Coloured window frames are a great addition to any home, adding aesthetic appeal to your property. However, coloured frames are, unfortunately, no less susceptible to damage than plain white ones. Although uPVC is remarkably resilient and durable, it can still be scratched and pitted by mechanical means. For example, if you accidentally scrape a mortar trowel on the window frame…
Company Notice White spacer bar shortage Unfortunately, due to a global material shortage of ‘light polymer’ which is now affecting all of the uPVC & glass industry, particularly the production of white and grey spacer bar we are now forced to change to ‘Black Spacer Bar’ on all ongoing & new orders for all double and triple glazed products. Currently,…
Video Transcription: Hi, I’m Marcus from Thames Valley Windows, and today we will be looking at the Atrium Plus roof system. The glass atrium roof is an innovative system that is either combined with a vertical frameless glass system to enclose a living room area or on its own as a standalone roof to cover the patio. The Atrium plus…
No matter what type of building you live in, whether it be a period property or a new-build home, you may experience an issue with energy-efficient windows and condensation. While it may appear to be a minor problem, if you don’t deal with it quickly it could cause long-lasting problems that can be costly to fix including mould and dampness….
If your home always feels dark and gloomy inside, you’re probably looking for ways to increase its natural light – after all, living in a light environment has been shown to have positive benefits for your health and well-being. Fortunately, there are several ways you can achieve this goal and here are just a few. Add Mirrors Most people are…
Over the last 20 years, the term “open plan” has been a key buzzword amongst interior designers and builders. As the focus has increasingly been placed on collaborative working, increased family connections inside the home, and creating an illusion of extra space in crowded urban developments, it’s easy to see why internal glass walls have become so popular. Glass partitions…
We work hard to maintain a reputation for innovative glass solutions, a question we are often asked is what is switchable glass? There are several ways in which glass may be turned to opaque from transparent (and vice versa) and each method has its own application. However, when it comes to construction and design, the term “switchable glass” is usually given to electrochromic…
Unsure what a composite front door is? Then we have news!! The steel blue Apeer front door that we installed into a detached property in Camberley was recently featured on the Homebuilding & renovating online article What is a Composite Door? The article features advice on the benefits of durability, security, thermal efficiency, weather resistance and low maintenance compared…
Frameless glazing is a glass and aluminium product that is designed to create a stylish and contemporary aesthetic to a property thanks to minimum visible frame and maximum visible glass. Modern and slimline, these products can be purchased as opening or fixed windows or sliding windows, or even as a combination of windows and a frameless glass door system. So,…
These days, there are roof lights available in a wide variety of configurations and styles, and that means that you’re sure to find the perfect roof light to suit your roof and home’s style, whatever it may be. However, when you’re looking for the right roof light solution for your flat roof, you have two option – a flat roof…
We are very excited to see the stunning hardwood timber front door finished in the Heritage colour of Dulux DH drab that we installed in detached property in Winkfield feature in the April Edition of Build It Magazine alongside so many other inspiring double glazed wooden windows and door installations! The article is filled with key things to consider when…
To celebrate the easing of lockdown and the reopening of retail shops and our Bracknell showroom, we are delighted to be offering Internorm Triple Glazed Windows for the price of Double. Whether you are looking for an architectural glazing solution for a passive house or home renovation, Internorm offers high performing triple glazed windows in a range of materials, colours…
We are delighted that two of our uPVC and timber-framed Conservatories that we designed and installed featured in the Homebuilding online article “Conservatory Roof Replacement: The Options”. 2020 saw a huge trend in demand for extensions with a glazed roof compared to a tiled conservatory roof, homeowners wanted to remove brick walls and replace them with transparent glass panels creating…
Sustainable home ideas and inspiration! We’re delighted! to see the triple glazed timber windows we installed in an oak timber-framed new build in Streatley has been featured in the Living etc., online article “How to make your home sustainable – RIBA architects share their advice”. A spectacular on-trend article about reducing your carbon footprint within your property: it highlights a…
Triple glazed windows are the latest innovation in the glazing industry for exceptional thermal insulation and a preferred choice in building regulations for new build properties or certified passive house. Determining whether triple glazed windows are a better investment when purchasing double glazed windows or secondary glazing will depend on property location or type of home renovation. Of course, double…
Following the latest Government announcement that as of Monday 12th April 2021, England will move to step 2 of the roadmap out of lockdown We are delighted to announce that from this date, our Bracknell Double Glazing showroom will re-open by appointment only. To ensure that we keep our team and customers safe and adhere to social distancing measure we…
Home extension design ideas to transform your home? Homebuilding online has put together this great article, “Building an Extension”, and we are thrilled to see two of our contemporary glass extensions have been included in this feature. The article is filled with exciting information on the thermally efficient floor to ceiling glazing options for both side and rear extensions…
Great article on exterior doors in the April edition of Real Homes. We were thrilled to see that the slimline aluminium sliding doors that we installed to a home extension in Warfield featured on page 147. The article is filled with interesting facts and information on the different types of quality external doors that make a visual impact for the…
Environmentally sustainable timber doors and windows are becoming a popular sustainable choice for UK homeowners. It is great to see the Timber front door we installed in Winkfield featured in the Build It April edition. The article “Timber Doors and Windows” is filled with interesting facts and expert advice on the key things to consider when choosing sustainably sourced wooden…
Press Release: April 2021 Modern glazing is an essential design element of low energy and sustainable new build homes thermal envelope. The latest innovation and advancement in glass technologies and low-emissivity coatings in double and triple glazed windows have improved the thermal insulation performance of windows and doors. This combination reduces the need for additional heating, air conditioning or artificial…
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Our showroom consists of:
Thames Valley Window Company
Head Office & Showroom
44 Longshot Lane
Bracknell
Berkshire RG12 1RL
United Kingdom
Designed so you can view most of our product range, our show room will help you understand what options will work best for you and your home.
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