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Aluminium vs Timber Windows: An Honest 20-Year Comparison

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1. Begin with the building, not the frame The first question is not whether aluminium or timber is the better material. It is what the building asks of its windows. A new extension may call for broad panes and a restrained frame that lets the garden hold attention. An older house may depend on the […]

Why the Cheapest Quote Rarely Wins in the End | A Smarter Way to Compare Window Quotes

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Why Price Is Only One Part of the Decision When homeowners receive several glazing quotations, it is entirely understandable that the first comparison is often the final figure at the bottom of the page. Price provides an immediate and measurable point of reference, particularly when the quotations appear to describe similar products. However, architects rarely […]