by Elysia Robinson | Feb 9, 2023 | Advice and Guides
When looking to replace your windows it is important to consider what timber you want. Different timbers will have different properties meaning some will be more suited for certain applications than others. While not as exposed to the elements as the window sashes...
by Elysia Robinson | Nov 14, 2022 | Advice and Guides
When looking to replace windows you may be wondering what type of timber to choose. Some of the popular softwoods include: Pine European Redwood Douglas Fir Siberian Larch Hardwood is grown from slow growing trees which have a dense structure. Some of the popular...
by Elysia Robinson | Jul 20, 2022 | Advice and Guides
The term ‘safety’ is applied to glazing used to reduce the risk of accident by impact, fracture, shattering, or in a fire. Depending on the location of your windows or doors, you may find that safety glass is a legal requirement. What is safety glass? Safety glass is...
by Elysia Robinson | May 16, 2022 | Advice and Guides
From Wednesday 15th June 2022, new legislation for Building Regulations will come into force in England. The new legislation will affect any complete new windows or doors being installed into a property, unless it meets one of the exemption criteria detailed below....
by Elysia Robinson | Jun 8, 2021 | Advice and Guides
Are wooden sash windows energy efficient? Wooden sash windows can definitely be energy efficient. A common misconception is that uPVC sash windows are more energy efficient, but this simply is not true. How energy efficient windows are is predominately based on the...
by Elysia Robinson | Feb 23, 2021 | Advice and Guides
Secondary glazing is regularly confused with double glazing, but they are actually two distinct products. Secondary glazing involves installing an additional window behind the existing window. Double glazing involves installing a single window comprising two panes of...
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