Guides to windows, doors and installation
Practical advice for choosing your products, preparing for installation and using them day to day.
8 useful guides
uPVC or aluminium windows: how do you choose?
A practical comparison of PVC and aluminium for homes, renovations and large glazing: comfort, size, design, maintenance and budget.
3 min readHow do you choose window glazing?
Choosing glazing involves more than deciding between double and triple glazing. Thermal insulation, daylight, solar exposure, noise and safety all matter. Several of these functions can be combined in the same glazing unit.
3 min readSmart Slide and lift-and-slide: what are the differences?
Smart Slide and lift-and-slide use different operating mechanisms. Compare operation, clear opening, threshold, permitted dimensions and the configuration offered for your project. Frame material is a separate choice.
2 min readWindow installation: fixing, insulation and sealing
A practical explanation of positioning, fixing, sealing, insulation, thresholds and site responsibilities.
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What measurements help us prepare an initial quote?
A simple checklist for indicative measurements, photographs, plans and information that reduces back-and-forth before quotation.
2 min readShutters, insect screens and shading: what should you choose?
Coordinate external shutters, pleated, roller or hinged insect screens, controls and the window opening.
2 min readReplacing windows: the steps and work involved
A renovation plan for replacement joinery: what to check, what work may be needed and how to manage ventilation after airtightness improves.
2 min readWhat affects the cost of windows and installation?
The cost depends on the specification and the work included. See what a quotation should contain so you can compare options for the same project.
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