Internorm has informed us of a product recall for I -tec Blinds Battery Charger Charger effected Data Code 2005-8559 Risk: Fire Details I -tec Blinds Battery Charger This product presents a severe fire hazard What to do next If you believe you have an affected charger, stop using it immediately and contact our service department for further information service@tvwindows.com 01344…
One of the technical team here at Thames Valley Windows helps to answer the question How do you Fix a Dropped Window? Video Transcription If you’re having issues with your window closing or making strange sounds that they didn’t make when they were first installed… So, for example, this one… has an ever so slight squeak. So, what I’m…
Pirnar offers an award-winning range of luxury designer front doors. Each is a masterpiece in itself. Founded in Slovenia in 1966 by Franc Pirnar, the company started as a family craft business and is now run by the third generation and is led by reliability and integrity that defines the unique culture of a family-owned business. Driven by its motto…
One of the technical team here at Thames Valley Windows talks about How to Fix Door Handle Not Fully Engaging to Top. Video Transcription A common issue we have with doors a lot of the time is handles not fully engaging all the way to the top. So, to get over this, you’ll need a 4mm Allen key and then…
Thames Valley Windows has extensive experience within the residential and commercial industry, working on bespoke slimline sliding door solutions and collaborating with architects and contractors. Our works vary from small home extensions and refurbishments to new builds and developments. Thanks to nearly forty years of experience in the glazing industry, we can work concisely to achieve various glazing configurations to…
One of the technical team here at Thames Valley Windows helps to answer the question How do you Fix a Dropped Window? Video Transcription Normally, if a window’s dropped and you’ll find that the bottom locking side of the window will be rubbing on the bottom. Now, nine times out of ten, this will probably need an engineer because it’ll…
Internorm has long been regarded as the market-leading supplier of high-quality European windows and doors and has been established in Austria for over 90 years with three extensive production sites. They offer a range of materials from innovative uPVC and traditional timber with superior aluminium cladding in numerous design options to fit individual projects. The combination of long-term durability, superior…
We are delighted to see the slimline aluminium bow windows we installed into a home renovation property in Weybridge featured in Homebuilding and Renovating Magazine. A fabulous article filled with exciting information. From the history to the difference between bow and bay window styles. Bow and bay windows are popular in period properties and can be designed in various openings,…
We are thrilled that one of our Eco House projects for a grand oak timber framed new build in Streatley was featured in the recent Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine. The Streatley new build was designed to reduce carbon footprint and consume less energy than it uses. The house can generate renewable energy to reduce utility bills with solar panels, an…
One of the technical team here at Thames Valley Windows shows you how to lubricate a door mechanism. Video Transcript Okay. So, it’s very important that you maintain your door sort of every three months, just to keep the locking mechanism working as it should do, and it stops any dust and debris that might get inside it. So, I’m…
Working with one glazing specialist to specify a complete architectural glazing solution for your retail or commercial project simplifies the process. It means one point of contact to manage your whole project from concept through design to installation. Collaborate with Thames Valley Windows Thames Valley Windows is a family-owned and independent glazing company; we specialise in the design, supply and…
We are delighted the aluminium bifold doors, and fixed windows we designed and installed into a London Victorian Terraced House Renovation have been featured in the latest 22/23 RIBA Residential Publication. The latest publication showcases the best residential renovation and refurbishment projects by some of the most talented UK architects, contractors and Interior designers. Peter Lancaric, over at PLANSTUDIO…
One of the technical team here at Thames Valley Windows shows you how to adjust external door hinges. Video Transcript Okay. So, normally, a lot of our door adjustments tend to be because the door is normally rubbing on the bottom here. So, to get over this, what we would normally do is take a Stanley knife and you’ll see…
A glass room has become a popular and cost-effective solution for extending a home and allows homeowners to enjoy the outside all year round. Since the pandemic, there has been a rapid demand in the UK for glass room extensions to extend the living space and blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living. There are several ways you can…
From timber and aluminium to uPVC, different properties demand different window solutions. With nearly 40 years of expertise in the glazing industry, Thames Valley Windows offers a vast array of styles, and the knowledgeable team is able to advise on the most suitable types of window frames for all homes. Here, Managing Director Ryan Schofield explains the differences between the…
One of our technical team here at Thames Valley Windows shows you how to fix a front door that is not shutting properly. Video Transcript “Now, another issue can be if the door isn’t quite engaging properly and it tends to want to bounce back. Normally, this is to do with the one that’s in the middle, which is what…
Autumn and Winter is a popular time of year for choosing a new entrance door. Here are a few of the most popular front door designs for 2022. We are thrilled to see the dark green composite front door we installed in Hook featured in the latest Real Homes publication. The “Front Doors” article contains contemporary and traditional front door…
The Thames Valley Windows team were again delighted to hold a coffee morning at our Bracknell Showroom to fundraise for Macmillan Cancer Support. This year the TVW team broke some eggs, rolled up their sleeves and hosted our own Thames Valley Windows Great Bake Off. Our enthusiastic bakers pulled together to whisk up an array of tasty homemade treats, and…
Natural light, space and brightness are among the most significant factors to consider when designing a home’s interior. In our latest blog article, we put together some dining room ideas for external and internal bi-folding doors. Whenever a living space is bright and spacious, it creates a minimalist and warm ambience. A colourful room filled with objects became a trend…
Units Shattering for No Reason Spontaneous glass breakage is a glazing term used when a tempered glass unit shatters without any impact, which is a rare phenomenon. Whilst there is no way to identify glass that can be affected by spontaneous glass breakage, it will only occur in toughened glass. Toughened glass, also known as safety or tempered glass, is…