Your home, your style
For many people, their home is their pride and joy – and we all know that first impressions count.
The exterior of your property is vital to that initial impact when people arrive at your home. As such, you want to ensure that your windows and doors are high-quality, reflect the aesthetic style of your home, and provide peace of mind that your house is secure.
There are a variety of distinctive styles of windows available, made with two different materials: uPVC and aluminium. uPVC can be finished in a wide range of colours, and even with a timber effect, mimicking a wooden window visually but with superb energy efficiency. Aluminium is incredibly adaptable, and very low maintenance. Both options can be fitted with either double or triple glazing.
Choosing your style is where is gets exciting!
Casement Windows
Casement windows can work for both modern and period properties in equal measure. Attached to its frame by one or more hinges at the side, this window style is low maintenance, sound-proof, and secure, boasting phenomenal energy-efficiency ratings.
The frames are slimline, maximising the light pouring into your home, and come with the latest locks and bolts. You could even opt for a stylish Georgian bar option for a more traditional look.
Vertical Sash Windows
Gone are the days of dealing with rattling, unstable and clunky sliding sash windows. Modern yet elegant Vertical Sash windows are now available in both uPVC and aluminium.
This classic and timeless style of window has been brought right up to date using cutting-edge technology and is constructed in an alternative way to traditional timber windows, which are prone to developing problems.
The modern construction eliminates issues, increases the lifespan of your new windows and enables you to opt for a sliding sash at a size not previously possible in timber.
Tilt n Turn Windows
The ultimate flexible window, a tilt n turn design is a superb choice if you’re looking to bring maximum light into your home. This style of window is also very easy to clean, due to its design.
You can either opt to open these windows vertically or horizontally, which is incredibly convenient, especially if you live in a flat or apartment in a multi-story apartment.
There are a huge number of styles and choices available. You can now purchase windows in virtually any colour you can imagine, giving you complete control over the design of your final product. From the sleek, modern and sophisticated, to a more traditional heritage combination, every home and personal taste can be accommodated.
Where to get more advice
Realistic Home Improvements is a family run business supplying an exclusive range of high quality Windows, Doors, Conservatories, and Orangeries to homes across the Westcountry. It has a show site in Saltash, where customers can experience superb local customer service.
The company has been established for over 10 years and its aim is to provide quality products and workmanship, ensuring that expertly designed solutions really meet your needs.