uPVC has been around since the 1930s but was only used to make window frames half a century later. Today, uPVC windows and doors are a popular choice with homeowners across Berkshire, Surrey, and Hampshire. However, not all uPVC double-glazed windows are manufactured the same or, indeed, are equally attractive. Older uPVC windows were often aesthetically unappealing and tended to develop discoloured patches on their…
Our latest blog article looks at six eco-friendly home improvements that can reduce your bills this winter and the long term. With winter around the corner, you may wonder how you’ll stay warm and cosy without raising an excessive heating bill or carbon footprint this year. Energy prices continue to rise, and it’s becoming more important than ever for us…
Highly quality double glazed Modern patio doors have long been popular with our customers in Berkshire, Surrey, and Hampshire. From contemporary sliding doors to traditional French doors, they offer a convenient way to access their outdoor spaces while allowing extra daylight to enter rooms and offer a view of your garden. We install modern patio doors in Berkshire and beyond…
You could upgrade your Berkshire home in many ways to improve your living conditions. Often, we start with the small things we think might make a big difference – buying some homely decorations, switching out the light bulbs and so on. It’s easy to put off some larger home improvement projects for fear of costs or time restraints. However, making…
Introducing Our Favourite Sliding Sash Window Projects During the Victorian and Edwardian eras, wooden sliding sash windows were popular for residential and commercial properties. Therefore, It is unsurprising that many period properties still feature this window style today. Traditional-style timber vertical sliding sash windows in this style can experience some issues as they age. The wood can rot and swell, causing many problems, while…
Welcome To Our Very Favourite Glass Room Extensions – Before and After Glass room extensions and contemporary living spaces are a stunning way to make the most of your outdoor spaces, allowing abundant natural light and unobstructed views of your garden and bringing the outside inside with sliding doors. With this in mind, we are not surprised that more of…
Welcome To The Review Of Our Favourite Home Renovation Projects In Berkshire Over the recent months, we have been proud to work on many exciting home improvement projects in Berkshire, from bathroom renovation to a loft conversion. However, few stand out in our memories as being especially rewarding to complete, thanks to the stunning results achieved and the delight our customers…
Introducing A Selection of Our Favourite Orangery Extension Projects in Berkshire Modern Orangeries is rapidly becoming one of our most frequently requested extension projects. These brick-built additions to the home feature an entire wall of bi fold doors and a glass roof to maximise natural light and the benefits of indoor/outdoor living, effectively opening space and creating a luxurious and…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
With Spring in the air and warmer weather just around the corner, homeowners start to think about their outdoor space. The kitchen is the heart of the home and a place where we spend most of our time. That is why many homeowners look to upgrade Kitchen patio doors to improve the kitchen’s functionality and lifestyle. Outdoor kitchens and living…
If you live by the coast and thinking of replacing your windows and doors for your home, in our latest article, we look at if marine-grade aluminium windows are the best double-glazing solution. British coastal homes or properties in exposed locations experience all weather, including heatwaves, freezing and snowy winter temperatures, to severe storms with strong winds and heavy rainfall….
Introduction While home trends may come and go, one trend will not become unfashionable with homeowners. And that’s a spacious and bright living space filled with natural light. Stylish external sliding pocket doors are the evolution of sliding doors with slimline frames. They have an opulent feel and are popular for homeowners to make the home feel spacious and luxurious,…
As part of our promise to deliver more choices, we’re pleased to introduce the new APEER44 front door range. The new Apeer44 composite door range combines exceptional design and skilled craftsmanship with outstanding weatherproofing and thermal performance that you can expect with all APEER products but at a highly competitive price. Apeer may be better known for our award-winning Apeer70,…
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…