Jan
Is Secondary Glazing Effective? For some time now, property owners have relied upon double glazing as a method for reducing noise and discomfort within their homes. However, there is a product available that can be almost as effective at reducing noise and improving efficiency. That product is secondary glazing. Secondary glazing involves installing a supplementary […]
Jan
Most homeowners know that windows do a lot more than simply keep the weather outside, and the warmth inside. Windows give your house character, and some offer an incredible aesthetic appeal. However, if your house is listed, then you should always seek advice before making changes and installing new windows. While sealing existing timber windows, […]
Jan
Whether you’ve just bought a brand-new property, you’re settled and thinking about the future, or you’re simply looking to sell, home-improvement solutions can often breathe new life into your home. Although replacement windows might not initially be at the top of your list for home improvement projects, they probably should be. Drafty, foggy, or difficult-to-open […]
Sep
Typical, isn’t it? The long-awaited school summer holidays are spent checking the weather forecast and hoping the ominous overcast clouds might clear. Festivals, camping trips and bank holidays are a wash out. Then, the week the kids return to school – out comes the sun! The Great British weather has once again brought us an […]
Sep
The paddling pool is packed away, the kids are back in school, and the fancy spiced coffees have returned to the cafes once again; it can only mean one thing – autumn has arrived. Although it’s a shame to say goodbye to summer, autumn brings with it plenty of things to enjoy. Cosy jumpers and […]
Jul
Most roofs in the UK are angled in order to allow rain water to drain away quickly and efficiently. But there are some buildings that may be fully or partially flat roofed. Often single-storey extensions, garages and converted orangeries have flat roofs, or partially flat roofs. Many people won’t think to make use of the […]
Jul
Summer time means long lazy evenings, jet-setting holidays on the horizon and, wait… what’s that buzzing noise? Flies really are the fly in the ointment of an otherwise lovely summer’s day. They’re unhygienic, irritating and just plain stupid. When they manage to find their way into the house through open windows or doors, their incessant […]
Jul
If you’re lucky enough to own a period house, the likelihood is that it has plenty of unique and timeless attributes that make it a pleasure to call home. The windows in period properties are often beautiful – sliding sash windows that let in air and light, bay windows that provide a brilliant sun spot […]
Jun
Although it might seem ridiculous today, there was a time in England when people were taxed for having windows in their home! This week iGlaze takes a look at the historic window tax. The window tax was a property tax based on the number of windows in a house or building. It was introduced in […]
Jun
Arguably the most aesthetically beautiful and timeless form of window pane, the stained glass window has a colourful history. The history of stained glass When people think about stained glass windows they usually conjure up images of churches, which is where they are most often found. While they look stunning and give churches their other-worldly […]