A Glass Bedroom?

It's amazing the wonderful uses that people find for their conservatories. Of course, the most popular and best known are dining areas, lounges and sun rooms but the possibilities are endless.

There's a growing trend to use a conservatory as a home study or craft room and in some cases a home gym is installed.

We've even heard reports of glass bedrooms and the conservatory being installed as an area for pets. If you've found a different, interesting use for your conservatory then we'd love to hear from you.

And of course, if don't yet have a conservatory, you may like to consider one for Christmas, so that this year you don't have to sit Auntie Sheila in the hall because you don’t have enough space in your dining room.

Speak to the Horsford team to learn more on: 01603 666414. Alternatively you can email us at: sales@horsfordwindows.com

Let the Light in

Glass was first used in windows around 100 AD by the Romans, whilst paper was widely used in ancient China, Korea and Japan. Prior to that animal hide or cloth was placed over window openings. In 14th century England, window panes were made from flattened animal horn, with glass not that common until the 17th century. Early glass was very thick and not really transparent, but gradually glass-making techniques improved, making it thinner and clearer.

 

Today’s window glass offers a clear view of the outside world and it's more thermally efficient too, helping to keep your home warmer. Our windows are rated 'A' for energy efficiency and are available in a large range of styles to suit your home! 

 

“Extremely good communications throughout process. Quality of windows is excellent and priced competitively. The fitters worked hard and left no mess whatsoever. Thanks” Mrs Smith, July 2020

So if you’re looking to give your home a bright new look, call us on: 01603 666414

Alternatively you can email us at:

headoffice@horsfordwindowsandconservatory.co.uk

Beating Winter Chills

As the weather gets colder you may feel a distinct chill in your home, especially if your windows and doors let in the draughts, or your glazing or conservatory roof aren’t thermally efficient. That’s where we can help. 

At Horsford we’ve been helping the people of Norwich, and indeed all over Norfolk, to keep their homes warm for 25 years now, by expertly installing windows that are rated “A” for energy efficiency, doors that offer thermal efficiency (including our new Warm Core range) as well as great security and now our Warm Roof system to improve the warmth of your conservatory or orangery. We also install stylish porches that offer further warmth and make a great place to store your winter coats and boots!

To enjoy warmer windows, deal with those draughty doors or get a cosier conservatory or orangery you need to enlist the help of the Horsford team.

Don’t suffer the cold this winter, call in to our Norwich or Cromer showrooms, give us a call on 01603 666414 (Norwich) or 01263 514594 (Cromer) or email sales@horsfordwindows.com You can also visit our website www.horsfordwindowandconservatory.com to view our products.

Horsford – keeping you warm this winter!

Horsford Aluminium Warm Core

Thinking of installing a folding sliding door system (bi-fold doors) to your home or business? For added warmth, security and weather resistance choose slimline Aluminium Warm Core doors.

This innovative, attractive, high quality system is both energy efficient and recyclable and is designed to eradicate draughts due to its triple-sealed structure. Fitted with precision rollers, beautifully designed handles and high quality mouldings, the doors offer a sleek appearance together with great strength. The system is security tested, with its robust structure, double-strength corners, integral dog-bolt and strong aluminium hinges giving you great peace of mind.

Constructed using stylish yet hardwearing brushed aluminium with a thermal core and 28mm double glazing, the door system has a U-value of 1.5 W/m²K. Upgrade to 44mm triple glazing and the U-value can be improved to 1.0 W/m²K, increasing the thermal efficiency of your property.

We’re pleased to offer a choice of colour finishes including white, cream, black and grey, with the system available as traditional French or residential doors in addition to folding sliding doors.

Whatever you choose, you’ll be delighted with the appearance, durability and thermal efficiency of Horsford Aluminium Warm Core doors.

To read please click on this link HorsfordWarmCore

You can contact our Norwich office on 01603 666414 or Cromer office on

01263 514594 or use FREEPHONE 0800 0155551

You can also email sales@horsfordwindows.com or visit www.horsfordwindowandconservatory.com

Proud To Be A Trusted Trader

At Horsford, we are pleased and proud to have passed an assessment enabling us to be known as a ‘Which? Trusted Trader’.

Which? has long been known as a respected tester of household goods, and has now introduced the Trusted Trader endorsement scheme, awarded to companies that have passed a rigorous assessment and demonstrated a reputable and trustworthy service. You can read more about the scheme by visiting http://trustedtraders.which.co.uk and find us on the website under ‘glaziers’.

To qualify as a Trusted Trader, we were assessed on our administration of quotations, invoices, customer contracts, warranties and licences. Our website and advertising processes were also scrutinised.

At Horsford we have always made it a priority to deliver great customer service and attention to detail when providing and fitting our home improvement products. Becoming a Which? Trusted trader is the icing on the cake!

To learn more about all our products, please visit www.horsfordwindows.com

You can also email us with any questions you may have at headoffice@horsfordwindows.com or call us on 0800 0155551
www.trustedtraders.which.co.uk

A Room For All Seasons

With summer behind us, autumn starting to bite and winter not far on the horizon, you may feel that you don’t get the opportunity to enjoy your garden as much as you’d like.

At Horsford, we have the solution to enjoying your garden all year round, whatever the weather – our stylish, bespoke orangeries allow you to appreciate the outdoors from indoors!

Orangeries differ from conservatories in that they incorporate a smaller roof lantern as opposed to a fully glazed roof and are more substantial structures with generally less glazing, whilst still having large enough windows to offer a great view of your garden. Less overall glazing means that an orangery doesn’t get quite as hot in summer or quite as cold in winter as a typical conservatory.

The addition of an orangery to your home creates a whole new room linking together your indoor space and your garden. Ideal for relaxing or entertaining in, using as a home office space or as an extra living room, a Horsford orangery is a valuable asset to any home.

For more information contact Horsford Windows and Conservatories:

Freephone 0800 0155551

Email: headoffice@horsfordwindowandconservatory.co.uk
Visit: www.horsfordwindowandconservatory.com

Opt For An Orangery

Orangeries have become popular alternatives to conservatories in recent times, but how do the two really differ?

The main difference in the structure of an orangery is the roof, which incorporates a glazed lantern, as opposed to the entire area of the roof being glazed as with a conservatory.  

Another major difference in the design is the sidewall, with orangeries offering a more substantial structure compared to the typical conservatory. An entablature (deep-moulded fascia) surrounds the perimeter of the doors and windows, and classic orangeries have traditional colonnades – columns flanking the windows and doors below the entablature, consisting of period bases and detailing. 

Horsford’s bespoke orangery designs incorporate all the classic architectural elements, including roof lantern, glazing, colonnades and carefully planned proportions, to create a traditional, stylish structure to complement your existing building. However you plan to use your orangery, it will make a welcome addition to your home, adding both stylish living space and value to your property.

The construction of orangeries in this country dates back to the 17^th century, when orangeries were built in the grounds of many fashionable residences, originally to house citrus trees during the winter months. However the earliest recorded orangery was built in Padua, Italy in 1545, with popularity for the structures rising with the advent of the production of clear glass in substantial quantities. These original orangeries tended to be huge buildings, not just used as plant houses, but designed to demonstrate the wealth and importance of their owners. Orangeries were even designed to contain fountains, grottos and areas to entertain guests.

Modern orangeries may be smaller structures, but they are designed to incorporate many original features and make stylish yet practical additions to the home. Providing light, airy, yet warm living spaces with aesthetic appeal, an orangery can add space, interest and value to your property, whether you are looking for an area to entertain, relax or bring your garden into your home.

At Horsford, we are pleased to offer bespoke orangeries, with a full, friendly yet professional service provided throughout the planning, construction and after-care stages.

For more information contact Horsford Windows and Conservatories:

Freephone 0800 0155551

Email: headoffice@horsfordwindowandconservatory.co.uk
Visit: www.horsfordwindowandconservatory.com