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  • 2nd November 2020

    Dormer Windows for Loft Conversion in Listed Buildings

    Guess What? Our dormer window installation in Reading has been featured in the latest issue of Your home, a beautiful magazine filled with hundreds of ideas and inspiration on interior trends, home improvement, and delicious cooking recipes. The article is all about creating more space with a loft conversion; it is the perfect lockdown inspiration to homeowners looking to add…

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    • 2nd November 2020

      Choosing Front Doors

      Amazing to see our Apeer composite front door appear in the article on ‘Choosing Front Doors’ in the November edition of Build It. The UK’s longest-running self build magazine on home building, DIY and renovation for self-builders and renovators. A super feature with key considerations and advice on door designs, choosing the right material from timber, aluminium, composite and uPVC,…

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      • 2nd November 2020

        Roof Lights and Lanterns

        In case you missed it, we were proud that two of our roof lanterns we installed into an Orangery in Wokingham and a glass roof extension in Crowthorne featured in an article on lanterns and roof lights in the November 2020 issue of Self Build & Design The ‘Light from Above’ article offers some guidance and advice on what to…

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        • 2nd November 2020

          We Featured in Grand Designs Magazine

          We are thrilled that one of our double glazing renovation projects is featured in the November 2020 edition of Grand Designs magazine the award-winning publication to accompany the television show hosted by presenter Kevin McCloud on Channel 4. The installation of Evolution Storm timber alternative windows, in a beautiful thatched roof cottage in Reading, is featured on 82. Register online…

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          • 2nd November 2020

            Front Porch Ideas For Modern and Traditional Homes

            Front Porch Ideas! Home and Gardens online article featured our Apeer cottage style pebble grey composite front door we installed into a porch of a beautiful detached property in Newbury. A fabulous article on how to create a strong first impression with timeless front porches. With designs and styles to enhance the front of any property from modern to traditional….

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            • 27th October 2020

              Slimline Double Glazing – Glossary

              Are you considering slimline double glazing for your home? It is the latest innovation in double glazing and a preferred choice amongst planning authorities, architects and contractors nationwide, particularly when it comes to replacing windows in listed buildings, period property, heritage and homes in conservation areas. Whether you’re choosing windows for new build project or home improvement renovation? You’ll need…

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              • 21st October 2020

                Buyer’s Guide to Traditional Windows for Renovation Projects

                The COVID lockdown has inspired homeowners into renovating their home. If you are upgrading to traditional windows as part of a renovation project, then our lastest blog article will be of interest to you. What do you need to consider from a Building Regs/FENSA perspective? What standards do your new traditional windows need to meet? From a Building Regulation/Fensa perspective…

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                • 14th October 2020

                  How to Maintain and Clean uPVC Windows and Doors

                  If you are looking for advice on the best way to maintain and clean uPVC windows and doors, look no further than our latest blog article. One of the reasons uPVC windows are a preferred choice with homeowners in Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and Oxfordshire is they are energy-efficient, durable, low maintenance and easy to clean.   Regular maintenance and cleaning…

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                  • 12th October 2020

                    Replacing Timber Windows

                    There are many points to consider before replacing timber windows. In our latest blog article, we discuss the signs to tell when it might be time for replacing timber windows whether you are renovating your home, selling your property or moving in. Nothing gives character and elegance to a property like traditional timber windows; they are an all-time British architectural…

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                    • 5th October 2020

                      Press Release – Enhance Your Home With Contemporary Glazing Solutions

                      PRESS RELEASE – October 2020 Offering a vast range of energy-efficient contemporary glazing solutions, Thames Valley Window Company combines over 35 years of expertise with industry-leading products to provide the very best window and door choices for the modern home. The epitome of luxury design, glass provides a contemporary aesthetic and architectural elegance when added to building exteriors. From glass…

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                      • 2nd October 2020

                        Listed Building Extension Ideas

                        Are you are searching for some inspiration and design ideas for a listed building extension? Whether you want to alter or extend a Grade II listed barn or 17th-century cottage, that will affect its character or appearance, you will need to make sure you comply with the requirements and gain listed building consent from your local planning authority.   What…

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                        • 1st October 2020

                          Patio Doors Installation – Everything you Need to Know

                          Top tips for patio doors installation, fantastic to see that our managing director Ryan Schofield featured in September edition of Homes and Gardens with professional advice on what you need to know and look for before buying patio doors. Whether you are looking to replace wooden French doors or aluminium sliding doors to open up your home, this is a…

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                          • 29th September 2020

                            Broken Plan Living with Internal Glass Screens and Partitions

                            From internal glass screens to freestanding fireplaces, ‘Broken Plan Living’ is the latest interior design trend to replace open-plan living. The last couple of decades, modern architects and homeowners have been knocking down walls to create large sociable living rooms with a sense of open space, and an influx of light. However, the last few years there has seen a…

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                            • 29th September 2020

                              The Industrial Look – Steel Effect Doors and Room Dividers

                              Introducing our latest architectural glazing solution of 2020 – Aluco Steel Effect Door Collection Steel effect doors and room dividers have been one of the most prominent interior design trends in recent years, for properties in Berkshire, Surrey and Hampshire and its popularity continues to grow amongst homeowners in London, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. Original steel-framed glass doors and windows first…

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                              • 22nd September 2020

                                Replacing Windows for Period Properties and Listed Buildings

                                Upgrading or replacing windows and doors for period properties and listed buildings should be undertaken with care and thorough research to ensure the traditional authenticity of the windows and the architectural character of your property is retained. Homeowners should only consider replacing period windows with double glazing when they are beyond repair. There are strict rules and regulations for window…

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                                • 16th September 2020

                                  Internorm Triple Glazed Windows for Price of Double

                                  As the new Autumn season looms, it’s time to bring the warmth inside and save money with Internorm triple glazed windows for the price of double promotion. Autumn 2020 Promotion – Feel at Home with Triple Glazing. This Autumn discovers new windows and doors that you’ll love, with a little help from Thames Valley Windows. Plus, with three modern to…

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                                  • 8th September 2020

                                    Bring Biophilic Interior Design into Your Home This Autumn

                                    As the long sunny summer days draw to a close, we look at ways to bring biophilic interior design into your home this Autumn to benefit your health and well-being. Biophilic interior design is a nature-inspired trend that homeowners have been embracing in interiors and architecture for a while. In an urban world of technology and with the current pandemic,…

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                                    • 1st September 2020

                                      Glass Bifold Doors

                                      We delighted that the beautiful Solarlux SL60 bifold doors we installed into a property in Maidenhead have featured in the latest Homebuilding and Renovation online article, “Bifold Doors Your Ultimate Buying Guide”. If you are thinking about replacing your patio doors with glass bifold doors then this is a recommended read. With lots of information on the costs for folding…

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                                      • 1st September 2020

                                        Green Homes Grant – Energy Efficient Windows and Doors

                                        From today, Tuesday 1st September 2020 any homeowners or Landlords who want to take advantage of the Green homes grant for energy efficient windows and doors can now check eligibility and find home improvements online. There is now a Government Endorsed website providing more information on the Green Homes Grant which is https://www.simpleenergyadvice.org.uk/pages/green-homes-grant. There is also a Freephone Hotline available…

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                                        • 1st September 2020

                                          Extend Your Home with a Modern Conservatory or Orangery

                                          More great coverage for Thames Valley Windows Conservatories and Orangeries in the latest buyer’s guide article on extending your home with a modern conservatory or orangery in Good Homes Online magazine! We are delighted to see that the article featured two of our modern conservatory designs and one contemporary Orangery. The article is filled with interesting information on how to…

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