The Significance Of Heritage Windows
Heritage windows are meticulously crafted using traditional techniques and historic guidelines to ensure they match the original architectural style of older homes.
As a result, they are a popular replacement window option for homeowners seeking to restore or renovate a late 19th century or early 20th century property that is either ‘Listed’ or located in a conservation area.
Replacement window projects for these types of homes are subject to strict planning regulations, but heritage windows generally comply with these rules due to their ability to preserve a building’s character.
Classically styled with contemporary benefits
Heritage windows offer the perfect balance of classic aesthetics and modern performance, with realistic woodgrain finishes and historically accurate proportions that replicate the appeal of traditional timber windows. They are an excellent alternative to timber windows, especially when it comes to maintenance and energy efficiency.
Unlike timber windows, which can weaken over time and become less energy-efficient, heritage windows require minimal upkeep and provide superior thermal performance.
By replacing your timber windows with Amber’s range of heritage aluminium and UPVC windows, you can enjoy a warmer, less draughty home with long-lasting, durable and energy-efficient windows.
The various styles of heritage window
One of our most popular heritage styles is the flush sash window, which features sashes that sit flat against the frame when closed. This window style originated in the 19th century and is an excellent replacement option for traditional windows in period homes.
Cottage windows are another highly sought-after heritage window style that imitates the timeless design of windows found in Georgian cottages.
These windows feature Georgian bars that are carefully arranged in a criss-cross design to create the illusion of multiple panes of glass, replicating the traditional grid pattern without incurring additional costs.
The demand for heritage windows is growing
The popularity of heritage windows has skyrocketed in recent years, and it’s not hard to see why. Take a stroll around your neighbourhood and you’ll likely spot many homes featuring heritage-style windows.
It’s not just country cottages and listed properties that are embracing the heritage windows. Newer homes are jumping on the bandwagon by installing these elegant imitations of classic flush or cottage windows.
You can see for yourself just how beautiful and functional these windows are by visiting our showroom in Norwich. You can book an appointment to go over their features with our home improvement experts here.
LOOKING TO REPLACE YOUR WINDOWS?
We have a fantastic range to choose from so whether it’s a modern style or traditional timber effect windows – we are confident that we will have windows to improve any home to give it the finished look with elegance.
LOOKING TO REPLACE YOUR WINDOWS?
We have a fantastic range to choose from so whether it’s a modern style or traditional timber effect windows – we are confident that we will have windows to improve any home to give it the finished look with elegance.
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