How Can Preserving Heritage Buildings Benefit Education?
Haileybury School Preserving heritage buildings is not merely an act of architectural conservation; it's a gateway to the past, a portal to local history, and a treasure trove [...]
What are Sash Windows and How Do They Work?
Sash windows are a traditional type of window that became popular in Georgian architecture, and continued to be popular through the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Their elegant, timeless design means they [...]
Everything You Need To Know About Casement Windows
A casement window is any window set on a vertical or horizontal hinge and is usually fitted in single or double panels. Casement windows typically swing outwards, apart from the tilt-and-turn [...]
Reduce your energy bills this winter with window insulation
According to a new report, poorly insulated homes will pay around £1000 more on gas bills this winter. Homes rated band F for energy performance are set to pay £968 more [...]
How to paint timber sash windows and doors
Timber windows, including sash windows, can deteriorate over time, and this is particularly true of those that are exposed to the elements. Wind, rain and sunlight – not to mention wind-borne [...]
Cleaning & Maintaining your Timber Windows & Doors
Good quality timber windows and doors are made with durable, long lasting timber such as Accoya, painted with long lasting microporous paint, and glazed with high performance double glazed units, to [...]
Safety in Mind – Timbawood is proud and pleased to be accredited for CHAS and SMAS
At Timbawood we have always put Health and Safety first, at the heart of what we do to deliver the complete service for contractors and clients. So we are pleased to [...]
Green Homes Grant Scheme: Double glazed timber windows and doors
The government’s Green Homes Grant Scheme is causing some confusion for our clients in terms of what it means for double glazed windows and doors. Unfortunately double glazing and draught proofing [...]
How to stop heat coming through your windows in Summer
At Timbawood we are usually asked how our windows can keep the heat IN – and we have a range of solutions to optimise that. But what happens when temperatures rise [...]
Alternatives to Secondary Glazing
Conservation officers often request that listed or conservation properties be fitted with secondary glazing rather than having the original timber windows replaced. This is because it is seen as a solution [...]
Sash Windows versus Casement Windows
When it comes to period properties, there are two main types of window: Sash windows and casement windows. But what is the difference between a sash window and a casement window, [...]
Glazing designs for bathroom windows and doors
Bathroom windows not only need to provide safety, good insulation and ventilation - they also need to give a property’s inhabitants peace of mind when it comes to privacy. [...]
Why wooden sash windows are the most environmentally friendly option
Wooden sash windows are the most environmentally friendly option for a number of reasons. Whether you’re choosing between wooden sash windows or uPVC, or even the less common option of aluminium [...]
UK’s leading window expert praises our restoration work on Grade II Listed building
Charles Brooking, Founder of the Brooking National Architectural Museum, is widely regarded as the UK’s leading window expert and historian. So when we were given the difficult task of restoring the [...]
New range of casement window hardware & security features
At Timbawood we are pleased to announce we are now offering our timber casement windows with a choice of 6 hardware finishes, as well as additional security options. This is to [...]
Why the depth of the sash window frame is so important
Many standard design sash windows have thick frames, often up to 174mm thick. This is far thicker than the sash window frame would have been when it was originally made, [...]
Sash Window Hardware: Choosing ironmongery for your sash windows
Classic sash window hardware hasn’t changed much throughout the various eras, whether that’s on Edwardian, Victorian or Georgian sash windows. But there are still a few things to consider when choosing [...]
Glazing options for period windows and doors
At Timbawood we pride ourselves in offering our clients a vast range of options for glazing period windows and doors, whether that is within our timber box sash windows, casement windows, [...]
Period Front Doors: Panels & Mouldings
Period front doors throughout the ages, from Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian through to more modern styles, are notable for their elegant panel and moulding designs which give a door depth, shape [...]
French Doors: Design inspiration
French doors are a classic, timeless feature of many period homes. They often feature at the back of houses leading out into a garden, patio or balcony, and [...]
Box Sash Windows: Our Ranges
The Timbawood box sash window is characterised by slender profile sections, fine mouldings and slim glazing bars, in keeping with the original design of period sash windows. We specialise in exact-match, [...]
Choosing Colours for Edwardian, Victorian and Georgian front doors
Choosing a distinctive colour for your period front door is a great way to personalise your home without needing to alter the façade of your property. It can make an inviting [...]
Accoya timber – our choice for timber windows & doors
Accoya is our first choice for our timber windows and doors, being at the cutting edge of wood science. Not only is it thermally efficient, it is more durable and dimensionally stable [...]
Glazing for period, conservation and listed windows
Glazing for heritage properties The original glass in many period sash windows and casement windows, called crown glass, would have been hand-made and has a unique uneven reflection (see above right) [...]
Replacing Georgian, Victorian & Edwardian Sash Windows
Period Sash Windows Throughout the ages, sash windows have been designed and manufactured in different ways, but there are some key features that each era is known for. At Timbawood, as experts [...]
Replacing & Repairing Sash Windows on Listed Buildings
Replacement sash windows on listed buildings are commonly Victorian or Georgian, each with their own unique design and character. Whether you’re looking to repair or replace your sash windows, there are many [...]
Listed Building Consent: Slimline double glazing on Listed Buildings throughout London and Home Counties
Bespoke Double-glazed Listed Buildings As specialists in double glazed windows and doors for listed, conservation and period properties, we have successfully installed our elegant slimline double glazing, which looks just like [...]
Our Conservation and Listed windows and doors approved in over 30 planning authorities
Bespoke Listed Windows & Conservation Windows Restoration and replacement work on timber windows and doors on listed buildings and conservation properties can be difficult to get planning permission for, due to the [...]
How to insulate sash windows to reduce heat loss
Most heat in a home is lost through the windows and the roof. There are some simple ways to reduce heat loss, such as improving loft insulation and fitting carpets. There [...]
How to soundproof sash windows to reduce traffic noise and the sound of noisy neighbours by 75%
If you live on a busy road or have noisy neighbours, it can be really difficult to get a good night’s sleep. According to the World Health Organisation, traffic noise alone [...]
3 ways to reduce condensation on the inside of windows
With winter on the way and temperatures dropping fast, condensation in your house is likely to increase, and may cause damp problems if left unattended - but there are some simple [...]
How to get planning permission for new windows on listed buildings
Listed Building Consent Timber windows on listed buildings can only be replaced or restored with planning permission, or 'Listed Building Consent'. When granting listed building consent, planning officers are looking for [...]