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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 4 Mar 2026
More COLOUR
Heritage Window Collection by Deceuninck introduces more window colours to its collection, to complement every home.Colour has become one of the most powerful ways for homeowners to express their style, and nowhere is that more evident than in the growing demand for coloured windows and doors. What
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 4 Dec 2025
Prepare Your Home For The WINTER
Prepare your home for the winter season with The Heritage Window Collection by Deceuninck As the nights draw in and the temperatures drop, homeowners begin to feel the familiar chill in the air. While the cozy atmosphere of the season is something to look forward to, the rising energy bills that com
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 4 Dec 2025
A Contemporary TUDOR-STYLE Property
Contemporary Tudor-Style Property Built With Residence 9 Windows A traditional red-brick new-build property nestled in the Sussex countryside has been constructed as a contemporary, mock tudor-style home with the use of R9 Windows and French Doors in an English Oak colourway. The property features a
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 4 Dec 2025
7 REASONS
7 Reasons To Choose Residence 7 With energy costs rising and homeowners facing more pressure to make meaningful, long-term improvements to their properties, choosing the right windows and doors has never been more important. Beyond appearance, people are increasingly considering thermal efficiency,
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 22 Sept 2025
TRANSFORM new-build homes
Residence 7 windows transform Farmhouse-inspired new-build homes in LeicestershireA beautiful selection of new-build properties in Austrey, lying mid-way between Tamworth in Staffordshire and Ashby-de-la-Zouch in Leicestershire, have been elevated with the installation of Residence 7 windows in Pain
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 19 Sept 2025
PREPARE for Autumn and Winter
Prepare Your Home for Autumn and Winter with Heritage Window Collection by Deceuninck As autumn settles in and winter approaches, homeowners begin to feel the familiar chill in the air. While the cozy atmosphere of the season is something to look forward to, the rising energy bills that come with co
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 19 Sept 2025
INDUSTRIAL Meets CONTEMPORARY
Hörmann Heritage style doors – Industrial aesthetic meets contemporary function Inspired by the clean lines of our industrial heritage the range of Heritage-style internal doors from Hörmann have been designed to create a feeling of light and space. Combining the perfect blend of generous glazed pan
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 14 Mar 2025
Authentic HERITAGE Styling
Transform Your Home with Authentic Heritage Styling More than just a trend, heritage aesthetics offer a versatile yet bold design statement for any living space The Right Door:Choosing a door is a big decision. We know one of the rising interior design trends is to make a statement entrance, transfo
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 1 Oct 2024
The Residence Collection Shares EXPERTISE
The Residence Collection Shares Expertise On When Homeowners Are Most Likely To Install New Windows And Doors With an increase of 170% in searches for ‘house renovations’ in the last quarter, there indicates a notable increase in demand for window and door upgrades throughout 2024. From energy-effic
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 12 Mar 2024
The POWER Of RENOVATION
The Power Of Renovation Introduction:The transformation of Beaumont Mews within St Albans, Hertfordshire, exemplifies the delicate balance of preserving history while embracing modernity. This barn conversion project, set within a conservation area, breathed new life into the existing structures, cr
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EXTENDING YOUR HOME · HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 6 Mar 2024
Embracing SPRING
Embracing SPRING: The right windows illuminate your home with natural light, according to The Residence Collection With research showing natural light has a powerful and positive effect not only on mental health but also on physical health and general-well being1, it is becoming more important than
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 22 Nov 2023
Demystifying CONSERVATION
In this article, Mike Bygrave, Director at Roseview Windows discusses using uPVC windows in conservation areas, and what you can and can’t do. Roseview has been manufacturing uPVC sash windows since 1985, giving us almost 40 years of experience in heritage windows. Throughout that time it’s been cle
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 22 Nov 2023
The GUARD House
Transformation Of The Guard House with Bereco’s Sustainable Window & Door Replacement Service The Guard House is an impressive Grade II listed property situated in the centre of the historic city of Winchester. As its name eludes, the property once guarded the entrance to the Peninsula Barracks whic
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 22 Nov 2023
Maintaining ARCHITECTURAL Integrity
Maintaining ARCHITECTURAL Integrity When it comes to preserving the charm and character of heritage homes or adding authentic aesthetics to modern properties, every detail counts. The windows, in particular, play a crucial role in maintaining the architectural integrity of these properties and Mercu
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 13 Sept 2023
The Charm And Calm Of Heritage
The charm and character of heritage windows When it comes to preserving the charm and character of heritage homes or adding authentic aesthetics to modern properties, every detail counts. The windows, in particular, play a crucial role in maintaining the architectural integrity of these properties a
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 13 Sept 2023
Colour Trends for All Seasons
The Residence Collection reveals growing demand for popular colours trends Every season brings all new, fresh interior styles and colour palettes. Experts from premium window and door designer, The Residence Collection, has studied consumers' colour preferences and habits to determine the most popul
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 16 May 2023
TRANSFORMING A Period Home
Transforming a Period Home It was love at first sight for the owners of this gorgeous period property in West Yorkshire. However, upon moving into their new home, traffic noise from the local ring road turned out to be far more than they had bargained for, making them doubt whether they had made the
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 15 May 2023
TRANSFORM Your Home
The Residence Collection Shares Top Tips On How To Transform Your Home With New Windows And Doors Fitting new windows and doors can be one of the biggest renovation projects that you undertake in your home, especially if you live in a period property. If you’re planning this for your next big home p
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 7 Jul 2022
Why Choose RESURGENCE?
Why Choose Resurgence? Resurgence is the Flush Sash window for the 21st Century, with the charm of a traditional timber window and all the benefits of modern energy efficiency.A fully mechanically jointed ‘timber alternative’ PVCu window which has successfully passed BSI security testing (PAS24 and
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · NEWS · 9 Mar 2022
CONSERVATION Nation
Conservation Nation: Why a change could be as good as a rest(oration) Brimming with rich history, conservation areas are blessed with the presence of architectural treasures. From picturesque Tudor cottages and grand historic houses, to inner-city Victorian warehouses and contemporary model housing
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EXTENDING YOUR HOME · HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 19 Oct 2021
Feeling FLUSH
Combining the style of traditional timber windows and doors with modern energy efficiency and security, the Heritage Flush Collection from Deceuninck is the perfect addition to both period and contemporary homes.What are the most important things to think about when buying new or replacement windows
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · NEWS · 12 Oct 2021
The Right Window SOLUTION
Finding The Right Window Solution For Your Listed PropertyImage source: Shutter Stock If you’ve been struggling with finding the right window solution for your listed property, then this article is for you. We’ve got a few tips that we’d like to share on how to find the right window, and what some o
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · NEWS · 12 Oct 2021
Modern GLAZING
Modern Glazing In Period Properties Trying to introduce modern glazing technology into period and listed property remains an ongoing challenge, particularly when it comes to listed properties. Conservation departments are protective of original heritage glass found in listed buildings. The climate a
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · NEWS · 12 Oct 2021
INCREDIBLE Glass Restoration
Incredible glass restoration project at Grade I listed Manchester Town Hall GQA centre Absolute Training Solutions Ltd has contributed to the successful restoration of historic stained-glass panels at Grade I listed Manchester Town Hall by supporting employees of Recclesia Stained Glass through NVQ
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · IMPROVERS HOMES · 7 Jun 2021
improvers HOMES
In this case study we take a look into the home of one of our readers, who has shared a Front Door Renovation. Helen Park-Weir loves a bit of DIY, so when she decided to strip her front door, she thought maybe the 4 day Easter weekend would be enough time to complete the project. […]
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · NEWS · 1 Jun 2021
trends for WINDOWS
Revealed – the latest colour and style trends for windows STANDFIRST: A new survey, conducted by YouGov on behalf of leading window and door system company Deceuninck UK, has identified the most popular colours – and styles – that homeowners look for when choosing new windows. FEATURE: When we talk
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · NEWS · 7 Feb 2021
beautiful SASH WINDOWS
Beautiful Sash Windows – new retail brochure The Sash Window Collection, new retail brochure, has a stunning lifestyle feel, with high quality images throughout that show exactly why the Mercury sash window is a popular choice. The photography is supported with information to help homeowners
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · NEWS · 14 Sept 2020
elegant WINDOWS
An elegant alternative to original windows Timber-alternative Rose Collection sash windows help restore this Georgian cottage to its former glory. After years of neglect, Millwater Cottage was in desperate need of renovation. Built in 1752, this pretty Georgian mill house sits in a beautiful
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · NEWS · 14 Sept 2020
beautiful WINDOWS
Rob McGlennon of style and standard setting systems company, Deceuninck UK, says the latest generation of windows and doors can transform your home. Year in year out, Britain’s most desirable homes are featured in Sunday supplements, How to Spend It and home improvement magazines. The Week features
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CONSERVATORIES & ORANGERIES · HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · 9 Sept 2020
talking BESPOKE
Breathing new life into a Grade II listed property with a bespoke orangery – Westbury Windows & Joinery This stunning property was blessed with a wealth of period features and unique character, however, the traditional design did not meet the requirements of modern-day family living. The orig
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · NEWS · 9 Sept 2020
period TRANSFORMATION
Transforming a derelict property into a grand home with new doors and windows – Westbury Windows & Joinery When the owners purchased a derelict property that had been empty for a considerable amount of time, it was clear that certain elements of the building needed a complete revamp. As a res
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HERITAGE & PERIOD PROPERTIES · NEWS · 2 Sept 2020
country HOME
Windows and Doors for Country Homes and Period Properties with Thames Valley Window Company Renowned for high-quality Timber, uPVC and Aluminium frames, along with contemporary and traditional doors, Thames Valley Window Company provides a vast array of energy-efficient window and front door
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