Conservatories have proven to be a god-send over the last few years, especially during the lockdown, as they allowed homeowners to feel closer to nature, as well as providing space filled with light to kick back and relax. However, during winter, a conservatory can become cold, and be somewhat of an abandoned space. With the […]
Is Your Conservatory Ready For Winter?
Your conservatory is a relaxing and pleasant place to sit in the warmer months, but what about during the wintertime? At this time of year, older conservatories in particular can become uninviting and chilly places. However, a well-maintained conservatory needn’t remain unused at this time of year. Here are some tips to keep it comfortable. […]
Common UPVC Door Issues & How To Repair Them
When it comes to internal and external doors, uPVC is a great choice of material, because it’s durable, low maintenance and offers high safety and security standards, as well as making your home more energy-efficient through very effective insulation. However, no matter how good or well-performing a material is, wear and tear is inevitable over […]
Can Window Cracks Be Fixed?
Most glass is tough and resilient, and can withstand any number of small impacts from inside and outside, which can be handy for anything from mishaps with furniture indoors to kids playing in the garden kicking their football against it. However, there are those occasions when the impact is so severe or concentrated on a […]
Why Is There Condensation On The Outside Of Windows?
The arrival of autumn and the impending winter weather means that temperatures have started to plummet, and you may have noticed condensation appearing around your home. Whether that’s a steamed-up bathroom mirror post-shower or droplets on the inside of your bedroom window in the mining, interior condensation is on the rise. Condensation occurs during the […]
The Invention Of Tempered Glass Can Be Traced Back To The Roman Empire
Tempered glass is an important safety feature that is simultaneously much stronger than standard glass yet at the same time shatters in a way that is much safer than traditionally produced glass, which along with lamination makes it an optimal window glass replacement. It was initially invented and patented by Francois Barthelemy Alfred Royer de la […]
Why Is There Moisture Trapped Between My Window Panes?
Double glazing is one of those inventions that is so simple and effective, that you wonder why it took so long to become a standard feature of British homes. It is hugely useful when it comes to heat retention, saving on energy bills and cutting carbon emissions. The extra layer of glass also helps to […]
How The Thermos Flask Inspired Double Glazing
Double glazing is an inspired and incredibly simple way to keep warm air in your home and works on the principle that since heat cannot travel in a vacuum, having a vacuum space between two separate sheets reduces the amount that heat can escape out of a closed window, It worked on the same principle […]
What is Lock Snapping and How Can You Prevent it?
Locks are an essential feature for the security of our homes, whether they are on the front door or back, patio doors, and windows. But not all locks are created equal, and some can be picked or forced open more easily than others. One method favoured by burglars is lock snapping. It is a method […]
Why Are My Double-Glazed Windows Wet Inside The Pane?
Double glazing is a modern, efficient solution for your windows, that helps keep the cold out, and the heat in your home. But as many homeowners will know, double-glazed windows are not without their problems, such as when water gets in-between the panes of glass. As winter approaches, and we all look for ways to […]