Monday 10 October 2016

Have you ever thought about having sliding Skylight Windows?






Have you ever thought about having sliding Skylight Windows?

You ever imagined decorating your room or adding something special to your room, if so then you should try sliding skylight windows. Skylight windows bring natural light and new life to a room, it also improves our health and happiness as well.

The concept of sliding skylight or roof light windows is incredible especially when you can open up almost the entire ceiling space to the outdoor. It changes the experience of your room and environment with the touch of a button. It looks like a fairytale but this is true now you can add sliding skylight windows to your room. The sliding skylight windows are available in different designs.

Thursday 15 September 2016

Do you know that Energy-efficient windows can help to reduce your home’s energy?


When you choose a double glazing company you can choose energy efficient windows which can save you money on power bills and can help to reduce your home’s energy usage.

Do you know that you can calculate your potential savings when you choose energy-efficient glazing? Yes, that's right. You can calculate how much you could save by installing energy-efficient window systems in your home by using GGF calculator.

You can follow steps to calculate energy-efficient windows:

1.You can find a calculator on GGF's website or click here.
2. You will find a page like this where you can also enter what you expect to spend on replacing your windows into the calculator, in order to find out how long it would take you to recoup your investment in the form of energy savings.
3. You can follow the instructions and it will show the potential savings.

Tuesday 23 August 2016

Decorative Windows and Doors Glasses Alternatives to blinds and Curtains.



Are you tired and bored of old fashioned windows and doors glass styles?

If yes, there are few tips to decorate your home windows and doors glasses and try them.

1. Stickers:



You can dress up all your glass surfaces with peel and stick window stickers. You can have fun by transforming your windows and door glasses with stunning colorful stickers. They are easy to install and remove and it will bring style to your glasses without damaging your surface. These are not expensive and very easy to install.




 2. Stained Glass:


Stained Window Films extends a stylish alternative way to curtains, blinds. It can enhance privacy to your home without replacing glass itself.
These easy to install films comes in different styles, colors, and patterns. Reflective window films are in fashion and ease to apply.




3. Frosted Glass:


These glasses come in different patterns and allow different privacy levels. These decorative glasses allow more lights in with obscuration. and allow more light into the internal house.

Tuesday 16 August 2016

Have You Ever Made These Big Mistakes When Choosing A Double Glazing Company?


 


You should consider few things when you are searching for double glazing companies. Most homeowners do these mistakes and even do not realise it. You should consider these things in mind when choosing double glazing companies.

1. UPVC or Aluminium- If you have to buy a car do you go to a grocery store or an electronic store? No, right! This is the mistake you make and do not realise, if you are looking for UPVC windows and doors then search for the companies deal with UPVC windows and doors and if you are looking for Aluminium windows then search for Aluminium windows and doors. Most homeowners do not consider these things and some companies just to make money mislead people. Some companies adverts say they provide 10 years guarantee on UPVC windows and you make a mistake of investing in Aluminium windows.

2. Research- When you buy an electronic item you check their online reviews then why not when making a big investment in windows and doors. Always check their customer reviews, read their terms and conditions, check they are Fensa registered or not. Some big companies claim they provide 10 years guarantee but they do not tell you all the parts of their guarantee.

Monday 15 August 2016

10 Most Common Double Glazing Mistakes

Everyone has a different budget and thinking behind double glazing. Some people believe in the quality of services and products and some only go for cheap options. People do not make any plans for their double/triple glazing and just dive into the doings.

You may end up being unhappy with your installation and it could result in spending more money on putting it right than expected. The most common mistake people make is by not planning it.

1.Planning & Credentials- When you buy a house you make lots of plans then why not choosing right double glazing companies and do not go to comparison or planning people to take a good advice. Glazing planners help in planning your installation and make your life easier.

You should check your installers credentials and their reviews online and do some research on the company.

2. Initial stage- You make mistakes at three times, 
  • Once at sales- 
  • once at survey and 
  • finally at installation
You should keep it in mind at sales that you ask all the necessary question about products and services and before signing any contract make sure you get everything and is included in the contract. Once Surveyor comes for the final measurement double check everything with him that the items you require are all included and he inspects the property well. Finally, at installation before making final payment inspect your property.

3.Fensa and Glass & Glazing Federation Certified installers- You should check the company is Fensa and GGF certified. Some customers do not ask and see these things at sales. There are lots of benefits of using a Fensa and GGF installers.

4.Paperwork- Most customers do not ask companies about their procedure and do not read their terms and conditions before making a contract. Always get everything in writing including cost estimates, time frames, product selected etc

5.Designs and Profile- You should check your contract if all the designs and profile is right. Sometimes you make changes after sales but salesmen forget to include them in the contract. Whenever you make any changes make sure they include in the contract.

6. Safety Glass- You should check safety glass should be installed where applicable and should check with Fensa and glass and glazing federation. 

7.Energy Efficient Glazing- Some people do not keep it in mind when going for double glazing.  Energy-efficient windows can help to reduce your home’s energy usage and save you money on power bills for years to come. You should include Agon gas filled or ''A'' rated windows and can calculate your energy efficiency

8.Trickle Vents and Child Locks- Customers do not check small items and then at installation or after installation notice these things which cost them extra money and hassle. Always include these things in the contract if necessary.

9.Obscure Glass- Sometimes customers do not ask installers about obscure glass and at installation they find that the privacy level is not as per their imagination. Always go for a higher privacy level for bathrooms and toilets.

10. Windows and Doors opening directions- The last and most common mistakes homeowners make is the direction of their windows and doors openings. There is a great chance of mistakes, you need to open your door on left side and your salesman opens it on right. Always check the drawings and sketches they make and see all the details in the contract otherwise it could be a big trouble.

All the glazing companies follow their contracts strictly you should read terms and conditions and your contract carefully. You can have your hassle free installation with the glazing planner, for the peace of mind hire us and we will do the rest.