We generally consider greenhouse gas emissions when considering our carbon footprint concept. To reduce this, we might consider driving less or buying locally produced food that hasn’t had to travel by plane. But did you know that your home or office windows can also impact your carbon footprint? While they don’t directly emit carbon dioxide Co2, the indirect impact can…
Visit Thames Valley Windows at the Autumn Excel Homebuilding & Renovating Show at Stand E111 on Sunday, 24th September 2023! The show is held at the ExCel Exhibition Centre and runs from Friday, 22nd September until Sunday, 24th September. We will be on stand E111 in the glazing section, so please visit us. Come and discover Internorm’s luxurious and high-performance…
When designing the rooms in your home, the kitchen requires the most planning and, as a result, the most of the budget. Knowing your priorities for a dream kitchen helps the kitchen design process, but to know what you want, you need to know what’s out there. Essential Elements for a New Kitchen That’s Both Functional and Fabulous From high-quality…
The traditional red brick house with black windows is back on trend. A traditional property that was popular for many years but became less favoured during the ’80s and ’90s, with the sudden popularity of white and cream-rendered houses. Now like 80s fashion, a traditional red brick house with black windows is making a comeback with the introduction of modern…
OFFICE CLOSURE AUGUST BANK HOLIDAY Thames Valley Windows Office will close Friday, 25th August 2023, at 4 pm for the Bank Holiday Weekend. The office will re-open on Tuesday 29th August at 9 am. During this time, our Bracknell showroom is still open by appointment only. If you are considering your home improvement projects, you can still request a quote…
With so many different styles of kitchen windows available, it can be daunting knowing which window design will enhance the kitchen with fresh air, allow maximum light to flow into the space and improve your home’s energy efficiency. The kitchen is the heart of the home. That’s why kitchen renovations are one of the most popular home improvement projects…
Modern Barn Conversions – An Introduction Modern barn conversions are becoming increasingly popular as the advantages these traditional-style properties offer become more apparent. While some people choose to live in their original building, others turn farm buildings into holiday homes or a venue for weddings or other events. Thanks to the beautiful original period features of agricultural buildings, from high…
We’re delighted to announce that our collaboration with CaSA Architects and Top Job Building to deliver a contemporary sustainable home in Wiltshire has been awarded the 2023 AJ Retrofit Award in the best sustainable home under £500k category. Organised by The Architects’ Journal, The annual AJ Retrofit Awards celebrate the design, engineering and construction excellence for repurposing existing buildings. The…
Floor-to-ceiling Aluminium Sliding Doors Our latest blog article looks at our favourite aluminium sliding door projects in Surrey. Floor-to-ceiling aluminium sliding doors are an excellent choice for new builds and home renovation projects in Surrey. Not only are they incredibly sleek, stylish and modern, but they are also highly secure. With sliding glass doors, you can make easy access to…
If you’re embarking on a self-build homes project, you may wonder which type of windows and doors to choose. With such a wide range of window and door options, it can be hard to decide, but one question you need to answer from the outset is whether to opt for double or triple glazing. For many years, double glazing has…
With the football season fastly approaching, we are pleased to announce our new player sponsorship with Brockenhurst Football Club for one of our designers Liam Griffin. Here at Thames Valley Windows, we have always been keen on supporting local grassroots sports in the Bracknell and Reading area. “It’s great to give something back to the community.” Ryan Schofield, Managing Director…
By choosing to change over to energy-smart living strategies, you can keep your home cool whilst boosting your savings. With the arrival of summer comes intense heat that leaves us yearning for a cool and comfortable living environment. What’s refreshing is that beating the summer heat doesn’t have to mean emptying your wallet with soaring energy bills. Our latest blog…
We are thrilled that our Apeer 70 oak composite front door, which we installed at a lovely semi-detached property in Finchampstead, features in the Stylish Front Doors Article in the latest edition of Build it Magazine. As one of the most influential and longest-running self-build magazines in the UK is for self-builders, renovators and homeowners about to embark on a…
Exciting News, two of our glass Wintergardens featured in the Homebuilding and Renovation Online article about Modern Lean-to conservatories costs; view it The online article focuses on modern lean-to-conservatories costs, how they compare to other styles, the pros and cons and creative ideas to transform your living spaces. Features information on modern and traditional conservatory styles, the most popular conservatory…
After a successful Homebuilding and Renovating Show at Farnborough in January, we were looking forward to exhibiting the Sandown Park Homebuilding and Renovating Show with Internorm on Sunday, 2nd July 2023 This was the first time Thames Valley Windows has exhibited at Sandown Park, we were told to be prepared for a busy show, and we were not disappointed. The…
If you’re looking for ways to improve the insulation in your home and reduce outside noise, consider double-glazed windows. Double-glazed windows improve energy efficiency and provide multiple benefits, like excellent thermal insulation for extreme temperatures during winter and summer and sound reduction and energy savings. Not only do these essential additions help to reduce energy bills due to improving…
One of the technical team here at Thames Valley Windows talks about How to Lubricate Sliding Doors Wheels. Video Transcription How to Lubricate Sliding Doors Wheels On all PVC sliding door models the wheels are located down at the bottom of the door. This means that unfortunately, you will therefore need to get on your hands and knees to…
Not your typical day at Thames Valley Windows Showroom Thames Valley Windows Designers took a well-deserved break from selling windows and doors and dressed up in style to enjoy a night at Windsor Races as a reward for all their consistent hard work and dedication over the last 12 months. It turns out they don’t scrub up too badly! The…
One of the technical team here at Thames Valley Windows talks about How to Operate Bi-fold Doors from Both Sides. Video Transcript – How to Operate (Solarlux) Bi-fold Doors from Both Sides “Today, I am going to show you how to operate a Solarlux bi-fold door correctly. First step is to pull the handle down to open the door….
Introduction Are you living in a modern home that lacks individuality and character? Maybe you have a more traditional property with replacement windows but want to add some character back into the property? Read the latest TVW blog post about heritage windows and doors to find out if they are truly the right choice for your needs and property. What…
We can provide you with full colour 3D visualisations, allowing you to explore options that you may not have considered, with complete peace of mind.
Our showroom consists of:
Thames Valley Window Company
Head Office & Showroom
44 Longshot Lane
Bracknell
Berkshire RG12 1RL
United Kingdom
Designed so you can view most of our product range, our show room will help you understand what options will work best for you and your home.
Making plans to improve your home is exciting. If you would like to download any of our product brochures, please visit our brochure download page.
