Myth Buster - George Barnsdale

Restoring faith in timber windows – The power of paint

As a result of poor practices in the 1970s and 1980s many people lost faith in timber windows and doors. […]

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Do architects really care about the environment or are they greenwashing? (first published in ADF)

Architects say they care about the environment and want to specify timber for windows, but they aren’t? Do they really […]

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Are we taking the climate crisis and sustainability seriously enough?

Windows in any colour but always green The world is finally waking up to the climate emergency. The UK Government […]

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Performance – can you believe the claims made by manufacturers or is it a load of BS?

When it comes to fenestration performance, manufacturers offer assurances that their products comply to BS6375 part one of BS 6375 […]

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Hardwood or softwood – which is best?

“Hardwood always lasts longer” – a myth! When it comes to timber windows and doors, there is a common misconception […]

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uPVC versus timber – which is better for the environment?

In a study carried out by Heriot-Watt University’s Institute of Building and Urban Design on behalf of the Wood Window […]

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uPVC versus Timber – Which is Better Value?

Researchers at Heriot-Watt University’s Institute of Building and Urban Design, on behalf of the Wood Window Alliance, have determined that […]

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uPVC versus timber – which lasts longer?

Research carried out by the Institute of Building and Urban Design at Heriot-Watt University on behalf of  the Wood Window […]

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Why choose timber windows and doors over uPVC?

When it comes to replacing your windows, you are bound to have done a bit of research, and have probably […]

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Myth Busting Blog – Replacing Windows in a Historic Property

Windows and doors contribute to the character of any property. For those properties that are listed, the windows and doors […]

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Myth Busting Blog – Repainting Wooden Windows

There is often a misconception that wooden windows need to be repainted often, making it a laborious annual chore. With […]

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Myth Busting Blog – The Maintenance of Timber Windows

When choosing which style and material of windows to buy for your property, there are many factors which you will […]

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