Sash window refurbishment and restoration
Sash windows are a classic, elegant choice for both heritage properties throughout the ages and many high end new build properties. Like any part of your home, from time-to-time refurbishment work [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 This is far thicker than the sash window frame would have been when it was originally made, [...]
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 [...]
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 and 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 [...]
Conservation and listed building windows and doors
Preserving the architectural heritage of listed buildings and properties within conservation areas presents a unique set of challenges. With stringent planning regulations and a commitment to maintaining the integrity of historic [...]
How to get planning permission for replacement windows on listed buildings
Preserving the character and historical integrity of listed buildings is paramount when considering any alterations, particularly when it comes to window replacement. Obtaining Listed Building Consent is crucial, as it ensures [...]