London Doors and Windows
Add a touch of traditional charm to your home with London doors and windows. Enhance your property by installing timber bay windows or uPVC windows and front doors, built according to the original specifications of master craftsmen from London and Surrey.
Our showroom in Southwest Ontario offers a variety of quality doors for entry as well as patio doors and windows that will enhance curb appeal and enhance the value of your home, and help you save energy.
uPVC Windows
If you are looking to replace the windows in your house, uPVC may be a good option. uPVC, a type plastic, is extremely durable and is a great choice for windows. As opposed to wood, it does not decay and is impervious to water and chemicals. It also has a higher insulation than wooden or metal frames. It is a preferred choice for window frames, and it can be used in many styles.
Upvc windows are available in a variety of colours. Some come with a textured surface to give them a natural appearance. Other windows are available in different woodgrain finishes that complement various interior styles. These windows can achieve high energy efficiency ratings and can be fitted with triple or double glazing. These windows are perfect for modern homes, and can enhance the value of your home.
They are popular because they can be opened from the top or bottom, and don't take up any space. They are easy-to-clean and can be customized to include features like Georgian bar designs or astragal bars. These windows can also be used to make older cottages more energy efficient.
A bay window is another type of uPVC windows that are a bit higher than the house. It often has a beautiful bay sill. These windows are a wonderful option for a home's exterior and are often leaded glazed to enhance their appearance. In contrast to traditional sash windows uPVC bay windows can be closed and opened to provide airflow.
GreenMatch can assist you with your uPVC installation in Essex or London. We can connect with a professional installer to help you find the ideal window for your home. Our FENSA certified installers are familiar with a broad range of window types. They will ensure that the new windows you select meet local regulations as well as energy efficient and meet the requirements of building regulations. Our FENSA certification gives you peace of mind knowing that our installers are insured, and guarantee their work.
Sash Windows
Sash windows are an integral part of London's architectural heritage. They are susceptible to wear and tear from the elements, and require regular maintenance to ensure their functionality. We provide a complete service for sash windows including installation and repair of new parts. This will ensure that your windows remain in good condition for many years to come.
Generally speaking, sash windows comprise of two framed panes that are placed on top of the other. They are held together by a frame, referred to as the box. This is placed in the aperture of the building on which the window will be set, and the two inner panes are fitted with glazing bars. They move up and down to open and close the windows.
In the beginning sash windows were designed to open horizontally however, they were later improved to open vertically. The idea behind this is believed to be the British philosopher and architect Robert Hooke. He worked with Christopher Wren, helping rebuild the city following the Great Fire of 1666 and was responsible for a number of notable structures, such as Montagu House in Buckinghamshire and Ragley Hall in Warwickshire.
There are some things that make sash windows distinctive, including the fact that they can be tilted open in the same way as a standard window. This is due to the fact that they have separate pulleys as well as weights to balance their weight. A cord that is hidden within the frame allows windows to be easily moved.
Softwood is the most sought-after material for sash windows even though modern versions can be constructed from a variety of different materials. Pine is a long-lasting and strong material that is still being used today. Installations that are more than 100 years old are common. window repair london offer a laboratory formulated wood, called Accoya that comes with a fifty year guarantee however it is a long far from the quality of English Oak that has been used in sash windows since the beginning of time.
We can install a broad selection of options for Sash windows, which allows you to maximise energy efficiency by installing triple or double glazing and even pick from a variety of kinds of obscured glass. Our installations are FENSA-registered and protected by a 10-year insurance-backed warranty.
French Doors
A French Door, or set of French windows, is a great method to let light flow into your home. They are often used to create a barrier between an outdoor space like the garden or patio from the rest of the house but they can also be a great choice for interior use connecting rooms or opening your living space to your garden.
A set of French doors usually consists of two hinged doors that have glass panes that extend the full length of the door frame. They can be open both simultaneously or one can be closed and the other opened, depending on your preference. They are usually coated with clear glass, but can also be adorned with frosted or opaque glass to create a distinct aesthetic and protect your privacy.
Whether you choose to install French doors either externally or internally, they're a wonderful addition to any London home and let natural light be flooded in. They provide an aesthetic bridge between indoors and out and can help open up your home. They can make your home appear bigger by bringing in more light and they come in a range of styles, so you can blend them into your home.
You can choose from a range of materials including traditional timber, uPVC and aluminium. Timber French doors are constructed from an array of hardwoods and have excellent thermal properties. They are extremely durable and they are resistant to weathering and warping.
uPVC French Doors are available in a variety of finishes and colours, so you can choose the ideal design for your London home. They are easy to maintain and have multipoint locking systems so you can be sure your home and family are safe.
New uPVC or wood French doors can boost the value of your London property. They are a great option to let more light in and can be a great talking point when guests are visiting. They can also be ideal for those looking to improve their energy efficiency since they are extremely effective in making sure that heat stays inside your home and cold air out.
Screens for Entrance
The brand new Elizabeth Line, (formerly the Crossrail Project) has platform screens on each of the 16 sub-surface platforms. These screens provide digital advertising and passenger information.
The initial entrance screen of the City of London Cemetery consisted of a traditional construction of Kentish Ragstone wall and Caen stone copings that were decorated with elements carved. The stone was originally encased in Portland cement but this proved less than ideal as the acid rain of the 19th Century caused carbonates to decompose and sulphate-crystallisation accelerated the decay of limestones such as Caen.
Nanolime was used to slow down the complex combination of decay mechanisms that were causing the central panel to deteriorate. This has eliminated the necessity of costly replacement of stones and provided a sympathetic alternative to more aggressive chemical consolidants.