Windows and doors are key elements when it comes to home insulation, reducing bills and minimising a home’s carbon footprint. The Passivhaus concept will be making a prominent appearance at this year’s eagerly awaited EcoBuild event. On display will be several examples of  innovatively designed windows and doors, which demonstrate the versatility of UPVC and PVCU/aluminium products. These can be specifically shaped and coloured to perfectly match each unique project requirement. Exterior UPVC frames can [...]

‘Environmental impact and ongoing maintenance costs’ were major considerations during the replacement of windows for a supported living scheme designed for older people. The new low carbon recycled RECO22 window framing system from Profile 22 was used for the project. These highly advanced performance, thermally efficient windows feature frames made soley from recycled UPVC. RECO22 secured a dedicated A+ rating from the BRE for domestic applications. The Yardley Great Trust specified installation of 128 recycled [...]

With the emphasis on energy efficiency a project was recently completed, involving the installation of high performance triple glazed windows and doors. This project was entered into a competition held by the Technical Strategy Board entitled ‘retrofit for the future’. Demonstrating how a typical 1950′s or 60′s house could be upgraded and transformed to achieve around 80% energy use reduction, and negating the need for expensive rebuilds. The Nottinghamshire house in question was a perfect [...]

There has been a significant recent upsurge in enquiries about coloured and particularly black UPVC window and door frames in areas with a high percentage of listed buildings such as Sevenoaks and Maidstone, Kent. Black is a practical choice as windows appear large and are easily transformed into either traditional, period or contemporary style. More customers of FENSA registered Essex Trade Windows are opting for black or other colours such as cream, grey, green, or [...]

The Glass and Glazing Federation [GGF] is a major organisation which represents companies in the UK involved in the manufacture, supply or fitting of flat glass and related products. The GGF offers information and advice on any issue related to double glazing, replacement windows, energy efficient windows, doors, conservatories, sun rooms, safety glazing, secondary glazing, solar control, plastics and other aspects of the glazing industry. The GGF are knowledgeable about all framing materials including UPVC, [...]

One of the most exciting developments to hit the world of UPVC double glazing and one that is proving extremely popular is the concept of coloured UPVC windows & doors. The cost effectiveness and convenience of this innovation make it a market leader. Essex Trade Windows are proud to provide the best quality examples of these attractive and functional products which break the mould and set new standards within the UPVC double glazing arena. Coloured [...]

When considering UPVC double glazed windows and doors there are certain decisions for the home owner to make and the question of energy efficient will probably be at the top of most peoples list. Some basic checks can confirm that the company you are considering is working with your best interests and satisfaction in mind. A professional approach is indicated by the integration into products being offered of top performing innovations such as Argon Gas [...]

Essex Trade Windows supply and fit precision crafted UPVC double glazed replacement windows in a wide range of styles. UPVC replacement windows from Essex Trade Windows are available as top or side hinged, tilt & turn, sliding sash and casement designs depending on their intended location and function. For instance tilt & turn windows are useful where emergency access or escape may be needed particularly where vulnerable or disabled people live or frequent. All products [...]

We are delighted with the results of the recently applied search engine optimisation of our Essex Trade Windows website and are very encouraged by the rapid customer response to this improved web based exposure. On the basis of these results we have commissioned Autus Web Design & SEO Marketing to apply an SEO strategy to our associate business www.upvcdoorstore.com . This will follow a similar process, starting with the Page Tags and a series of [...]

We are delighted to announce the addition of a new page in our recent windows section giving details about popular types and styles of frame which will accommodate our excellent range of UPVC double glazed windows. We detail the differences between the most popular window designs – casement, sliding sash and tilt & turn designs. We also present to you the various reasons for the popularity of each window design pointing out the attributes of [...]