So you’d like a conservatory – how do you go about getting one? On this page, we take you through the process from having the initial idea right through to enjoying your new glazed home extension. 1. Decide what kind of conservatory you want The type of conservatory that will be right for you will depend on […]

What is window film? Window film is a base of clear polyester that is either dyed, extruded or metallised. It is applied to the internal or external surface of glass windows or doors, and has a range of benefits including reducing heat and glare from the sun, increasing comfort and security and minimising energy usage. Can I […]

Feeling the heat this summer? Here are some handy hints to keep your home cooler in the warmer months, from simple tricks to long-term solutions.

A well-designed conservatory can be incredibly energy efficient – improving the level of comfort in your home, helping you save on your monthly energy bill and offering environmental benefits all year round. A buffer zone for your home Adding a conservatory to your home can help reduce your overall energy use by creating a ‘buffer zone’ […]

Planning your conservatory With a wide range of conservatory types available, careful thought and planning can help you decide on the one that fits best with your home and suits the needs of everyone who will be using it. Once you’ve chosen a conservatory style, here are some more things to consider when planning your glazed […]

The range of types of conservatory designs are limitless, however, most are based on a few fundamental styles. Types of conservatory design As well as being versatile in use, conservatories offer many different choices of design with a whole range of shapes, styles and materials. However while the design possibilities may seem infinite, nearly all […]

Installed as part of the window unit, trickle ventilators can provide constant, unobtrusive and secure background ventilation for a home. The importance of background ventilation In recent years, a drive to provide thermal comfort and increase energy efficiency has seen residential dwellings becoming better sealed than ever before. However as homes are made more airtight, […]

Ventilating a home helps to create a healthy living environment – find out how and about the different ventilation strategies available to homeowners. What is ventilation? Ventilation is the exchange of air between the interior and exterior of a dwelling. The main purpose of ventilation in a home is to remove polluted indoor air and replace it with ‘fresh’ outside air. […]

Condensation can form on different parts of a window unit – find out how to reduce its occurrence based on where it appears in your home.   Window condensation Condensation occurs when moisture-saturated air comes into contact with a cooler surface. For windows, this could be the inside of the inner pane, the outside of the outer pane, […]

  Learn about condensation, why and when it occurs and which of its causes you can control to reduce its likelihood of happening in your home. What is condensation? Condensation in a household setting is when airborne water vapour condenses into a liquid and is deposited on interior (or exterior) surfaces. If the temperature of […]