How to Tell a Good Hardwood Window From a Bad One!
Having spoiled and graced many British homes for centuries, there’s no denying the natural beauty exclusively offered by hardwood windows. Classic, natural, and highly insulating, Smile Windows’ collection sees vintage charm fuse with modern design to better allow contemporary homeowners to enjoy the best of both worlds when replacing their uPVC frames.
To take advantage of the various benefits brought with hardwood windows, however, there are a few tell-tale elements look out for. Features that indicate you’ll be able to enjoy the very best timber qualities you won’t find anywhere else. What are they exactly? Read on to find out:
Seamless corner joints for a smooth finish
One of the most problematic elements to uPVC and certain poor hardwood window options is the appearance of a corner weld. This unsightly issue arises due to how more affordable it is to form frames using four separate pieces before fitting them together. This isn’t ideal for homeowners seeking the most authentic aesthetic possible, with traditional hardwood windows always featuring four smooth corners.
Depending on the level of historical accuracy you’re looking to achieve, any good modern hardwood window will maintain these seamless corner welds. This is a look that’s particularly effective when combined with a flush sash hardwood window, cementing the replacement’s willingness to merge traditional looks with modern performance.
Responsibly sourced from sustainable forests
Whether it’s a hardwood window engineered using sapele, iroko, or oak, it’s vital to ensure that it is being responsibly sourced. Sustainability continues to be an important factor for both sides of the home improvement industry, being one of the few ways to safeguard timber’s ability to be enjoyed by future homeowners.
Luckily, this is a stance that many British residents are on board with, often looking to reduce their home’s carbon footprint in any way they can. Reliable installers will always offer hardwood windows that have been sourced from sustainable forests, in many cases resulting in a higher quality timber product that looks amazing and performs even better.
Generously long predicted lifespan
One of the true signs of a good hardwood window is how likely it is to last! After all, whereas most uPVC windows come with a guarantee of between 10 and 15 years, timber’s life expectancy is generally double that, if not more. Reaching that length of time will require regular repainting and varnishing to keep your windows looking good. Needless to say, it’s worth it!
Classic Hardwood windows fit for the modern age
Smile Windows have helped improve many a home throughout the years enjoy the benefits of hardwood windows. With a suite of design options like glazing bars, leaded lights and more, we can help you customise the classic style to perfectly suit your property. For more information, get in touch with a member of the team today!
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