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Steve Winscott, company director at Nine Zero Timber Windows and Doors explains why introducing or expanding your timber range is a commercial must. As someone who’s spent 20 years in the industry, I’ve seen materials come and go, trends rise and fall, and regulations grow ever stricter. But one thing has become crystal clear in recent years: sustainability isn’t just...
Deceuninck’s general manager, Darren Woodcock, says the smart money is on heritage projects. Many window companies will be keeping a close eye on the housing market as we close off 2024 and look ahead to 2025, as activity is expected to pick up, according to Darren Woodcock, general manager at Deceuninck. “The health of the housing market has long been...
We talk to Michael Gromett, MD of HS Trade Windows in Grantham, about how colour choice is a positive driving force for his business. “Seventy percent of what we produce is colour,” says HS Trade’s managing director Michael Gromett, as he discusses the impact of modern foils on his business. “We've seen a massive upturn in the last few years...
As Veka Recycling surpasses 25 million recycled PVC-U windows, we look at how the company is redefining sustainability in fenestration through its circular supply chain. Through cutting-edge practices and a clear vision for the future, Veka is proving that recycling isn’t just about waste reduction – it’s about redefining the lifecycle of materials. As construction sectors face increasing pressure to...
The resurgence of timber windows and doors is providing a wide range of opportunities for installers and re-sellers. Joe Trueman, shareholder at Glyngary Joinery, explains the advantages that quality hand-crafted timber products offer. In recent years, we’ve seen timber windows and doors make a significant comeback in the UK’s construction and home improvement sector. While PVC-U and aluminium have long...
We talk to Aluplast’s director of sales & marketing, Ian Cocken, about the impact energy efficiency has on a home’s value. House prices rose at the end of the summer, almost reaching the record highs set two years ago, according to reports from leading lenders. Halifax said that the average house price is now £1,000 shy of the record set...
Andy Jones, sales and marketing director for England and Wales at Silka explains why the price of aluminium and PVC-U windows and doors cannot be compared – as homeowners understand upfront cost means a futureproof home. When you’re looking for a new car, you expect a Rolls-Royce to be significantly more expensive than a BMW, and that’s where we’re getting...
Senior Architectural Systems has supplied dual coloured and slim framed aluminium fenestration solutions to the external façade of a new multi-storey hotel in Coventry, a specification that was designed to ensure the interior spaces benefited from plenty of natural light. Constructed by main contractor Bowmer and Kirkland, Hotel Indigo Coventry has been designed by architect, Chapman Taylor, and boasts a...
Selecta Systems marketing manager, Mark Walker, and Lesley Edgar, managing director at 3D visualisation provider Red and Gray, talk about the use of CGI imagery and new advancements in AI technology within the fenestration industry. In today’s digital world, it is common knowledge that 3D visualisation is firmly entrenched as a tool to make advertising any product easier and less...
Glass Times talks to Rob Horton, director at Horton Plastics, about the success of the company, its close working relationship with Rehau and Shepley Windows and the decision to integrate online sales into its business offer. Glass Times (GT): Give us some background on Horton Plastics – what are the foundations of your business model? Rob Horton (RH): We’re a...
Ben Brocklesby, director at Origin, discusses the impact of colour and offers practical advice to installers. The decisions are endless for homeowners when renovating their home. From floor plans through to materials, aesthetics and function, every aspect must be considered. Colour plays a crucial role. It influences mood, atmosphere, and the overall feel of a space. The trend of aggressively...
Arkay Windows and AluK have collaborated to deliver a stunning glazing solution for the prestigious £53 million Escapade Silverstone development. Nestled in the heart of the legendary British motorsport circuit, this luxury project comprises 60 bespoke villas, that are said to blend cutting-edge design with ‘technical mastery’ to offer motorsport enthusiasts an immersive experience. The successful partnership between Arkay Windows...
Almost half of all aluplast windows currently sold in the UK are foiled. We spoke to its Director of Sales & Marketing Ian Cocken, to get his take on how the colour market will change in 2025. Undoubtedly for us, colour has been the biggest area of growth within the business in the last 12-months. Not only have our foiled...
The latest consumer research from fenestration specialists Keystone suggests that sliding patio doors are still the preferred option for buyers. Overall, in the first three quarterly surveys produced by Keystone in 2024, 38% of homeowners say they prefer sliders, 30% prefer French doors, and 25% prefer bi-folds (7% no preference). That trend was reported to be one of the key...
WarmCore is much more than just a premium domestic bi-folding door, explains Mark Frain, national business development manager for WarmCore. He explains that there is considerable opportunity in the commercial and new build housing sectors for warmer aluminium windows and doors. Most people in the trade will have associated WarmCore with premium, highly energy efficient bi-folding doors, but it is...
As the desire for heritage style windows gain popularity, flush systems are making a bold statement, far beyond traditional restoration projects, presenting a unique opportunity for fabricators and installers, says Phil Gregory, design and development manager at Veka. The modern homeowner’s preference for minimalistic, clean-lined designs has intertwined with a desire for authentic, heritage-inspired details, This means flush windows, which...
Paul Kennington, Veka’s technical director, explains how the systems company is delivering fabric efficiency for Net Zero future. As the fenestration industry awaits the progression of the Future Homes Standard in England, as well as Scotland’s own standards consultation in summer 2025, Veka has been preparing a catalogue product for customers to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape. The Future Homes...
There are many window systems on the market that been developed to offer improved energy-efficiency, but not many have a UK patent and have been awarded a King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation. James Keeling-Heane, sales director from Senior Architectural Systems, explains more about what it means to be a winner, and why innovation continues to be such a big...
Energy efficient products remain a big driver for sales, with homeowners, architects and developers looking to improve thermal performance, thus reducing energy usage and bills. Selecta Systems’ technical manager, Cliff Prosser, explains the company’s philosophy behind ensuring that any new developments continue to be fabricator and installer friendly, whilst also being as cost effective as is possible. Windows and doors...
Sustainable building design is as much about creating buildings that are energy efficient as it is working to reduce embodied carbon in the way products are made. Samantha Hill, head of marketing at Reynaers Aluminium, discusses how the company is building energy efficiency into its products and practices – and the progress it has made. The consideration of energy efficiency...
