Owning a period property is a dream for many homeowners and a reality for some. However, possessing a piece of history can also come with a lot of responsibilities, one of which is maintaining the buildings listed windows. A window on any home plays a key role in terms of appearance and functionality, and can easily be changed at the …
Though you might not think it, the material of your window frames is hugely important, not only for aesthetics, but for energy efficiency and durability purposes too. In general, the two most popular materials used for brand new window frames are timber and uPVC. It is important to understand the distinctive features between the two materials prior to purchasing, as …
Wooden windows and doors transform Mr & Mrs Lang’s Leeds home… Nothing looks better on a period home than gorgeous timber windows and doors that suit its timeless appearance. Take a look at one of our latest wooden window and wooden door replacements, beautifully fitted in Leeds. For this particular project, it was evident that Mr and Mrs Lang were …
When it comes to choosing the perfect entrance door for your home, the decision can be a difficult one. There are many materials to choose from, such as uPVC, composite, aluminium, and wood. While uPVC doors have gained popularity in recent years, wooden entrance doors have been around for centuries and remain a popular choice. In this article, we’ll give …
So many of us have chosen to redesign our homes this year, and as 2022 comes to a close its important to look back over the past year and remind ourselves what trends have been popular to see what could continue into 2023. This year has seen a rise in environmentally conscious homeowners who are desperate to add sustainable elements …
Wooden tilt and turn windows are a superb window option for both modern and traditional homeowners looking to increase airflow or inject more natural sunlight into their home. A further benefit to wooden tilt and turn windows, contrary to popular belief, is their ability to increase the thermal efficiency of a home too. With air leakage being one of the …
Wooden sash windows are an elegant way to add personality and class to any period home. As well as being attractive in design, wooden sash windows can also be a valuable asset when looking to improve the energy efficiency of a house. Although many homeowners are given the impression that wooden sash windows are not a viable energy efficient option, …
Colours can help us to convey all forms of emotion in every aspect of our lives, whether it be through our clothes, in business through marketing and advertisement, or even our home design. Although it is important to set the mood of your home internally, it is equally vital to portray this image from the outside too. Designing your entrance …
When homeowners think about window options for their home, many tend to think they are limited to one option of a traditional window, fitted within a stationary frame which cannot be adjusted. Although this is what many homeowners might think, they actually have another option to this, tilt and turn windows. With the design initially growing popular in Germany, these …
The classic French door is becoming an increasingly popular choice for homeowners of new and older builds alike. Dating back to the 17th century, these beautiful glass panelled doors became prominent in France and have become commonplace in thousands of homes across the world since. The reason for their popular growth can be attributed to two key reasons. Firstly, is …
