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  • 4th January 2021

    Three of the Best uPVC Sash Windows

    We are absolutely delighted that the timber alternative sliding sash windows that we installed into an impressive new build property in Tadley featured in the January 2021 edition of Build It magazine in “Three of the best uPVC Sash windows” article. EXCEPTIONAL Upvc Sash windows Manufactured in Britain With over 50 years of experience in the UK glazing industry, Genesis…

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    • 30th December 2020

      Local Window Companies Near Me

      With a vast choice of local window companies to choose from in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Surrey, Oxfordshire and South East, why choose Thames Valley Window Company? Whether you’re dreaming of replacement double glazed windows and doors, building a home extension or installing a conservatory or Orangery, you are going to need a window company to design and install your windows…

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      • 18th December 2020

        Why Choose Slimline Aluminium Windows For a Berkshire Property?

        Trends come and go, but here at Thames Valley Windows, we have seen an increase in the demand for Slimline Aluminium windows creating large floor to ceiling windows, offering rooms filled with natural light and panoramic views for both residential and commercial Berkshire properties and we expect it to continue in 2021. Slimline Aluminium windows offer a sleek and stylish…

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        • 11th December 2020

          2020 Christmas Opening Hours

          From all of us at Thames Valley Windows, we want to take this opportunity to thank all our loyal customers for their continued support. We hope that you will have a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year! 2020 Christmas Opening Hours Thames Valley Windows office will be closed from midday on Tuesday 22nd December and will re-open on…

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          • 3rd December 2020

            The 2021 Architectural Glazing Trends You Need to Know About

            No home extension, or renovation project is complete without featuring beautiful architectural glazing in some form, from new energy-efficient double-glazed windows to sliding doors or a roof lantern to fill your home with natural light and the sense of space. If your mind is racing with new ideas on how to improve your home, why not look at some of…

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            • 2nd December 2020

              Roof Lantern Ideas

              Roof Lantern ideas – Homebuilding online article featured the uPVC roof lantern we installed into a beautiful Orangery we designed in Wokingham. Roof Lanterns: What, Why and How article is filled with interesting facts and information from what is a roof lantern,  to the difference between roof lights and roof lanterns and which one is more expensive. Professional advice on…

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              • 2nd December 2020

                Ways to Beat the Winter Blues With Natural Light

                We have news!! The roof lantern that we installed into a kitchen extension in Bracknell featured in the December 2020 edition of  Your Home magazine! The ‘Make you Home Lighter and Brighter’ article offers some professional advice on ways to beat the winter blues by flooding living spaces with natural light. A fantastic double-page article on roof lights with details…

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                • 2nd December 2020

                  Press Release: Glazed Extensions

                  Press Release: December 2020 Minimalistic modern glazed extensions are our speciality; we have the expertise to design impressive, Orangeries, Conservatories, Garden rooms and Kitchen Extensions. Experts in creative design and innovative glazing for both contemporary and traditional properties, Thames Valley Window Company, offers homeowners and property developers superior architectural glazing solutions to create impressive aesthetics. Thermally efficient glazed extensions are…

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                  • 1st December 2020

                    The Top 4 Window and Door Projects For 2020

                    As we approach the end of 2020, we thought it would be a good time to share some inspirational home renovation ideas in the form of our top four window and door projects from the past year. We are proud to deliver architectural glazing solutions to homeowners in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Surrey, Oxfordshire and South East make a genuinely positive…

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                    • 27th November 2020

                      Glazing Bars Make A Comeback in Bi-fold Doors?

                      2020 has seen a huge resurgence in the glazing industry for aluminium bifold doors with glazing bars As the saying goes, “what goes around, comes around” – and glazing bars that hark back to the Georgian and Victorian periods are back in trend in the 21st century and are one of the most sought-after additions for modern bi-fold doors.  …

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                      • How to hang a Christmas Wreath on Front Door
                        20th November 2020

                        How to hang a Christmas Wreath on Front Door

                        Decorating your front door with a Christmas wreath is one of the many traditions for homeowners in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Surrey, Oxford and South East. Whether you have a composite door, aluminium entrance door, a traditional timber door, or modern uPVC front door, a festive wreath adds Christmas cheer to the entrance of your home. If you haven’t decided between…

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                        • 18th November 2020

                          Inspire Design Virtual Home Show – 20th – 22nd November 2020

                          Inspire Design is returning for a second year running and Thames Valley Windows is delighted to announce that we will be attending this year’s Virtual Home Show.   The show will feature several local businesses, each representing a different sector of the home design industry from Kitchen and Bathroom designs, Architecture and Planning, Home extensions, Renovation and New Builds, to…

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                          • 17th November 2020

                            CHAS Accredited Contractor

                            Thames Valley Windows are now a CHAS Accredited Contractor (Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme) The purpose of CHAS is to help contractors (suppliers) and buyers in the construction industry with the assessment of health and safety competence. We were delighted to receive our certification in July 2020 to congratulate us on passing the assessment process for contractors. This health…

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                            • 12th November 2020

                              Floor to Ceiling Windows

                              Floor to ceiling windows is one of the must-have contemporary glazing solutions for both residential properties and commercial buildings creating, light, space and views. Windows and doors are an important architectural design feature of both modern and traditional homes that add aesthetic value to properties. Not only do they connect the outside in, but provide an abundance of natural light…

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                              • 11th November 2020

                                GUEST POST: Denby share their Top 5 Design Tips for Creating a more Mindful Kitchen

                                Your home is your sanctuary and the way you decorate it can greatly affect your mood. To help you create a more serene space, Hayley Baddiley from Denby gives us her top tips for putting together a mindful kitchen. Mindfulness is the practice of being grounded and free from distractions and, as the world becomes more fast-paced, people are turning…

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                                • 6th November 2020

                                  National Second Lockdown Update: We are Open and Here to Help

                                  As we enter a national second lockdown in the UK, the COVID-19 trend for home improvements looks set to continue. Here are Thames Valley Windows the demand for double glazed windows and doors is also showing no signs of slowing down. Following the latest government announcement and guidelines, we can confirm we are still OPEN FOR BUSINESS. Throughout the second…

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                                  • 2nd November 2020

                                    Dormer Windows for Loft Conversion in Listed Buildings

                                    Guess What? Our dormer window installation in Reading has been featured in the latest issue of Your home, a beautiful magazine filled with hundreds of ideas and inspiration on interior trends, home improvement, and delicious cooking recipes. The article is all about creating more space with a loft conversion; it is the perfect lockdown inspiration to homeowners looking to add…

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                                    • 2nd November 2020

                                      Choosing Front Doors

                                      Amazing to see our Apeer composite front door appear in the article on ‘Choosing Front Doors’ in the November edition of Build It. The UK’s longest-running self build magazine on home building, DIY and renovation for self-builders and renovators. A super feature with key considerations and advice on door designs, choosing the right material from timber, aluminium, composite and uPVC,…

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                                      • 2nd November 2020

                                        Roof Lights and Lanterns

                                        In case you missed it, we were proud that two of our roof lanterns we installed into an Orangery in Wokingham and a glass roof extension in Crowthorne featured in an article on lanterns and roof lights in the November 2020 issue of Self Build & Design The ‘Light from Above’ article offers some guidance and advice on what to…

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                                        • 2nd November 2020

                                          We Featured in Grand Designs Magazine

                                          We are thrilled that one of our double glazing renovation projects is featured in the November 2020 edition of Grand Designs magazine the award-winning publication to accompany the television show hosted by presenter Kevin McCloud on Channel 4. The installation of Evolution Storm timber alternative windows, in a beautiful thatched roof cottage in Reading, is featured on 82. Register online…

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