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  • 10th January 2020

    Glass Extensions: A Buyer’s Guide

    Glass extensions for modern and traditional properties. Are you thinking about a stylish and modern home extension that maximises light for your property? Looking at glass conservatory or orangery options, but are unsure where to start? Don’t worry. In this quick glass extensions buyers guide, we have selected some of our favourite glass extensions that we have designed and installed…

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    • 29th December 2019

      Secondary Glazing Benefits for Noise Reduction

      Secondary glazing is one of the best replacement windows for noise reduction. As most of the external noise we hear enters into our home through closed windows, homeowners presume the ideal solution would be to replace them. By replacing windows with double or triple glazed window frames will not necessarily reduce noise. If you’re looking for noise-reducing windows for your…

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      • 17th December 2019

        Porch Doors – Best-Selling Front Door Porch Ideas

        Porch doors and front door porches create a stylish entrance to your home. A porch adds character and a warm, welcoming effect to your home and is the perfect way to provide extra, storage space and improve your property’s kerb appeal. Porch Doors – What are some of our best-selling front doors for a porch? Let’s take a look. Apeer…

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        • 16th December 2019

          Christmas and New Year Opening Times

            Our office will be closed from Tuesday 24th December and will re-open on Thursday 2nd January at 9 am. During this time, our showrooms are open by appointment only. If you are starting to think about your 2020 home improvement projects you can still request a quote, or download any of our window and door brochures. We wish you…

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          • 10th December 2019

            New Year – New Front Door? 10 Reasons to Replace Your Entrance Door in 2020

            New front door for 2020? New Year means new changes for a lot of people. But what about your home? One of the many things homeowners change about their homes is their entrance door. Your front door is the first thing your family and friends will see when visiting you! You could upgrade to a modern composite door or the…

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            • 3rd December 2019

              Glass Roof Lantern Do I need Planning Permission?

              Planning permission is a question many homeowners ask when making home improvements to their property. If you are thinking about installing a glass roof lantern to a new flat roof home extension, or replacement roof for orangery or conservatory, let’s take a look if you need planning permission from local planning authority to install a roof lantern. What is a…

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              • 30th November 2019

                Standard Window Sizes v Bespoke Made to Measure?

                Are all Windows Standard Size? When replacing existing windows, or installing new double glazed windows, homeowners ask the question does my home have standard window sizes? Technically there are no standard window sizes for every property in the UK. While some window manufactures and DIY retail stores stock ready-made standard window sizes, this can cause confusion to homeowners looking to…

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                • 29th November 2019

                  Black Friday Competition – Win a Signed Max & Harvey 2020 Wall Calendar

                  Black Friday Competition We are giving away a signed A3 Max and Harvey 2020 wall Calendar. With some live performance shots and never-before-seen photos too! HOW TO ENTER… Complete entry form below or share our SOCIAL MEDIA post     COMPETITION RULES Like, share and tag a competition post on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter and tag a fan or friend…

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                  • 26th November 2019

                    Homebuilding and Renovating Show 2020

                    Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 January 2020 Farnborough IE&CC Etps Rd, Farnborough GU14 6TQ New year, new home improvement project? Homebuilding & Renovating Show 2020 kicks start the year and is a key event for self-builders and renovators looking for new home improvement products and technology for their building projects in the year ahead. This is the 2nd year that…

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                    • 15th November 2019

                      Brown Windows? – What’s the Best Front Door Colour to Choose

                      Do you have brown wooden windows or rosewood uPVC windows and looking for a new front door for your property in Berkshire, Surrey and Hampshire? Brown doubled glazed windows are both classic and timeless they create an impression of grandeur on the exterior of a property while adding warmth on the inside. It is also important to remember some colours…

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                      • 8th November 2019

                        Window Mullions and Transoms – A Glossary

                        What Are Window Mullions and Transoms? Here at Thames Valley Windows, we make sure to keep homeowners informed about all the architectural window jargon. You may not have heard of window mullions and transoms before; however, you have likely seen them! Ultimately, they are the specific names for the beams on modern windows. Let’s take a closer look. What Are…

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                        • 31st October 2019

                          Replacement Windows – Winter Is on Its Way!

                            With temperatures dropping, now is the time to order replacement windows and doors for your home! During autumn we need to make sure that our homes are prepared for the cold winter months to come. As the sunny summer mornings start to become a distant memory and we start to feel a chill in the autumn air, you may…

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                          • 25th October 2019

                            Window and Door Trends for 2020

                            From large windows and less frame to the return of sliding glass doors, here are some of the biggest double glazed window and door trends for 2020 defining the glazing industry in Autumn/Winter 2019-2020 and what is on the property market horizon for next year. Whether you’re looking to replacing your windows and doors, renovating a new extension or building…

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                            • 16th October 2019

                              Reading Santa Run 2019

                              Thames Valley Windows are proud to be sponsors and supporting Rotary Club of Reading Santa Run. This is the 6th Annual Santa Charity run to be held on Sunday 8th December 2019 in the heart of Reading, Berkshire. Over 1500 runners take part in this annual Santa dash event that raises thousands of pounds for many local charities – This…

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                              • 8th October 2019

                                Grey Windows to Enhance Traditional and Modern Homes

                                Grey Windows is the New White! – White windows have always been a part of the UK home design landscape. For many people, white offers a clean, neutral look which is easy to keep up to, and it’s never too harsh on the eyes. However, it seems that the days of traditional white windows being the norm for properties across…

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                                • 1st October 2019

                                  Autumn Sale on Double and Triple Glazed Windows

                                  Autumn is a time of year that many people look for new double or triple glazed windows. There are many benefits to having new energy-efficient windows during the colder and darker months, as they can transform a previously cold and draughty room into a warm and inviting one.   Get the perfect windows for less with these great Autumn deals enjoy…

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                                  • 1st October 2019

                                    Evolution Autumn Sale – 70mm Storm & Flush 70 Windows

                                    For Orders Received between 1st October – 30th November 2019 * A new season means new savings! Why not shop our Evolution Autumn sale on 70mm Storm & Flush 70 timber alternative casement windows and save 20%. Evolution timber wood effect windows are packed full of carefully considered and expertly crafted features that create the perfect luxury enhancement for your…

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                                    • 25th September 2019

                                      Macmillan Coffee Morning at Thames Valley Windows Showroom

                                      Join us in supporting the ‘World’s Biggest Coffee Morning’ Pop in for a cuppa & and slice of cake from 10 am   Thames Valley Window Showroom 44 Longshot Lane Bracknell Berkshire RG12 1RL   Macmillan Cancer Support. Every coffee morning changes lives    

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                                      • 24th September 2019

                                        Architectural 3D Visualisation Service for Home Improvements

                                        Our in-house architectural  3D visualisation service is a unique, one-of-a-kind visualisation software within the double-glazing window industry. Thames Valley Window company identified a need to provide a quality visualisation design service to residential customers for home improvements. We have been creating and offering this architectural 3D visualisation service for over 20 years, and it has evolved from traditional paper, pens…

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                                        • 11th September 2019

                                          Christmas 2019 Installation Dates

                                          Christmas Installation Dates Count down to Christmas begins – not really but if you want double glazed windows and doors installed before Christmas 2019, now is the time to contact us! Now that the school holidays are over, we can start thinking about getting those home improvements done in time for the festive season. If you’re considering replacing your windows…

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