When it comes to deciding on new glass for your home, a key consideration is whether you should get framed glass or frameless glass. Whether it’s glass for your sliding doors, balustrades or pool fencing it can be a difficult decision so it’s important to weigh up the pros and cons of each. If you still can’t decide, there are many semi-frameless glass options that might well suit your needs – just contact us to see what’s available.
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4 Key Benefits of Retrofit Double Glazing
After years of supplying and installing retrofit double glazing to homes throughout Canterbury, our customers frequently report four key benefits of retrofitting double glazing windows. These are that they can be made to fit, reduce long term costs, are energy efficient and help preserve historic house value.
....read moreReplacing or Retro Double Glazing Windows for NZ’s Winter
With our cold New Zealand Winter just around the corner, it’s the time of year people start thinking about replacing old windows or retrofit double glazing to ensure their home stays warm in the cooler months.
....read moreWhy Choose a Glass Balustrade System?
When looking for balustrades, glass is becoming a common choice for both commercial and domestic buildings because of their sleek look and cost effectiveness. Here are the main reasons you should consider a glass balustrade system for your home or office space.
....read moreFeatures and Benefits of Frameless Glass
We have seen first hand how frameless glass has become increasingly popular over the last few years, and it’s not surprising why. Not only does it look seamless and classy, it has many features and versatile options that aren’t offered by regular glass. With more options available on the market for home and commercial use including frameless showers, fixings, hardware, doors, balustrades and pool fences, it’s time to look at the specific features and benefits of frameless glass to ensure you make an informed decision when purchasing glass products.
....read moreMain Door Types: The What and Why
When considering upgrades for your home, doors are an often overlooked champion that can dramatically change your home’s outlook and potentially open up large areas to create a fresh and light atmosphere. It’s important to know the different types of main doors available on the market, and their features and benefits to ensure you choose the right function and style for your home and needs.
....read moreWhy Retrofit Double Glaze Your Existing Aluminium Windows?
There are numerous benefits and reasons to retrofit your existing aluminium windows with double glazing. For home owners looking for lower cost upgrades, retrofit double glazing gives a saving of between 30 and 40% over installing new windows. And because it’s such an efficient way of insulating your house and keeping it warm, your power bill is lessened in the long term.
....read moreMain Window Types: The What and Why
There are many different types of windows that help define the style of your house, whether it is modern, classic or quirky! Nearly all windows can be customised to suit your changing needs and style, so it’s important to know the different types of windows and their benefits.
....read moreWhat to Expect when Replacing Windows
Being in the business of glazing and replacing old windows with new (usually double glazed) windows, we know a bit about what you should expect and the best ways to plan the changes without any nasty surprises. Every situation is unique and needs to be planned for, for example if you’re renovating your house and windows are part of the overall process, or replacing your windows is a stand alone project.
....read moreWhy Hire a Professional to Install your Windows?
When you’re going to invest in a major renovation such as new windows, it’s worth putting in the time and effort to do the research and work out what’s going to best suit your needs and lifestyle. While it’s tempting to save a little money and install windows yourself (or have the local handyman do it), take the time to consider the benefits of having a professional window installation company do the job.
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