Posted by Jeremy Gilbert | Posted in House and Home | Posted on 12-08-2009
Timber windows are an increasingly popular choice for both new build and renovation projects. There are many reasons why they are such an excellent choice and below we list 10 of the more compelling reasons. Beware – by the end of this article you might want a new set of lovely timber windows!
1. The aesthetic properties of timber windows are unsurpassed by those of windows utilising other materials.
2. Planning committees prefer timber windows to be implemented in areas of architectural interest due to their traditional appearance and the materials used. Traditional sash sliding timber windows are still manufactured today along with many other heritage styles.
3. One of their benefits is that they can be fully customised allowing them to blend in with existing products. This makes them the perfect choice for both extensions and replacement windows. Locking mechanisms, fasteners, handles and restrictors can all be supplied to match the style of window.
4. As they can be so much more easily repaired than pvc, they will have a much longer life and as a result are the perfect investment choice – if looked after accordingly.
5. For those caring buyers who are conscious of the environment, timber windows are a wise choice due to the material’s sustainability. Accreditations are carried by many of the timbers used in the manufacturing industry to certify they come from a reputable and sustainable source.
6. Using factory-applied, microporous paint finishes means that timber windows are extremely low maintenance and the use of high quality window furniture also reduces future maintenance.
7. Timber is the ultimate recyclable and sustainable materiel requiring extremely low energy consumption to process, and in use is thermally efficient.
8. Timber maintains the appearance of traditional windows without compromising the practicalities of modern technology and design.
9. Utilising vertical brush draught excluders on timber windows results in highly effective and efficient draught exclusion.
10. Finally, all professionally constructed timber windows:
- have the option of ‘Phon’ Accoustic glass for superior sound insulation.
- have the option of ‘Phon’ Accoustic glass for superior sound insulation.
- come double glazed as standard and incorporate Pilkington K Low ‘E’ glass and Argon gas-filled cavities.
- are fitted with key operated locks as standard and toughened or laminated safety glass is also an option.
Hopefully the above information will help you with the decision making process, after all, you want this decision to be the right one!
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