

• Low-E coating (+8–15%) — cuts solar heat gain, essential on south and west elevations.
• Argon fill (+5–8%) — improves U-value, only worth it with Low-E.
• Laminated glass (+25–40%) — security and acoustic benefit, common on ground floors and street-facing units.
• Triple glazing (+30–50%) — overkill for the coast, useful in Faraya, Bcharre, Cedars.

3. Opening type

From cheapest to most expensive, per square metre: fixed < single-sash casement < tilt-and-turn < sliding < lift-and-slide < folding. A large fixed picture window is often cheaper than a small tilt-and-turn of the same area because the hardware cost drops to zero.

4. Colour and finish

White is the reference price. Foiled woodgrain finishes (golden oak, anthracite, walnut) add roughly 10–18%. Full RAL-coated colours add 15–25%. Two-tone (different colour inside vs outside) sits at the top of that range.

5. Size and reinforcement

Anything taller than about 1.5 m or wider than 1.2 m needs galvanised steel reinforcement inside the profile, and oversized sashes need heavy-duty hinges. Both add cost but are non-negotiable for structural integrity in Lebanon's wind and seismic conditions.

6. Installation conditions

Replacing windows in an occupied apartment with no lift, narrow stairs, or stone reveals that need re-cutting will add labour. New construction with clean openings is the cheapest install scenario. Removing old aluminium frames and disposing of them is usually a separate line item.

Example quotes for common Lebanese apartments

Indicative supplied-and-installed totals in 2026, mid-range spec (70 mm German profile, 4-16-4 Low-E double glazing, white, standard hardware):

• One-bedroom apartment, ~90 m², 6 windows + 1 balcony door: USD 3,200–4,500
• Three-bedroom apartment, ~180 m², 11 windows + 2 balcony doors: USD 6,500–9,000
• Standalone villa, ~350 m², full window and door package: USD 18,000–32,000

These ranges assume Beirut and the coastal strip. Mountain projects add 5–10% for transport and access. Premium colour packages or large sliding doors shift the total upward fast.

How to compare quotes without getting burned

Lebanese UPVC quotes are notoriously hard to compare because workshops describe the same thing differently. Before signing, get every quote to spell out:

1. Profile brand and series — not just "German profile". Ask for the manufacturer name and the system code.
2. Profile depth in mm — 60, 70 or 82.
3. Number of chambers — 3, 5, 6 or 7.
4. Steel reinforcement — yes/no, and on which frames.
5. Glass composition — written as e.g. 4-16Ar-4 Low-E, not "double glazing".
6. Hardware brand — Roto, Maco, Siegenia or a local equivalent.
7. Gasket type and colour — EPDM is the standard; cheaper TPE gaskets harden in 3–5 years.
8. Installation method — anchors, foam, sealant, internal and external finish.
9. Warranty — separate warranties on profile, glass, hardware and installation.
10. Payment terms in USD — deposit, balance, and what currency rate applies if any portion is paid in LBP.

If a quote can't be itemised on those ten points, it isn't really a quote.

Are UPVC windows worth it in Lebanon?

For most projects, yes. Compared to aluminium at similar performance, UPVC is typically 20–35% cheaper for the same insulation level, and it doesn't need a thermal break to perform. Compared to wood, UPVC is 40–60% cheaper over a 15-year horizon once you account for refinishing.

The trade-off is colour and feel: aluminium and wood still win on the very high end of design. For everything else — apartments, family homes, rental units, schools, offices — UPVC is the rational choice in Lebanon's climate.

Get a quote on your own opening sizes

Every project is different. Send us your opening sizes, elevation (which way the windows face) and finish preference, and we'll send back an itemised USD quote within 48 hours — broken down on the ten points above, so you can compare it against anyone else's.