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Welcome to our blog, the place to find information on different types of home improvements, updates on new products and tips on how to look after your installation. We take the skills of our talented team to give you access to a wealth of knowledge, which will offer everything you need to know about windows, doors and conservatories.

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inside view of a black conservatory with open bifold doors
October 18, 2021

How Much Will a UPVC Back Door Cost?

Knowing how much a UPVC back door will cost can sometimes be difficult to determine, as there are a lot of different types of doors that you can choose from. UPVC doors are usually cheaper than other types of doors, notably metal or wooden doors, as they make use of more cost-effective materials.  However, within…

inside view of a black conservatory with open bifold doors
October 18, 2021

How Much Are Bifold Doors? What to Expect

When you are looking to price a window or door installation then the costs will always depend on one factor most of all, the size and scale of the project. When buying bifold doors (sometimes styled โ€˜bi-foldsโ€™) you can expect to pay more than the average door or window installation price in most cases. This…

man installing a double glazed window
October 18, 2021

Window Insulation Tips & How to Professionally Insulate Your Windows

If you have draughty windows you can easily boost their effectiveness. Windows draw out a lot of heat during the cold winter months for many people in the UK, which causes a wide range of problems.  Bay windows, sash windows and casement windows can all benefit from extra window insulation, but there are a few…

October 5, 2021

How to Survey a Bay or Bow uPVC Window

There is a difference between surveying a bay or bow window and surveying and fitting a flat UPVC Window. The Hard Way to Survey a Non Square Bay A bay pole assembly connects two windows together at the angled part of the bay. To work out the size required to produce a bay layout, see…

October 5, 2021

How to Survey a UPVC Window

One way to survey for a UPVC window is to remember that all windows and doors are measured and viewed from outside the house. It can take only a few minutes to measure for your new UPVC window however, there are a few critical points to remember. If there are any concerns or questions with…

worker installing double glazed window
October 5, 2021

uPVC Window Fitting Guide

Preparation before you start Removal of Existing Window Fitting the New Window Sill (Where a sill is required) Fitting Glazing