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    11th January 2023

    Best Bifold Doors For Home Renovations and New Builds

    Thames Valley Windows offers architects and contractors a comprehensive range of the best bifold door systems designed with the latest advancements that provide outstanding thermal performance suitable for high-end residential and commercial projects. We have been designing and installing architectural glazing solutions throughout the South East for nearly 40 years. As an independent family business, nothing is more important than…

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    • 6th January 2023

      Come and Meet TVW at 2023 Homebuilding & Renovating Show

      Thames Valley Windows are delighted to be exhibiting at the 2023 Homebuilding & Renovating Show: SUNDAY 15TH JANUARY 10 AM – 4.30 PM STAND C102 FARNBOROUGH IE&CC ETPS RD, FARNBOROUGH GU14 6TQ Whether designing a new build or planning a home renovation, the 2023 Homebuilding & Renovating show is the perfect event to visit hundreds of wonderful brands under one…

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      • 12th December 2022

        Steel-Look Doors – Industrial-Style Internal Doors

        Our Sales Director Paul Mills at Thames Valley Windows talks about Industrial-Style Internal Doors.  Video Transcription So, today, we’re going to be looking at the two different entrance doors that we have on display here. And on this side, we have the more classic look; these are transom bars, and they are physically holding this lock box in place…

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        • Home Extensions
          6th December 2022

          Press Release – Home Extensions Ideas for Extending Your property

          Bi-fold and Sliding Doors to Orangeries and Wintergardens, our latest press release is full of home extension ideas. Thames Valley Window Company delivers excellence across its vast house extension solutions. With many homeowners continuing to choose to improve their properties, Home extensions are one of the most popular renovation choices that add value to your home. Whilst 2022 has seen…

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          • 5th December 2022

            Tips and Advice on choosing the Best Double Glazing For Your Home

            Here at Thames Valley Windows, we specialise in bespoke double-glazed windows and doors designed to suit your property and requirements. We design, supply and install the best double-glazing solutions at competitive prices for Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and South East properties. Based in Bracknell, Berkshire, we are a reputable double-glazing company. We specialise in high-quality windows and doors driven by nearly…

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            • 2nd December 2022

              Window Repairs – How to Change a Window Handle

              One of the technical team here at Thames Valley Windows talks about How to Change a Window Handle.  Window Repairs – How to Change a Window Handle Video Transcription Okay, for a simple handle change, what you’ll require normally is a Stanley knife and a Philips screwdriver. So, first of all, you’re going to have two what we call…

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              • Product Recall
                1st December 2022

                Product Recall – Internorm I – tec Blinds Battery Charger

                Internorm has informed us of a product recall for I -tec Blinds Battery Charger Charger effected Data Code 2005-8559 Risk: Fire Details I -tec Blinds Battery Charger This product presents a severe fire hazard What to do next If you believe you have an affected charger, stop using it immediately and contact our service department for further information service@tvwindows.com 01344…

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                • 25th November 2022

                  Window Repairs – How to Fix a Creaking or Squeaky Window

                  One of the technical team here at Thames Valley Windows helps to answer the question How do you Fix a Dropped Window?  Video Transcription If you’re having issues with your window closing or making strange sounds that they didn’t make when they were first installed… So, for example, this one… has an ever so slight squeak. So, what I’m…

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                  • Luxury Designer Front Doors - Pirnar
                    24th November 2022

                    Luxury Designer Front Doors by Pirnar

                    Pirnar offers an award-winning range of luxury designer front doors. Each is a masterpiece in itself. Founded in Slovenia in 1966 by Franc Pirnar, the company started as a family craft business and is now run by the third generation and is led by reliability and integrity that defines the unique culture of a family-owned business. Driven by its motto…

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                    • 15th November 2022

                      Front Door Repairs – How to Fix Door Handle Not Fully Engaging to Top

                      One of the technical team here at Thames Valley Windows talks about How to Fix Door Handle Not Fully Engaging to Top. Video Transcription A common issue we have with doors a lot of the time is handles not fully engaging all the way to the top. So, to get over this, you’ll need a 4mm Allen key and then…

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                      • slimline sliding door price guide
                        10th November 2022

                        Slimline Sliding Doors Price Guide

                        Thames Valley Windows has extensive experience within the residential and commercial industry, working on bespoke slimline sliding door solutions and collaborating with architects and contractors. Our works vary from small home extensions and refurbishments to new builds and developments. Thanks to nearly forty years of experience in the glazing industry, we can work concisely to achieve various glazing configurations to…

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                        • 9th November 2022

                          Window Repairs – How do you Fix a Dropped Window?

                          One of the technical team here at Thames Valley Windows helps to answer the question How do you Fix a Dropped Window? Video Transcription Normally, if a window’s dropped and you’ll find that the bottom locking side of the window will be rubbing on the bottom. Now, nine times out of ten, this will probably need an engineer because it’ll…

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                          • european windows
                            4th November 2022

                            Premium European Windows and Doors from Internorm

                            Internorm has long been regarded as the market-leading supplier of high-quality European windows and doors and has been established in Austria for over 90 years with three extensive production sites. They offer a range of materials from innovative uPVC and traditional timber with superior aluminium cladding in numerous design options to fit individual projects. The combination of long-term durability, superior…

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                            • The History of Bay and Bow Windows
                              1st November 2022

                              The History of Bay and Bow Windows?

                              We are delighted to see the slimline aluminium bow windows we installed into a home renovation property in Weybridge featured in Homebuilding and Renovating Magazine. A fabulous article filled with exciting information. From the history to the difference between bow and bay window styles. Bow and bay windows are popular in period properties and can be designed in various openings,…

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                              • Eco House Improvements That add Value to your Home
                                1st November 2022

                                Eco House Improvements That add Value to your Home

                                We are thrilled that one of our Eco House projects for a grand oak timber framed new build in Streatley was featured in the recent Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine. The Streatley new build was designed to reduce carbon footprint and consume less energy than it uses. The house can generate renewable energy to reduce utility bills with solar panels, an…

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                                • 27th October 2022

                                  Door Maintenance – How to Lubricate a Door Mechanism

                                  One of the technical team here at Thames Valley Windows shows you how to lubricate a door mechanism. Video Transcript Okay. So, it’s very important that you maintain your door sort of every three months, just to keep the locking mechanism working as it should do, and it stops any dust and debris that might get inside it. So, I’m…

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                                  • 24th October 2022

                                    Architectural Glazing Specialist for Architects, Contractors and Interior Designers

                                    Working with one glazing specialist to specify a complete architectural glazing solution for your retail or commercial project simplifies the process. It means one point of contact to manage your whole project from concept through design to installation. Collaborate with Thames Valley Windows Thames Valley Windows is a family-owned and independent glazing company; we specialise in the design, supply and…

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                                    • London Victorian Terraced House Renovation has featured in the latest 2022 RIBA Publication
                                      20th October 2022

                                      London Victorian Terraced House Renovation has featured in the latest 2022 RIBA Publication

                                      We are delighted the aluminium bifold doors, and fixed windows we designed and installed into a London Victorian Terraced House Renovation have been featured in the latest 22/23 RIBA Residential Publication.   The latest publication showcases the best residential renovation and refurbishment projects by some of the most talented UK architects, contractors and Interior designers. Peter Lancaric, over at PLANSTUDIO…

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                                      • 17th October 2022

                                        Door Maintenance – How to Adjust External Door Hinges

                                        One of the technical team here at Thames Valley Windows shows you how to adjust external door hinges. Video Transcript Okay. So, normally, a lot of our door adjustments tend to be because the door is normally rubbing on the bottom here. So, to get over this, what we would normally do is take a Stanley knife and you’ll see…

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                                        • Glass Room Ideas, Costs and Lead Times
                                          14th October 2022

                                          Glass Room Ideas, Costs and Lead Times

                                          A glass room has become a popular and cost-effective solution for extending a home and allows homeowners to enjoy the outside all year round. Since the pandemic, there has been a rapid demand in the UK for glass room extensions to extend the living space and blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living. There are several ways you can…

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