Before Asking Where an Old Window Goes, Ask Why It Is Coming Out When discussing the environmental impact of replacement windows, the conversation often begins too late. We ask whether the glass can be recycled, what happens to the aluminium or timber frames, and whether the old units will avoid landfill. These are worthwhile questions, […]
Tag Archives: Timber Windows
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Embodied Carbon Starts Before the Window Reaches the Building The embodied carbon of glazing does not begin when a window or door arrives on site. By that point, materials have already been extracted and processed, glass has been manufactured, frames and components have been produced, and the complete system has been assembled and transported. Each […]
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Every Period Home Tells a Different Story At first glance, many period homes appear to belong to clearly defined architectural categories. A Georgian townhouse may be recognised by its symmetry and restrained proportions, while a Victorian villa might be distinguished by decorative brickwork, bay windows and more elaborate detailing. Yet within those broad styles, every […]
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Why Natural Light Is Never Just About Glass When people imagine a bright, welcoming room, they often focus on the size of the windows or the amount of glazing. While glass undoubtedly plays a central role in bringing daylight indoors, it is only part of the story. The frame surrounding that glass has an equally […]
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What Exactly Are Alu-Clad Windows? One of the most common misconceptions about alu-clad windows is that they are simply timber windows with a thin layer of aluminium added for appearance. In reality, they are carefully engineered systems that combine two materials chosen for their different strengths. Rather than asking one material to do everything, alu-clad […]
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A Warranty Is A Legal Promise, Not A Lifespan Prediction When homeowners compare window systems, one of the first figures they often notice is the warranty. Ten years. Fifteen years. Twenty years. The logic seems straightforward. If one manufacturer offers a longer warranty than another, the product must be expected to last longer. After all, […]
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They Are Not Simply “Timber Windows With Aluminium Added” One of the most common misconceptions about alu-clad windows is that they are simply timber windows with an aluminium cover attached to the outside. While this description is not entirely wrong, it significantly understates the level of engineering involved in a modern alu-clad system. In reality, […]
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The Problem With Comparing Today’s Windows To Yesterday’s Products Much of the advice homeowners receive about window frames is rooted in experiences that are decades old. Ask someone why they prefer timber over aluminium, or why they would never choose uPVC, and the answer often traces back to a property they lived in years ago, […]
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What Does “Maintenance-Free” Actually Mean? Few phrases appear more frequently in the window industry than “maintenance-free”. Whether discussing aluminium, uPVC or composite systems, homeowners are often presented with the promise of windows that require little to no attention after installation. On the surface, this is an appealing proposition. After all, most people would prefer to […]