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If you live in Cumbria , South West Scotland or Northumberland , you’ll know that our homes take a proper battering from the elements. Long winters, biting winds, driving rain and big temperature swings are part of daily life here. That’s exactly why upgrading to triple glazed windows makes such a strong case in this part of the country. Warmth that stays where it belongs Triple glazing uses three panes of glass with insulating argon gas sealed between them. That extra layer dramatically reduces heat loss compared to older double glazing. In real ...

Posted by: Matthew Spooner / Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 16:04 View Full Story

Why upgrade your existing french doors? The benefits of modern PVC replacements... French doors are a timeless feature, bringing light into your home and linking indoor and outdoor spaces. But even if you already have them, upgrading can make a big difference to comfort, security and style. Many older French doors — whether PVC, timber or aluminium — struggle with draughts, worn seals, fading frames or outdated locking systems. Modern PVC replacements solve these issues and offer major improvements homeowners across Cumbria, Southwest Scotland and Northumberland are choosing. 1. Better Energy Efficiency ...

Posted by: Matthew Spooner / Friday, December 5, 2025 at 14:01 View Full Story

Let's review how it's gone In 2012 we ventured to market with our new 44mm Triple Glazing. We were met with intrigue and interest, but we were also met with questions and dismissal from the local industry naysayers. Here is our honest review of how it's gone. The challenges we faced An industry that has manufactured and sold double glazing for thirty odd years isn't expected to jump all resources into the as yet untested triple glazing. We were not scared by the new product - we were incredibly excited. We were also up against the ...

Posted by: Matthew Spooner / Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at 09:19 View Full Story

How much does double glazing cost? That's a question we get asked a lot - so in this blog post, we explore just how much double glazing costs. In honesty, it varies from house to house and product to product. If you're looking for a ballpark price per window, we advise £450. Some will of course be higher, some will of course be cheaper, but this gives you quite a sensible budget guide. The question 'How much does double glazing cost?' is one that will be met with various different answers and below we explain why different ...

Posted by: Matthew Spooner / Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at 11:49 View Full Story

In the run up to Christmas 2017, our Facebook page featured some top tips on how to keep your home warm and increase your energy efficiency. Here's a quick recap for you to follow to improve your home energy efficiency. Sorry for the stark reminder that winter is coming... Step 1 to making your home more energy efficient Install aluminium foil behind radiators. This helps to reflect the heat back into the room rather than soaking out through the wall. Tip - put the shiny side facing towards the radiator. Step 2 to making your home ...

Posted by: Matthew Spooner / Friday, January 26, 2018 at 14:31 View Full Story