uPVC Sliding Sash Windows in Warwick Avenue & throughout West London W9

Timber sliding sash windows have a much deeper bottom rail than any other part of the frame. When replacing original timber sashes with new uPVC sliding sash windows in West London W9, this extra depth is not required, so all sides of the frame can be the same size.

When working to achieve an exact sliding sash window replica however, leading uPVC brands offer the option to recreate the extra depth for authenticity.

The horizontal middle meeting rail in uPVC sliding sash windows is much thicker than that of timber windows. This is because it needs to accommodate the double-glazed unit and retain strength.

When working to achieve an exact timber sliding sash window replica however, leading uPVC window brands in West London W9 offer an optional slim meeting rail, which is achieved by bonding the glass onto the frame for extra strength.

uPVC sliding sash window frames are mostly welded together at the joints, but there are options available to period homeowners who want to maintain an authentic look.

The weld can be polished so that it blends with the painted timber, or, the joints can be screwed together to form a traditional butt joint. We tailor uPVC sliding sash windows to suit your home in West London W9.

Nowadays, timber sliding sash windows no longer use external horns to stop the cords from over-extending. For exact timber sliding sash window replicas however, the external horns can be added as a period design feature on new uPVC sliding sash windows.

Most period homeowners in West London W9 choose to have these installed and can select from a cost-effective ‘clip on’ horn or a more natural looking ‘run-through’ horn.

When manufacturing new uPVC sliding sash windows for your home in West London W9, they will be naturally smooth unless you choose a woodgrain/brush effect finish, known as a ‘foiled’ frame surface.

Period homeowners often choose this option to accomplish a more pronounced real grain timber effect.

Most uPVC sliding sash windows in West London W9 are white, however the rubber gaskets that serve to hold the double glazing are black with a coloured space bar and coloured draught-proofing seals.

Our ‘white suited’ option is available to make the entire sash window white for a more period look and feel.

In addition to the uPVC sliding sash window design options above, our approved network of uPVC sliding sash window installers in Warwick Avenue will also provide the option for external pull handles, sash restrictors, tilt function, pole eyes and architraves for your new uPVC windows in West London W9.

There’s over a dozen glazing options to choose from but most double-glazed windows are permitted under the ‘A’ Rated Building Regulations. Our approved glaziers in Warwick Avenue are fully certified and available to answer any questions you may have in relation to glass and glazing for your new uPVC sliding sash windows in West London W9.

Various different aspects must be taken into consideration for each room before installing double-glazed uPVC sliding sash windows, such as, security risk, soundproofing, anti-UV, condensation, heat retention and heat rejection. We work with period homeowners throughout West London W9 to design and install perfectly glazed uPVC sliding sash windows in Warwick Avenue and will guide you through your glazing options during the quotation process.

Toughened glass becomes a legal requirement for uPVC sliding sash windows installed close to the floor. We also work with laminated glass for uPVC window installations in West London W9 as it is a popular option where safety and sound reduction are concerned.

At London Timber Windows & Doors in Warwick Avenue, we offer an in-house uPVC window design consultancy service at no extra cost to our clients throughout West London W9. The final appearance of your uPVC sliding sash windows should blend with the interior and exterior design of your property.

In West London W9, most uPVC sliding sash windows are painted white to reflect heat, resulting in a longer life and much less maintenance. We have a wide range of colours for you to choose from and stock a wide range of sash window furniture for uPVC sliding sash windows.