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by Graeme Clarke | Jul 8, 2020 | Soundproofing
Busy streets, noisy neighbours, waking up to the delivery truck making its Monday morning rounds, or the bone-shaking sound of flight 352 coming in from Bali? Whether you live near an airport, your neighbour’s son has a passion for playing the drums or you suffer...
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by Graeme Clarke | Jun 19, 2020 | Double Glazing
With double glazing, two panels of glass are used rather than only one to create an insulated glass unit, or IGU. The two panels are separated by a small space, between 6mm to 18mm, which can be filled with an insulating gas such as argon. What is double...
by Graeme Clarke | May 15, 2020 | Heritage Windows
When you know how to protect your wooden windows from rot, there’s no reason why your prized heritage windows can’t last another century. One of the most common misconceptions surrounding timber windows is that they are going to eventually succumb to rot and...
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by Graeme Clarke | May 15, 2020 | Double Glazing
For keeping heat in during the winter and unwanted heat out in the summer, pretty much the biggest step you can take is to double glaze your windows. Are you wondering exactly how do double glazed windows work? How can they insulate your home in both the cold...
by Graeme Clarke | May 6, 2020 | Heritage Windows
Your beautiful casement heritage windows may date back to the mid-19th century – or even earlier – but that doesn’t mean they can’t operate like high performance, 21st-century modern windows. With the right techniques, tools and an experienced hand, you can...
by Graeme Clarke | Apr 8, 2020 | Window Insulation
For property owners with older windows, window insulation can create a unique problem. How can you achieve well-insulated, energy efficient windows without being forced to spend a lot of money on replacement windows – and, at the same time, sacrificing the treasured...
by Graeme Clarke | Mar 9, 2020 | Heritage Windows
With the latest advancements in window technology, heritage double glazing isn’t just possible, it’s one of the best investments you can make in your home. Well-insulated windows will add value to your property, whilst also lowering your energy expenses and...
by Graeme Clarke | Feb 12, 2020 | Heritage Windows
Wondering if you can fully restore your sash window? Heritage property owners can experience all the benefits of a high-performance window – energy efficiency, enhanced thermal insulation, noise reduction, and a healthier, more comfortable home – without losing any...
by Graeme Clarke | Dec 11, 2019 | Soundproofing
Using secondary double glazing for noise reduction is often thought of as the more affordable alternative to double glazed windows. However, this misconception is not giving property owners the full picture. Firstly, even the best secondary glazing cannot hold...
by Graeme Clarke | Nov 11, 2019 | Double Glazing
Double glazing is a practical investment. It will help to lower energy bills (and your carbon footprint), increase your property’s value, and transform your home into a more comfortable and quieter place to live, whilst also enhancing your indoor air quality and...
