Windows
Heritage Windows
Steel-look and period-replica systems that satisfy conservation expectations without the upkeep of the original.
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What it is, in plain English
Heritage systems are designed to replicate a specific historic window — slim steel Crittall-style frames, vertical sliders, or traditional casements with authentic detailing.
They are usually specified where a property's character matters and modern profiles would look wrong, but full timber joinery is not wanted.
Best for
- Period property
- Conservation areas
- Traditional appearance
Specification
The detail that changes the price
- Materials
- Slim aluminium steel-replica systems, heritage PVC-U vertical sliders with mechanical joints, or timber-alternative composites.
- Energy efficiency
- Slim sightlines mean careful glass specification. Heritage-thickness units are available where full-depth glazing will not fit.
- Security
- Discreet multi-point locking that keeps the period appearance intact.
- Colours & finishes
- Traditional palettes — off-black, painswick, chartwell green, cream and heritage greys.
- Hardware
- Peg stays, monkey tail handles, sash horns and authentic fasteners.
- Glass
- Leaded lights, Georgian bars, obscure and restoration glass effects.
- Maintenance
- Cleaning only on aluminium and PVC-U heritage systems.
- Typical applications
- Conservation areas, period terraces, farmhouses and characterful rural properties.
Honest assessment
Strengths and compromises
What it does well
- Period appearance with modern thermal performance
- Often acceptable where standard profiles are not
- Little to no maintenance
Where it compromises
- Premium pricing
- Planning approval may still be required — always check before ordering
Next step
Get a considered quotation, not a sales visit.
Tell us about the property and a specialist reviews your requirement by hand.