The Specialist in Traditional Sash Windows is proud to announce that we have achieved our ISO 9001 certification. This is great news, as the certification is recognised worldwide as the international benchmark for quality within an organisation. It is a further indication that our valued customers can trust us to transform their homes’ windows and…
If you’re in the middle of renovating your home or wanting to make a change to your living arrangements, then why not consider commissioning some bi-folding doors? They come in all sorts of different sizes and can be used to create two rooms out of one big space; completely transforming the way that you’ll look at your home.
The Victorian Era ended in 1901, ushering in the Edwardian Era in architecture. It was the dawn of the 20th century and people wanted to move out of highly-industrialised cities. This gave birth to the rise of homes outside the city, which people now know now as suburbs. Thanks to the rise of the…
The Victorian Era was about reviving classic architectural designs and styles. Gothic, Tudor and Italianate were some of the traditional British designs that saw popularity during this era. John Ruskin, an art critic during the Victorian Era, led the revival of traditional architecture which used better building materials to forge a new future. One…
The creation of sash windows is believed by some to have come from Robert Hooke and a result of the London Building Act made after the Great Fire of 1666. Because of this, sash windows could be found in most homes by the start of the Georgian Era in London. During this period, sash…
When it comes to fitting new windows there are lots of things to consider. One of the main debates is whether to choose single or double glazing. Although single glazing might work out cheaper to have fitted, in the long run it will end up costing you more. Homes can lose up to 25%…
Sash windows have dominated most windows in the UK throughout the 18th and 19th century. This type of window is a popular part of homes during the Victorian era. In the early 1900s, sash windows were not as widely used as before. Recently though, there has been a resurgence of sash windows amongst home owners…
A great way to enhance the look and increase the value of your period property is to replace any ugly plastic UPVC windows with traditional box sash windows. Previous owners of your property may have replaced the original windows as they could have been draughty, cold and likely to rattle in the wind. But…
Whether you’ve recently purchased a house or you’ve decided to update after a number of years, improving certain aspects of the home can add a tremendous amount of value to your property. There are however, some common house renovations that will cost a lot, but won’t bring the value. This article will look at…
