Key summary: The 10 main window types in UK homes are casement, sash, flush sash, tilt and turn, bay, bow, sliding, fixed, rooflight, and Georgian or leaded. Casement suits most modern homes, sash suits period properties, and tilt and turn works well for flats and upper...
Key summary: Safety glass is toughened, laminated or wired glass, made to break without producing sharp shards. Toughened glass shatters into small, blunt granules. Laminated glass holds together because of a plastic interlayer, so it stays in one piece even when cracked. UK Building Regulations (Approved...
Reviewed by Apex Windows · Last updated June 2026TL;DR: Condensation inside double glazing shows up in three places, and only one is a fault. If it's on the room-facing pane, you've got a ventilation issue rather than a window problem. The outer pane misting up...
TL;DR: A casement window is hinged at the side or top and swings outward like a door, opened with a handle. It's the most common window style in UK homes, made in uPVC, timber, or aluminium. Side-hung, top-hung, flush, French, and fixed are the main types....
TL;DR: Victorian conservatories have a multi-faceted bay front, ornate roof cresting, and a steeply pitched roof. They suit period properties and work best as a garden room or feature space. Edwardian conservatories are square or rectangular with a flat front and a high sloping roof,...
TL;DR: Double glazing costs between £400 and £850 per window installed, depending on frame material, style, and what the quote actually includes. Whole-house costs run from around £5,320 for a 2-bed property to £11,000 for a 4-bed. Use Apex's instant online calculator to get a...
Key summary: There are two types of window seal failure. If you have condensation between the panes that won't wipe away, the glass unit (IGU) has failed and needs replacing; you can usually keep the frame. If you have draughts around the frame edge, the...
Beautiful windows can transform a home. In addition to serving a functional purpose, the right ones can also add aesthetic beauty and curb appeal. Whether you're building a new property or renovating an existing one, it can be difficult to know exactly which types of windows to...
You've renovated your home, but you're missing one key detail. If you don't upgrade your windows, the rest of the interior and the exterior might be for nought. If you're going to remodel your home, then you should also consider some window upgrades. Installing new windows...
In the UK, replacing the windows in your house can add thousands of pounds to the value of your home and has a return on investment of over 70%. Not only does this investment increase your property value, but it can also save you money on...