subject: Wooden Windows - The Many Overlooked Benefits [print this page] A top quality building project can easily be ruined if the wrong style and type of windows are selected. The many benefits of traditional wooden windows are often overlooked in favour of UPVC, the material most commonly used. Here are a few reasons why wooden windows are worth careful consideration and why they could end up being the 'icing on the cake' of your home renovation or build project.
Casement windows and traditional sash styles continue to be manufactured today and will blend seamlessly with the period look of your home. If you are looking to achieve a level of authenticity, wood is the only way to go. Local planning committees prefer timber windows to be the material of choice in areas of architectural interest. Whilst the the traditional appearance is maintained, none of the practicalities offered by advancements in technology and design are missing. Any design of handles and mechanisms can be chosen to fit your style. These windows will also have the option of 'Phon' Accoustic glass for excellent sound insulation and comply with the latest Building Regulations including document L.
The ability to customise the look is another really important factor as you can achieve exactly what you want as a finished product. Having the ability to incorporate completely bespoke designs is an excellent feature if that's needed for your home.
Another great benefit of wooden windows is that surprisingly they can have a longer life than PVC. The reason being that they can far more easily be repaired and restored. Maintaining them over time with the recommended finishes will of course extend their life. The windows will be very low maintenance due to the factory-applied microporous paint finish. The windows can of course retain a natural wood look if that is what's required for the finished look of the house.
An often overlooked but crucial benefit to using wood as a material for windows and doors is that this is a great example of a sustainable and recyclable materiel, requiring much less energy to process. For the environmentally aware buyers, accreditations are displayed by many manufacturers, confirming that the wood comes from a reputable and sustainable source.
Hopefully these few benefits listed above are enough to at least make you consider looking into wooden windows thoroughly before any firm decision is made. It's certainly better to consider your options carefully before installation, than wishing you had done so after the event. This would of course be a very costly mistake should you decide that the wrong choice was made.
