A cosy living room with a glowing fireplace and a comfortable armchair, creating a warm atmosphere. Through a large window, a storm is visible with heavy rain, strong winds, and swaying tree branches, highlighting the contrast between the inviting interior and the harsh weather outside.

A Quick Guide to Window and Door Performance

When choosing new windows, you’ll often come across lots of numbers and technical terms: U-values, Part Q, PAS24, air permeability,…

Internal view of three curved-top Palladian-style Winston sliding sash windows with Georgian glazing bars. The windows are framed with custom shutter boxes and painted to match the interior, showcasing a traditional yet functional design that allows for natural light while preserving the building's historic character.

How We Tailor Heritage Windows and Doors for Listed Buildings

Choosing windows and doors for listed properties isn’t just about historic aesthetics, they also have to create a comfortable living…

A double-glazed glass unit is centred in the image. On the left, a cold, icy landscape with a snow-covered mountain symbolises low temperatures. A blue arrow points away from the glass unit, representing cold air being reflected out. On the right side, two cosy feet in patterned socks are propped up near a warm fireplace. An orange arrow points toward the inside, showing heat staying in. The image illustrates minimal heat loss, with the double-glazed unit effectively keeping cold air out and retaining warmth inside, visually representing the concept of U-values.

What is a U-Value? Energy Efficient Windows

Are you seeking the most energy efficient windows possible? Then your windows need low u-values. A whopping 85% of us…

A modern house exterior featuring large grey-stained Accoya timber framed windows and doors. The building showcases expansive glazed screens and stylish architectural lines, with a blend of large tilt and turn windows and Tutbury bifold doors. The wooden cladding and glass accents create a seamless connection with the surrounding green lawn and open sky.

Why Architects Love Accoya

Accoya wood has become a favourite among architects designing high-end projects, especially for timber windows and doors. Its design flexibility,…

Side-by-side view of two timber sash windows. The window on the left shows minimal weathering, with slight paint peeling and light wear. The window on the right is in perfect condition, made of Accoya with a microporous coating, showcasing smooth and even paint with no visible cracks or imperfections. Both windows are painted the same colour and set against a light-coloured wall, emphasising the contrast between the slightly weathered timber and the pristine, well-maintained Accoya window with advanced coating.

Accoya vs. Common Timbers: Which is Best for Durability?

Selecting the right timber is essential for creating high-quality, long-lasting windows and doors. At Gowercroft Joinery, we prioritise materials that…

Accoya vs. Red Grandis

When choosing timber for external applications such as windows, doors, or architectural features, two options stand out: Accoya and Engineered…

Joiner sands window frame in factory setting.

9 Essential Questions to Ask Your Joiner About Your Windows and Doors

When choosing timber windows and doors, aesthetics are often the first thing people think about. You want products that look…

The Process Behind Engineered Red Grandis: Growth, Harvesting, and Lamination

Why is Red Grandis Sustainable? We choose Engineered Red Grandis for its performance and sustainability. How is Red Grandis Grown…

A stack of newly constructed Red Grandis timber window frames, placed on a red pallet inside a busy workshop. The frames showcase the natural light brown color and smooth finish of the sustainable wood. The background reveals various tools, materials, and woodworking equipment, highlighting an active joinery environment.

The Environmental Benefits of Using Red Grandis Timber

Choosing the right timber is crucial for sustainable construction. At Gowercroft Joinery, we are committed to using materials that not…

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