If you are having trouble with period sash windows, you may already be looking online to find the best company to help you repair or replace the windows entirely. There are a wealth of options and you may be overwhelmed by the choices that you need to make in picking a restoration firm to do…
Casement windows are beautiful and practical. In design, they even pre-date sash windows, having first appeared in the UK in the 18th century. The problem with casement windows (especially in a period home) is often they can be old, and if not properly looked after, they may be draughty or the wood may have started…
If you’re looking to replace timber windows, which have gone past the point of restoration, you may beasking yourself whether you should opt for timber or uPVC. While on paper uPVC windows may becheaper, this is very much a short term benefit. Let’s take a look at the reasons why timber ticks allyour boxes. RETAIN…
Launched on 30th September, the Government’s Green Homes Grant offers homeowners and residential landlords in England the chance to get vouchers worth up to £5,000 (or £10,000 for those on low income) towards making their homes more energy efficient. This grant can be used towards a range of improvements, including insulation and double glazing –…
Whether you live in a Victorian home and want to make the most of its original details – or you’re thinking of moving and want to know what period features to look out for – this guide could help you. We’ve pulled together a selection of the architectural hallmarks and decorative details that distinguish properties…
Windows are typically considered the weak point in a building’s security. And original sash and casement windows, with their thin glazing (around 2 – 4mm thick) can be a worry to home owners. But if your home still has windows dating from Victorian times, there are ways of bolstering their security, to give you additional…
