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  • 3rd December 2020

    The 2021 Architectural Glazing Trends You Need to Know About

    No home extension, or renovation project is complete without featuring beautiful architectural glazing in some form, from new energy-efficient double-glazed windows to sliding doors or a roof lantern to fill your home with natural light and the sense of space. If your mind is racing with new ideas on how to improve your home, why not look at some of…

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    • 2nd December 2020

      Roof Lantern Ideas

      Roof Lantern ideas – Homebuilding online article featured the uPVC roof lantern we installed into a beautiful Orangery we designed in Wokingham. Roof Lanterns: What, Why and How article is filled with interesting facts and information from what is a roof lantern,  to the difference between roof lights and roof lanterns and which one is more expensive. Professional advice on…

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      • 2nd December 2020

        Ways to Beat the Winter Blues With Natural Light

        We have news!! The roof lantern that we installed into a kitchen extension in Bracknell featured in the December 2020 edition of  Your Home magazine! The ‘Make you Home Lighter and Brighter’ article offers some professional advice on ways to beat the winter blues by flooding living spaces with natural light. A fantastic double-page article on roof lights with details…

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        • 2nd December 2020

          Press Release: Glazed Extensions

          Press Release: December 2020 Minimalistic modern glazed extensions are our speciality; we have the expertise to design impressive, Orangeries, Conservatories, Garden rooms and Kitchen Extensions. Experts in creative design and innovative glazing for both contemporary and traditional properties, Thames Valley Window Company, offers homeowners and property developers superior architectural glazing solutions to create impressive aesthetics. Thermally efficient glazed extensions are…

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          • 1st December 2020

            The Top 4 Window and Door Projects For 2020

            As we approach the end of 2020, we thought it would be a good time to share some inspirational home renovation ideas in the form of our top four window and door projects from the past year. We are proud to deliver architectural glazing solutions to homeowners in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Surrey, Oxfordshire and South East make a genuinely positive…

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            • 27th November 2020

              Glazing Bars Make A Comeback in Bi-fold Doors?

              2020 has seen a huge resurgence in the glazing industry for aluminium bifold doors with glazing bars As the saying goes, “what goes around, comes around” – and glazing bars that hark back to the Georgian and Victorian periods are back in trend in the 21st century and are one of the most sought-after additions for modern bi-fold doors.  …

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              • How to hang a Christmas Wreath on Front Door
                20th November 2020

                How to hang a Christmas Wreath on Front Door

                Decorating your front door with a Christmas wreath is one of the many traditions for homeowners in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Surrey, Oxford and South East. Whether you have a composite door, aluminium entrance door, a traditional timber door, or modern uPVC front door, a festive wreath adds Christmas cheer to the entrance of your home. If you haven’t decided between…

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                • 18th November 2020

                  Inspire Design Virtual Home Show – 20th – 22nd November 2020

                  Inspire Design is returning for a second year running and Thames Valley Windows is delighted to announce that we will be attending this year’s Virtual Home Show.   The show will feature several local businesses, each representing a different sector of the home design industry from Kitchen and Bathroom designs, Architecture and Planning, Home extensions, Renovation and New Builds, to…

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                  • 17th November 2020

                    CHAS Accredited Contractor

                    Thames Valley Windows are now a CHAS Accredited Contractor (Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme) The purpose of CHAS is to help contractors (suppliers) and buyers in the construction industry with the assessment of health and safety competence. We were delighted to receive our certification in July 2020 to congratulate us on passing the assessment process for contractors. This health…

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                    • 12th November 2020

                      Floor to Ceiling Windows

                      Floor to ceiling windows is one of the must-have contemporary glazing solutions for both residential properties and commercial buildings creating, light, space and views. Windows and doors are an important architectural design feature of both modern and traditional homes that add aesthetic value to properties. Not only do they connect the outside in, but provide an abundance of natural light…

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                      • 11th November 2020

                        GUEST POST: Denby share their Top 5 Design Tips for Creating a more Mindful Kitchen

                        Your home is your sanctuary and the way you decorate it can greatly affect your mood. To help you create a more serene space, Hayley Baddiley from Denby gives us her top tips for putting together a mindful kitchen. Mindfulness is the practice of being grounded and free from distractions and, as the world becomes more fast-paced, people are turning…

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                        • 6th November 2020

                          National Second Lockdown Update: We are Open and Here to Help

                          As we enter a national second lockdown in the UK, the COVID-19 trend for home improvements looks set to continue. Here are Thames Valley Windows the demand for double glazed windows and doors is also showing no signs of slowing down. Following the latest government announcement and guidelines, we can confirm we are still OPEN FOR BUSINESS. Throughout the second…

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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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