Replacement Windows, Double Glazing, Double Glazed Conservatories and FENSA Information From The Window Man UK

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FAQ: The abbreviation FENSA stands for FENESTRATION - SELF ASSESSMENT. The uk dictionary definition of the word fenestral or fenestrate is " belonging to or like a window" The word fenestration is "the arrangement of windows in a building". FENSA is used by double glazing uk trade companies to certify that their replacement windows and doors installed comply with Building Regulations Document L (and more), actually checking av. 1% of all replacement windows installations. Did You Know? That Health & Safety Executive legislation now requires that ANYONE who can potentially fall more than 2metres whilst working should be provided with and use a fall arrest protection system! See 2 examples of the equipment here. The sliding patio door, a fashion: Sliding Patio Door  popularity in the U.K. took off in the 1970's, along with 'double glazing' replacement windows and doors, and at the time mostly in battleship grey silver anodised aluminium, fitted in hardwood sub-frames. The popularity continued unabated through the 1980's and little wonder, it made a visually dramatic difference, the brick cut-down and installation was relatively easily done with little disruption, and it gave an instant 'modernised' appearance, and per square foot was good value for money. The sliding patio door revolution brought with it the paved patio area, along with the obligatory BBQ and white plastic table and chairs set and brightly coloured parasol, and didn't we all feel so suave, chic and fashionable!   When replacing an old patio door frame the depth of the one coming out, front to back, will most likely be 95mm (just under4"). Until recently most PVC-U replacement patio door sets were around 120mm (5") which often meant that the plastered had to be cut back an inch or so to accommodate this. Some frames are stepped in and are not so much of a problem at the sides and top, but still have the same problem along the floor as the frames are only stepped at the sides and top. Enter a welcome new breed of patio door set, with a front to back outer frame of 70mm, which is fine for virtually any replacement job and absolutely ideal for most post war houses. I love these doors, they have a decent four point lock, various cill options, and trickle vents are available. Enter the 1990's, and with it a desire to return to everything quaint and traditional. In the early 1990's a gradual drift away from 'modernisation' began, and with it was born a fashion that was to grow through the 1990's to the present day, that is a return to everything quaint cottage-y. I have noted with interest over the years that sliding doors have not always been liked by all and that is because of their bland starkness, which can give a feeling of 'living in a goldfish bowl', particularly if even slightly overlooked. As I write I can say that there is now greater demand for 'French' double doors, sometimes with sidelights if wide enough, than there is for new sliding patio door sets. Customers who want to replace their old patio doors often have new ones again, whereas when people move into a property they often choose to change the character and have double 'French' doors instead as part of the remodelling and 'prettying up' of their new home. Brick cut down/brick up, Security Glass, ox oxo oxxo information to be done next. Go To 'French' Double Doors Page

Double glazing and having double glazed glass in replacement windows gives you insulation. Having double glazed sealed units in replacement windows doors, and conservatories - double glazing -is just like putting on another layer of clothing to keep out the cold. Double Glazing Salesmen All of their nasty tricks and tactics - FINALLY EXPOSED!!! Read the complete review - click here   We have installers and suppliers of Casement and Sash Windows in your local area (supplying Wood, uPVC and Aluminium). We cover all the following areas: England - South East - Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Hampshire, Hertfordshire, Kent, London East, London West, London North, London South, Middlesex, Oxfordshire, Surrey, W Sussex England - South West - Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire England - East Anglia - Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk England - Midlands - Derbyshire, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire England - North East - Durham, Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, W Yorkshire England - North West - Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Merseyside Scotland - Aberdeenshire, Angus, Central, Dumfries & Galloway, Fife, Highlands, Scotland Islands, Perth & Kinross, Scottish Borders Wales - Clwyd, Dyfed, Gwent, Gwynedd, Mid-Glamorgan, Monmouthshire, Powys, South Glamorgan, West Glamorgan   The Window Man - Providing you with information, advice and double glazing quote requests. For Trade Enquiries: We will also be at the Glassex Exhibition on the 8-10 April, stand E25 in Hall 4. © 1998-2008 TheWindowMan.co.uk and Ebuilders Ltd - All rights reserved 1 Townsend Court, Reepham, Norfolk, NR10 4LD Tel: 0870 850 8083 - International: +44 1603 879423 - Fax: 01603 873112 Registered in England 3404409