RANGE REVIEW: DOORS & WINDOWS


BEST FITTING WINDOW DRESSINGS TO SUIT UNIQUE HOME STYLES


Interiors expert Gareth Coxall from Terrys Fabrics reveals his top tips for picking the best window dressings for different house styles.


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hether you’ve just moved house or simply fancy a change, the way you dress your windows can have


a huge impact on the overall feel of the home. The UK has a rich architectural history, and there are many different house build styles on the market, each with their own unique window shapes and sizes– so how do you dress each style to get the best look? Experts from Terrys have revealed their tips to help your customers choose the right window dressing option for various home types.


1. New Build If you’re living in a new build, chances are you have uniform square windows and a contemporary home such as this offers a brilliant blank canvas to work with. For square windows, Roman Blinds can add a touch of warmth and personality. Available in a huge variety of styles and colours, there’s sure to be something to suit your décor choice. They can even come ready made – which if your windows are standard sizes, can be the most affordable and quickest option to gain some privacy.


2. Victorian


If your house is Victorian, you’ll most likely have some breath-taking windows to dress. Built in an era without electrical lighting, these windows are often tall and rectangular to let in plenty of natural light. Victorian windows are usually single pane if they haven’t been modified since they were built. This means, although beautiful, they tend to get a little drafty. Therefore, the best option would likely be some grand looking, thick and warm curtains to dress your Victorian windows. If you get extra cold in the winter, you could even look to add a blind, for additional insulation.


3. Georgian


Distinctive again is the Georgian style house, which unlike the contrasting sizes and stylistic choices of the Victorian home, is much more uniform and precise. The windows, too, are often similar sizes and lined up symmetrically. Still built at a time without electricity, the windows are big, and require something bold to


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suit their aesthetic. Roman blinds are a great option for Georgian windows as they will aesthetically fit the uniform windows, whilst also complimenting and enhancing their beauty.


4. 1930s


The 1930s semi-detached house is one of the most common houses on the UK market, built during an economic boom between the two world wars. Most 30’s houses have distinct panelled windows, which come together to form a curve. This beautiful window style deserves to be dressed to impress, and we suggest a set of three Venetian blinds as a great option. These window treatments can be made to measure to fit the window’s unique individual panes, allowing ultimate control over light and heat in the home.


5. 1940s


After the Second World War, many houses needed to be rebuilt, and quickly. This resulted in houses


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such as the Airey house, which used affordable materials and could be factory made, then constructed on site. These houses have small, non- decorative windows, built for purpose rather than fashion. If you live in this home style you’ll most likely want to bring in as much light in as possible. For this, your best option is a stylish roman blind, an extremely versatile window treatment which comes in a great variety of styles to match your décor. Alternatively, if curtains are more your thing, voiles would work perfectly for added privacy while still letting in daylight.


DIY HACK THAT COULD SAVE OVER £800 PER YEAR ON GAS BILLS


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With gas and electric prices soaring across the UK, homeowners can save money by implementing cost- effective and DIY projects to improve their home’s energy efficiency during the colder winter months.


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Secondary glazing is one such method that can help keep homes warmer without breaking the bank. In fact, it was recently reported that homeowners could save up to 60% on their energy bills by utilising this easy- to-implement addition to their homes. Our research also found that Google queries for ‘home insulation cost’ have risen 48% in the past month. With this in mind, Cut Plastic Sheeting looked at how much homeowners could save this year by implementing DIY secondary glazing, and how it could impact their bills in 2023.


Secondary glazing is a way of


improving the energy efficiency of a building by adding an extra layer of glazing to existing windows. The secondary glazing is typically installed on the inside of the primary window and is designed to provide an additional barrier against heat loss and noise pollution.


The average gas bill in the UK


currently stands at £1,343.58 annually when taking into account standing charge and typical annual gas use. Our research found that by installing your own secondary glazing, you could save up to £806.14 per year on your gas bill. This works out to approximately £67 per month per average UK household.


For more information and details about the features and benefits of secondary glazing, please visit www. cutplasticsheeting.co.uk/make- your-home-more-efficient-with- secondary-glazing


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