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Windows have a huge influence on the appearance of a home – or a new extension if you’re building on to a property. But their contribution to a home’s kerb appeal is just one reason from a list of many that might prompt you to swap existing windows for a new design. Changing your windows might be motivated by their deterioration beyond repair. But it could also come from a desire for a lower maintenance frame material; a requirement for better energy efficiency; a wish to reinstate historic character; or an aspiration to maximise the daylight that reaches the room.

The architecture of your home should be taken into account when you’re replacing windows. If you’re renovating a period home, be aware that inappropriate window materials and styles can affect its value. For contemporary homes, and modern extensions, unfussy framing

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