Traditional Looking Windows

Of the many styles of windows frame on the market one think stands out when you look at a property that has been fitted with wooden windows, a traditional look.

It depends on your preference as to why you would select wood over PVCu, but for many people that preference is simply cost and appeal.

Historical homes will always look a lot more, well, historical with wooden windows frames. It goes without saying that even though PVCu will be more energy efficient, a historical home or property with UPVC windows will look out of sorts.

Styles

Listing off the styles of wooden windows frames is easy; the difficult part is choosing which you prefer.

• Hung Windows – These are probably the more ventilation friendly of all the designs. With the windows opening at the top these are usually the safer choice for upstairs rooms. They do have a tendency to leak, but good care and a spot of waterproof seal can cure any problems.

• Picture Windows – The choice of a person that likes to see outside, they are not something you generally associate with a living room, more on stair wells with a view outside as they do not open.

• Casement Windows – The design that is usually seen in a kitchen or work shop area. They do have great ventilation, open outwards but are associated with easy break-in.

• Bay Windows – For the connoisseur, these windows are the type that protrude out from property, have great ventilation with multiple openings, and look great in ‘Georgian’ themes. Again this window is associated with easy access for burglars but a good alarm system defends against this.

• Awning Windows – A sash style of window, one generally seen on the downstairs of property although you will see them upstairs. They give a prairie house feel to a property and are also used on historical homes. The one disadvantage of using these windows upstairs is safety and of course what your fingers – ouch!

• Hopper Windows – The basement windows that opens to the inside. Allows for ventilation and can help keep a basement dry rather than smelling of damp. Depending on size, an intruder might like to attempt this window before any other on your property and if you are looking for wear and tear, to hardwoods

All these windows come in a variety of wood, from softwoods that are not very good if you are looking for wear and tear, to hardwoods of cherry oak, oak, cedar and many more, which are much more robust.

Price and Damage

Being fair to good old wooden windows there are some advantages, as mentioned earlier price is an appeal point. They are much cheaper than PVCu and can be almost as energy efficient, for a while anyhow.

They do have a tendency to warp and split due to the elements, but a good point to make is the ability to easily repair a damaged frame.

Another reason why people like to choose wood is the ability to paint the frames, this helps them to tie in with the property color and prevent damage associated with rot.

ALUMINIUM CLAD WOODEN WINDOWS has been created to help home owners to improve home design and save some energy. These wooden windows range are ideal for a long usage in odd to giving a longer lasting peace in mind. Aluminium windows have a combination of two benefits, which is warm soft or hard wood on the inside, and with the low maintenance aluminium on the outside, supported by the guarrentee of 25 years. After guarantee period ends you could still get a new guarantee after specialists review. Conditions would apply.

TRIPLE GLAZED WINDOWS made to increase the in energy saving performance. And in abour 1.1 the U value can be reduced with triple glazed windows or lower using argon gas up to 0.2 W.

All main window frames either sashes is made using hardwood or softwood. Triple Glazed windows will fit into any project. The hinge system which is reversible means that the windows also lends itself to use in multi-storey developments, where its reversible mode makes some work such as cleaning and other daily maintenance a lot more easier, by reducing the need for scaffolding.

The other type of wooden windows are the Traditionaly Flush Fitting wooden windows which are designed in growing needs for a traditional style flush fit casement windows, most of for conservatories and inside city new renovation or development. This  range of wooden windows provides the good option and then runs even more further. U Values optimized up to 1.2 W and lower up to 0.2.

However, to maximize the quality, all wooden frames and sash windows components are usually made with laminated wood as it is a very friendly and easy solution. All components which are top quality such as posts, sills, and drips of head are used by  manufacturers with non-laminated red wood or oak.

This gives the companys to offer an extended guarantees on paint system, wooden frames, glazing units, by giving everybody from the specific to the end users total satisfaction. Traditional type of wooden windows are available completely painted in any colour.