upvc

I'm after some upvc sash windows that have the authentic timber look. I don't want upvc mitre joints, but traditional style butt joints Does anyone have any good experiences with suppliers of same? Thanks a lot

This morning Mrs Dave SWMBO suggested that the UPVC on the outside of the conservatory needing a good clean after the winter rains etc;:wallbash::wallbash: I set to work with some Cif & a non scratch sponge & yes it worked however the surface has lost much of its lustre . Are there any...

My flat currently has some very old UPVC double glazing, when its windy I can hear a whistling coming from the windows. After looking outside I can see that on 3 sides of the windows the sealant between the window frame and the brickwork is cracking, and half of it has already come away. As a...

I live in a period house and I restore period item in my spare time , my biggest hate is UPVC windows and doors there ugly and terrible for the environment ..no thing worse than a nice Victorian house with UPVC windows and doors , it's like having a rolls Royce and putting a ford plastic...

Been getting quotes to replace all windows in house+ patios. Its a big job with 20 windows/4 french doors. Been given a wide variety of quotes from a range of local installers. Cheapest was 12.5k, moving up to the 14.5k range then a few in the 18K range. One of the 18k chappies turned up...

A long shot but I am after 2 sets for my workshop, because I want grey and not white or brown it seems it doubles the prices! Anyone got any good contacts? Many thanks

We have UPVC French Doors but one of them doesn't quite fit at the top and allows cold air through. The doors are about 15 years old and south facing so absorb a lot of heat during the summer months. Is it possible to fix or does it mean I need to add a draught strip to the frame. Can't afford...

Had a leaflet through the door a few days ago from the local police.:eek: Warning that burglars in my area are now specifically targeting homes with UPVC and similar type front doors. Unless these doors are deadlocked they can be opened easily by putting either an arm or a bent wire coat hanger...

I have a problem with a couple of the non opening windows,that sit ontop of the main windows. The appear to be coming out, only a slight gap but you can feel a draught. How are they held in?

OK - first of many :D The house I have just bought has fulluPVC double glazing. BUt it's quite old and has that horrible black beading which seems to be perishing. How easy/difficutl is to replace the black with white and any idea how much it might cost? Also the front door is a uPVC jobby...