What Are Heritage Windows And Why Are They So Popular?
Any window christened as a ‘heritage’ design will have been designed and crafted using traditional methods so that it is in keeping with historical guidelines and can be effortlessly assimilated into older residences to maintain their style.
It is a replacement window option frequently chosen for installation into late 19th and early 20th century properties, particularly those homes either classified as ‘listed’ or in conservation areas.
They’re far more likely to receive approval from planning committees for such applications than other systems because they acknowledge how good they are for upholding a home’s traditional character.
Accurately styled and offering modern performance
Heritage windows have just as much charm as traditional timber windows and their authenticity is magnified by their use of a wood effect finish and incredibly accurate proportions, which is why they’re such an ideal replacement for wooden designs.
In contrast to wooden windows though, heritage windows don’t have a propensity to become weaker over time, necessitating tiresome upkeep, and they’re fully draught proof to make homes better insulated.
Built using either UPVC or aluminium, a heritage window can be provided with a double or triple glazed unit, whereas traditional timber windows would generally only be single glazed.
Styles of heritage window
A few styles fall into the heritage window category and the flush sash window would be one of the main ones, identifiable for having sashes that close into the window frame to create a flush finish.
The cottage window is also heritage in its styling, possessing Georgian bars to give it the cottage-like aesthetic of a Georgian window.
Fitted on the inside or outside of a window pane, they form an attractive grid pattern on a cottage window, visually dividing the pane into individual sections.
Ever more popular
Enquiries for heritage windows have soared in recent years and there’s every likelihood that someone living near you has chosen to have heritage windows installed to make their property visibly more distinguished.
Don’t assume that they’re only made for old cottages, listed buildings and other historic residences; they’re not! There are plenty of examples of heritage windows merging extremely well with the modern character of new-build properties.
Come to James Oliver if you want to view our timber-alternative windows offline. We have them elegantly displayed inside our Lincoln showroom.
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We have a fantastic range to choose from so whether it’s a modern style or traditional timber effect windows – we are confident that we will have windows to improve any home to give it the finished look with elegance.
LOOKING TO REPLACE YOUR WINDOWS?
We have a fantastic range to choose from so whether it’s a modern style or traditional timber effect windows – we are confident that we will have windows to improve any home to give it the finished look with elegance.
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