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  • 3rd December 2021

    We Featured in Grand Designs for advice on Installing a Rooflight

    Are you thinking of adding a rooflight to a bathroom? We are delighted to see that our MD Ryan Schofield is featured in the December edition of Grand Designs. He provided the following professional advice on overhead glazing. *Installing a rooflight can often be carried out under permitted development (PD) as long as they don’t protrude beyond the plane of…

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    • 1st December 2021

      2021 Christmas Opening Hours

      We want to take this opportunity to thank all our loyal customers for their continued support. We hope that you will have a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year! from all of us at Thames Valley Windows 2021 CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS Thames Valley Windows office will be closed from midday on Tuesday 21st December and will re-open on…

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      • 29th November 2021

        Misted Double Glazed Windows – How to Clear and Prevent It

        During the colder winter months, misted double glazed windows is a common issue for many homeowners. Whilst we would typically associate misting with single glazing, it can also occur with double or triple glazing. As double-glazing experts, one question we are asked many times at this time of year is ‘how to clear or prevent misted double glazed windows. Misting…

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        • 22nd November 2021

          8th Reading Rotary Santa Run – Pick Up Point for Adult Santa Suits

          Reading Rotary Santa Run time is here again. Thames Valley Windows are proud to be supporting the 2021 Santa Run, this year our Bracknell showroom is a pick-up point for adult Santa suits and race number. Santa suits can be collected  weekdays only from: Monday 29th November  – Friday 10th December 2021 9 am – 3.30 pm Unit 44, Longshot…

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          • Two or Three Pane Sliding Patio Doors – Pros and Cons
            12th November 2021

            Two or Three Pane Sliding Patio Doors – Pros and Cons

            Two or three-pane sliding patio doors are visually stunning door systems that offer a sensation of openness and expansive space. The trend for transparency and minimalism within the design and architecture of properties continues to grow in 2021 with property developers and architects. The pandemic changed how we function within our homes. Making a minimalist home an increasingly popular lifestyle…

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            • 2nd November 2021

              Different Types of Windows, Materials and Costs.

              We are thrilled that our Evolution Timber Alternative windows we installed into a 600-year-old cottage in Bucklebury Reading, featured in the prestigious Home and Building article on different types of windows, materials and costs. Whether you are looking for a triple glazed architectural glazing solution for a new build or replacing double glazed windows for a home renovation project, this article…

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              • 1st November 2021

                Modern Stairway Decor

                If you are looking for modern stairway decor ideas, click here for stylish ways to improve staircase walls? Our MD Ryan Schofield was asked by Ideal Home to provide professional advice on what you need to know and look at before installing a new window in a hallway. A super article filled with inspiration and ideas on how to create a…

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                • 21st October 2021

                  Maximise Daylight in The Home

                  Press Release – October 2021 Maximise daylight by creating bright and uplifting spaces in the home with leading glazing specialists, Thames Valley Window Company’s range of composite, aluminium and timber glass roof lanterns and lights. Benefitting both mental and physical health, sunlight plays a huge part in our overall well-being. With the clever architectural design, roof lanterns allow natural light…

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                  • A Brief History of Victorian Windows?
                    11th October 2021

                    A Brief History of Victorian Windows?

                    In our latest blog article, we will take a step back in time to the 19th century to understand the history of Victorian windows. Windows are often referred to as “eyes of the home” as they allow both natural light and fresh air into the home and offer panoramic views from the interior. There are various window styles, from elegant…

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                    • 7th October 2021

                      Home Improvements That Shouldn’t Require Planning Permission

                      Before starting any home improvements it is always worth asking your local planning authority if you require planning permission or does it falls within permitted development (PD)? We were thrilled that our pebble grey composite front door from Apeer 70 that we installed into a detached property in an area of outstanding natural beauty in Newbury featured in the latest…

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                      • 7th October 2021

                        On Trend Flat Roof Lights and Glass Lanterns

                        Flat roof lights or glass lanterns, how to decide which is the best style for your flat roof extension?. We are delighted that the Atlas glass lantern we designed and installed in an Orangery in Wokingham, Berkshire, featured in the “Let there be light” article in Inside Kent publication The article offers homeowners some professional advice and guidance on the…

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                        • 20th September 2021

                          Rooflights for Flat Roof Extensions

                          Are you thinking of extending with a single-storey extension? Flat roof extensions are all the trend with homeowners, architects and builders and have made a comeback in popularity in the last few years. Flat roofs have taken a bit of a backseat since the early 1970s. Considered to be outdated and susceptible to water leaks, homeowners turned to pitch roofs….

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                          • Hello Autumn – Now is the time to order New Windows and Doors for 2022!
                            15th September 2021

                            Hello Autumn – Now is the time to order New Windows and Doors for 2022!

                            As the temperate begins to drop and the new Autumn season looms, it’s time to tuck your garden furniture away and bring the warmth inside. Now is the ideal time to place your order for new windows and doors for your 2022 home renovation projects or new builds? It might seem odd to be thinking about a home improvement project…

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                            • 10th September 2021

                              Glazing Solutions for Modern Barn Conversion

                              Great coverage for the modern barn conversion in Oxford, where we installed contemporary glazing solution of Solarlux fixed windows and sliding glass doors. The spectacular timber and brick modern barn conversion is a luxurious south-facing holiday home located in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside with exceptional rural views. We were thrilled to see that it is featured in three publications this…

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                              • 10th September 2021

                                Thinking of Extending? – Modern Conservatory Ideas

                                Are you thinking of adding a conservatory? Here are some modern conservatory ideas? We are excited to see two of our stunning Solarlux Wintergardens feature in the Home and Building Online Article – 20 Genius Conservatory Ideas. Suppose you’re planning on extending your property in 2022 with a contemporary glass extension. In that case, this exciting article is full of…

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                                • 6th September 2021

                                  We are Sponsoring Newbury Real Ale Festival 2021 – Win Free Entrance Tickets

                                  We are thrilled to be sponsoring Newbury Real Ale Festival, on Saturday 11th September 2021 at Northcroft Fields, Newbury Join us in celebrating a community social & fundraising event, with over 200 ales & ciders plus a Rum & Gin bar and plenty of delicious food outlets and some fantastic live music. All proceeds from the event are divided between…

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                                  • 3rd September 2021

                                    Window Shapes – A Glossary

                                    There are many distinct types of window shapes to choose from. They offer more architectural interest than rectangular windows. Over the last eighteen months, they have become an increasingly popular design feature with homeowners, architects and interior designers within both modern and traditional properties. One of the big trends we see in the home interior is using large shaped windows…

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                                    • 30th August 2021

                                      How To Get The Best Window Quote When Shopping Around for Windows

                                      When it comes to buying high-quality replacement windows and doors for your home, it is a major investment that can cost thousands of pounds for the quality and style that you’re looking for. With so many double glazing companies out there offering window and door installations, it can be hard to decipher exactly who to choose and trust, whether you…

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