Last week, I watched a burglar try to break into my neighbour’s house.
He spent thirty seconds on their cheap uPVC windows before giving up. Why? They’d just installed premium timber frames with multi-point locking systems.

Ever walked into a rustic living room and felt instantly at home? Picture exposed wooden beams framing large windows, natural light streaming through reclaimed wood frames that just belong.

Walk into any design showroom in London right now and you’ll spot the obvious design trend – everything’s gone organic. Natural wood everywhere, stone surfaces, linen curtains. Last month at the Grand Designs Live show, I counted: eight out of ten exhibitors were pushing biophilic design as the must-have for 2025. But here’s what bugs […]

Last week, while walking through a Victorian neighbourhood in Bristol, I couldn’t help but notice something striking. Seven houses in a row had abandoned their white window frames for something bolder. Terracotta, sage green, even a stunning midnight blue that made me stop and take a photo. We’re finally brave enough to treat windows as […]

Most people assume wooden windows are less secure than uPVC or aluminium. They’re wrong. Last year, insurance data revealed something remarkable: homes with modern timber windows experienced 67% fewer break-in attempts than those with standard alternatives. That’s not a typo. Two-thirds fewer attempts. Why? Because today’s engineered timber frames have evolved far beyond what most […]

What You’ll Learn in This Guide Introduction Here’s a call I dread receiving: “The windows have arrived and they don’t fit.” It happens more often than you’d think—and almost always because of measuring errors at the start of the project. The frustrating thing is, measuring for replacement timber windows isn’t complicated. It just requires care […]

What You’ll Discover in This Article Introduction Here’s something that surprised me when I first started working with timber windows over a decade ago: most homeowners focus entirely on the upfront cost. They’ll compare quotes, negotiate discounts, maybe stretch to double glazing—but they rarely calculate what those windows will actually cost to live with over […]

We take pride in making hi wooden windows and doors. They are designed to look great and work well. As the UK’s top timber product makers, we focus on quality and new ideas. Every custom timber window and door we make is built to last. They add beauty to any home, old or new. Introduction […]

What You’ll Learn in This Guide Introduction Here’s something I hear constantly: “I love the look of timber windows, but aren’t they high maintenance?” It’s the biggest concern homeowners have—and honestly, it’s based on outdated information. Yes, your grandmother’s 1950s wooden windows probably needed repainting every few years. They stuck in humid weather, rattled in […]

Replacing timber windows in listed buildings needs careful thought. It’s important to keep the building’s history while making it energy-efficient. Getting listed building consent and planning permission is crucial for any window work Choosing the right timber windows is key. They should match the original look and feel of the building. This way, the property’s […]