Home Heat Loss in the UK: Going Right Out the Windows Approximately 80 percent of energy used in the average UK home is for heating the space within, but inefficient homes lose approximately 20 percent or more of that energy, literally right “out the window.” Therefore, the carbon footprint left by homes in the UK [...]
[Continue reading…]Sash Windows Then and Now
Although it can be argued that the first instance of the sash window was as far back as the 13th century, the life of the Sash Windows we have come to know really began in the 18th and 19th Centuries, with their subtle proportions, symmetry and elegance. These attributes along with their marked improvement of [...]
[Continue reading…]Installing Wooden Sash Windows (For New Builds)
Georgian or Rectory style designs are very popular for new build projects today. Classic designs remain timeless and homebuilders will continue to recreate these house types for years to come. If you plan to build a traditional house type there are some things you should think about before your builder commences. Timber box sash windows [...]
[Continue reading…]Why Pre-Finished Timber Windows & Doors?
In today’s fast moving world many people are understandably apprehensive about the laborious task of painting wooden windows. This should no longer be a fear. Advances in paint technology and use of superior timber mean that maintenance of wood windows is minimal. Installing pre-finished windows and doors also gives greater peace of mind due to [...]
[Continue reading…]Safety Features of Double Glazed Sash Windows
Improving your home means taking every aspect into consideration. The aesthetic appeal of a sash window makes them a popular choice for many homes across the UK, but with so many other features that need to be considered, it can be difficult to know what to look for. Security and the economical advantages of replacing [...]
[Continue reading…]Timber Sash Windows
Whether you have a property that already has sash windows that you need to replace, or you are planning a new build project and are looking at different window styles that might appeal to you, there is no doubt that timber sash widows are an option that you should consider. There are advantages and disadvantages [...]
[Continue reading…]Purchasing Sash Window Locks.
If you have elegant sash windows installed in your home and you want to improve on their appearance, as well as providing improved security, you can consider installing ornate sash window locks throughout the home. As well as looking well on each window, a brass sash window lock, if replicated throughout the home, provides a theme [...]
[Continue reading…]Consider Double Glazed Sash Windows.
You will come across sash windows everywhere. They have made a modern day resurgence, so you will see double glazed sash windows in many housing estates, but as they have been around for a long time you can see them in houses up to five centuries old. If they are in an old residence and are in [...]
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