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Choosing new windows is not something you do every day, but often we find people don’t give the design and type of windows they choose all that much thought. ‘Like for like, please!’ is often the consensus, but there is now a wide range of window materials and styles to choose from.
The right window can really elevate a property, giving it a fresh look and feel and adding value.
For older properties, particularly those in conservation areas, choosing the right replacement windows can help you improve the energy efficiency of the home without losing the period character of the property.
At Habify we offer four main types of windows. We will explain more below…
Double glazed casement windows are your most commonly seen windows on residential properties. They are made of highly insulating, durable uPVC with double-glazed glass and have a reasonably chunky frame. We often supply these in white or anthracite grey, but they are available in a choice of 30 different colours, with dual options available if you wish to have different colour internally. uPVC casement windows are very energy efficient. The large chambers within the structure of the frame allow for greater thermal efficiency, plus they are the most cost-effective choice (in terms of up-front cost and the impact on your energy bills), making them a good choice for cost-savvy homeowners looking for an energy-efficient window.
If you have a modern home and are happy with a thicker frame for the sake of better energy efficiency, a standard casement window could fit the bill perfectly.
uPVC Flush Casement windows are becoming really popular. They are casement windows made to mimic the style and proportions of traditional timber windows and are so named because the windows sit flush against the frame.
uPVC Flush Casement windows offer energy efficiency without the bulk and modern look of a standard casement window. This design is neat and elegant, and the traditional look makes them a great option for heritage properties.
uPVC Flush Casement windows are so sympathetic to heritage properties that they are even accepted in conservation areas and some listed buildings. As with the casement windows, you can have your uPVC Flush Casement windows in a choice of 30 different colours, with dual options available.
If your home is an older property which would have originally had timber windows, we strongly recommend a flush casement window. Many properties from the Victorian era or older have since had standard casement windows installed – the flush casement windows look so much better and will go a long way to restore the original charm of your property.
Aluminium windows are a stylish, high-performing option. Full disclosure – aluminium windows are not the cheapest window on the market, but in terms of a low-maintenance, long-lasting and durable choice, aluminium is worth it. In addition to its performance, aluminium looks fantastic on both traditional and modern buildings.
Much like the Flush Casement window, the design is sleek and elegant, with slim sight lines that give you plenty of natural light.
You can have aluminium frames in almost any colour – great if you are colour matching to an existing element on the property – but by far the most popular is black, mimicking the traditional Crittall style industrial look seen in the early-mid century. In terms of energy efficiency, aluminium performs well and can be supplied in double or even triple-glazed options. It’s also available with a weatherproof coating making it a great window option for coastal properties.
We LOVE these windows in art deco era properties as well as ultra modern homes with clean lines and minimalist features. We also see these windows look amazing in older property renovations, particularly in Norfolk coastal homes.
Created by Nordic company Rationel, our range of solid timber and composite windows are incredibly versatile. With the modern, minimalist design of Velfac and Rationel Aura and the heritage style features of Rationel Forma, we have a timber/ composite window to suit any style of home.
This range of windows has a highly insulating timber core, with an aluminium outer casing to protect your windows from the elements. The Velfac range has this casing as standard while the Rationel brand can also be ordered as solid timber only.
In terms of their life span, this range is the most impressive, with Rationel’s alu-clad options promising up to 80 years!
Because there are so many aesthetic options available with alu-clad windows, we think they look great in any property!
If you are looking to replace your windows within Norfolk and Suffolk and would like a no-obligation quote, don’t hesitate to get in touch – you can do this via our Contact Us page, or email us directly at enquiries@habify.co.uk
