Showing posts with label Energy Efficient Windows. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Energy Efficient Windows. Show all posts

Tuesday, 15 December 2015

How Vertical Sliding Windows Can Add Beauty To Your Home

When it comes to replacing your windows, people often think they have to opt for ‘standard style’ windows as there isn't much variety. Truth is, changing your windows is a lengthy process, and there are a large variety of window designs, shapes and sizes to choose from.

Vertical sliding windows add beauty and character to the appearance of your home. They’re perfect for a home who’s traditional windows need replacing or a little makeover. Most traditional windows can be prone to draughts, leaking and poor security. However pvcu windows combine the latest engineering to offer excellent insulation, pleasing high security and classic and stylish designs.

These types of windows also allow you to keep your home well ventilated and allow in plenty of fresh air. This is down to the top and bottom sashes which partially open, allowing the fresh air to enter through the lower opening, while stuffy, warm and stale air escapes out of your home through the top sashes. This excellent design and technology means a good and fresh air flow will be circulated constantly throughout your home. This is also great for keeping your home cool and fresh during the hot summer months.

As well as vertical sliding windows being aesthetically pleasing, technical and beneficial in many ways, they are very clever when it comes to being cleaned. Their design means that they can easily be cleaned and maintained from inside of your home. As well as the windows being able to slide up and down, both the upper and lower sashes tilt inwards to any outer window panes can be easily accessed from inside. The is also a great safety feature, meaning that the need for using ladders to access windows above ground level is no longer required.

Depending on what window installation company you go with, will depend which colour options are available to you. However there is a wide range of colour options available on the market today, and some companies will be able to supply any colour by arrangement.

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Monday, 28 September 2015

Why Choose Modus Windows?

Modus windows are starting to take the number 1 spot when it comes to changing your windows and doors. Modus have become a great alternative to aluminium and timber products, with exceptional energy efficiency and durability. They have many added benefits when compared to other window installations, and they achieve a lower carbon footprint then rival systems manufactured or recycled outside of the UK.

Modus is an A rated system, featuring 50% post-consumer recycled PVC-u as standard, however they do offer a 100% post-consumer recycled PVC-u version. Although this is only available when specially ordered in. The outer faces of Modus Windows remain as virgin PVC-u which will guarantee you excellent colour matching quality. They also have unique slimmer sight lines, providing your home with added curl appeal.

This system is the first major PVC-u system which offers a 12 year guarantee, giving all of its customers reassurance and peace of mind. This is also combined with a high security locked-in 6-chamber frame design, for added comfort and safety whilst inside your home. Modus windows will offer you complete strength and resilience, whilst being an attractive addition to any home.

Modus windows come in a range of eight different styles, including three different sashes to choose from. The sashes on the market today which are available to you are the standard, slim rebate and fully flushed. There is also over thirty colour options to pick from, suitable for every type of home and colour scheme.

They are available to everyone, and will suit every type of home or building thanks to their beautiful contemporary look and finishes. Many window installation companies offer this system, including a modus windows installation company in Cambridge. They have a large range of this system available in many colours, design and styles.

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Thursday, 6 August 2015

Add Instant Curb Appeal To Your Home By Replacing Your Windows

Windows and doors are one of the first things that passersby will notice about your home. Updating your windows adds instant curb appeal to your home and creates a character which will not go unnoticed. Replacing your old windows can also boost the price of your home if you were considering relocating.

It’s strongly believed that windows are the showcase feature of your home, so why not enhance the appearance of your home by replacing your old existing windows with brand new contemporary ones.

When it comes to replacing your windows it’s not always an easy task. Theres so many things to take into consideration, from the material to the finish. However, it’s always essential to choose windows that will compliment your home perfectly.

Many window installation companies will supply a wide range of PVC-u windows in a variety of colours including White, Oak, Cream, Irish Oak, Rosewood, Black and Grey Windows. Many of which come in a ton of styles including Vertical Sliding, Casement and Tilt & Turn. A large range of Aluminium windows are also available on the market, however not in as many colours as PVC-u. Aluminium windows can be found in the style of Casement, Vertical Sliding, Parallel and Tilt & Turn.

PVC-u Windows will provide you with long life protection against draughts, outside noise, and harsh weather, whilst being an attractive and energy efficient choice. They are also excellent at providing you with enhanced security.

Make sure to do some research and check out multiple companies once you decide on the style and design of your desired windows. Many window installation companies can provide additional services and products such as Modus windows and Double Glazed windows.


For more information please visit www.elglaze.co.uk or click here.

Thursday, 23 July 2015

The Advantages Of Double Glazing

When you make the choice to carry out home improvements, a strong contender is window replacement. Windows are a showcase feature and have the ability to define the appearance of your home. They are also one of the first things that will be noticed by passers by.

When it comes to deciding on window replacement, there are so many things to consider. One of the main reasons people choose to replace their window is not just for the appearance, but to invest in double glazing. If you’re unsure on what double glazing is, it’s a window which has two layers of glass with a space in-between them. This is designed to reduce the loss of heat and help exclude outside noise. They also have another benefit which is creating added security and safety for you and your home as they are almost impossible to break through unless used with extreme force.

Here are a few advantages of choosing double glazing for your home:

  • Energy efficiency and reduced energy bills
Due to the fact double glazed windows are designed to reduce heat loss, this contributes to keeping the price of your energy bills down. According to the the Energy Saving Trust, when swapping your single glazed windows for double glazed windows, you can make annual savings of approximately £170 per year. This is down to double glazing keeping in the majority of your heat, meaning it keeps you warmer in cooler evenings, therefore creating no need to turn on the heating. Good quality and fitted double glazing is said to last around 20 years, so if you’re saving around £170 a year, you could save £3,400 over the 20 year period.

  • Reduced condensation
Condensation can be a problem for many homeowners, and getting rid of it can often be a hard battle to win. Double glazing helps to reduce the amount of damp in your home, often caused by condensation. This is due to the way in which double glazed windows are designed. As there is 2 panels of glass inside the window, the internal panel of glass is at a temperature closer to the temperature of the room inside, this then reduces the effect of internal air reaching it’s point of dew and depositing water in the coldest part. Typically this is what happens when older single glazed units are installed.

  • Outside noise reduction
Double glazing can help to reduce outside noise, depending on what type of double glazing you have installed. If windows are properly fitted with no air gaps then some double glazed window systems can reduce outside noise by up to 75 percent.

However this is just part of deciding to replace your windows. Window replacement also comes with a hefty choice of window styles and designs, and also a very large amount of colour choices.
Energy efficient windows and double glazed windows are available from hundreds if not thousands of window installation companies, so make sure to do your research beforehand.



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Friday, 3 July 2015

Why Add a Conservatory To Your Home?

Conservatories are an excellent way to add extra space to your home. The addition of a conservatory to your home is a more cost effective solution than moving house. 

Conservatories are relatively similar to adding an extension onto your home. They act in a way of creating an additional room, sharing the same features and design of your home. In the majority of cases, a conservatory becomes a lot like an extra living room. However, conservatories allow you extra space for dining, entertaining, relaxing, or even a children's play area. 

They are a brilliant way to add masses of extra natural light into you home, therefore reducing costly energy bills. A conservatory is also incredible at heat retention. In the summer your conservatory will quickly heat up, by choosing to install blinds into your conservatory you can close your blinds to trap in the warm air when the summer nights are a little cooler. 

A conservatory enables you to make the most of your outside space, garden or surroundings all year round whether its raining or not. With this unique living environment, you are able to enjoy and view your stunning surroundings throughout all the different seasons whilst relaxing in your extra living area.

Conservatories have a wide range of interior and exterior options to choose from, so you can tailor-make yours to your exact specifications, wants and needs. 
When it comes to picking the conservatory that is perfect for you and your home, there are plenty of styles and options to choose from. 


  • Edwardian
Edwardian conservatories have a square flat fronted projection which offers you simplicity and clean cut elegance, which can easily merge into the character and design of your home. This design is an ideal way to maximise the enjoyment of extra space, and expand the size of your home in style. 

  • Gable Ended
This style of conservatory works well in both old and new properties thanks to its stately presence. They are similar to Edwardian conservatories in the sense that they maximise the use of added space and create an eye-catching addition to the exterior of your home from any angle.

  • Lean-to 
A lean-to conservatory is a stylish yet cost effective design which also provides masses of natural light and fresh air into your home. They are very minimalistic and a unique contemporary design, meaning they fit well with any style of building. 

  • P-Shaped
P-Shaped conservatories combine two styles of conservatory such as the Edwardian and the Lean-to. By adapting this already existing style, it can be formed in the shape of a P which creates a multifunctional space with two distinctive areas. Whether one area is used for dining and the other for relaxing, each P shaped conservatory is ideal for anyone looking for a design which can have more than one use. 


However there are still many more conservatory styles available. All conservatory installation companies will be happy to help with the selection of your conservatory. They will show you the wide range of conservatory styles available, and show you the options possible to you. 

Conservatories also available in a variety of materials, including PVC-u, aluminium, and also timber. Many conservatories also come in different colours and finishes, all of which you are able to view with your chosen installation company. 


For more information on conservatories and to view material options and extra designs available for your home, please visit www.elgalze.co.uk or simply click here