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Hi all, I'm currently 1st fixing my security alarm cable in my own self build and I am trying to minimise any visible cable / trunking on / around the window frame. It's all hard wired as I am not a great fan of wireless. The frames are UPVC. I have already fitted 2 concealed Elmdene flush...

Hi there I have a tenement flat in a tenement building built in the 1890s. I've just removed the ugly upvc window casing and wooden stool or sill. What's left then is the stripped upvc windows in wooden frames, sitting on the sandstone exterior wall. I like the original wooden panelling and...

Hi, extending house and I would like to change the colour of the existing windows to match new windows. Old windows are white, for extension nee windows I want to go with anthracite grey out and white inside. would like to change the colour of existing windows to match. is it good idea to...

Hey all, I recently moved into a new flat that has these blinds I haven't seen before: They seem to be fixed into the PVC somehow and I can't seem to locate any screws. On the inner side there seems to be some kind of metal fixing: The issue is, one of them is ripped, so I'm trying to...

I've a window with a gap around the frame in one corner - it measures about 1 ft x 1.5ft. It's pushed out on the outside too, so there's a draft. Can I just use strong glue and push the frame back in, or would that put pressure on the window pane and risk cracking it over time? Any other...

Opened lower window on a velux balcony (VEB lower GEL upper). It now won’t shut. It is tight on the bottom sill but the main issue is that the left hand edge of the frame where the locking mechanism bolts lock into are now too far away. It is too far away for bolts to engage. So will just swing...

I am currently having my bay window fitted. Not sure if it is just me but it looks a bit off . Please help review the pictures. Also the blue coloured led underneath the window sill what can be done to reinvigorate this. How can I replace this as it looks really battered .Is the double glazing...

There now is a gap on the outside of the door and the inside of the door betwen the uPVC frame and the window. Not sure how to tackle this and if it can be resolved easily. I would say the gap between the frame and the window on the outside is maybe 4mm in places and about 2mm on the inside.

Hi all, does anybody know why this is happening on my window side panels (or whatever they're called). As you can see, it seems to be the lining on the inside of the window that's peeling and it's now showing all the insulation between my inside wall and the window itself. I have called the...

The UPVC windows in my house are showing signs of condensation and this is darkening the net curtains . Can this possibly be repaired or what can be done to correct this. Thank you

As per the title -- the sill for my French doors is short by about 10-15mm either end. This is because the builders didn't read the plans properly and have built the opening too wide. Unfortunately it's too late for them to do anything now so I'm on my own. I've spent a good few hours trying to...

We've got the shell of an extension at the back of our house, completed by a builder. Roof, walls, concrete floor, etc. -- just no windows or doors. Throughout the build communication was absolutely rubbish with me constantly having to chase things up, and taking time off work for no-shows...

Hello folks, I have attached a photo of my window which seems to have a gap between the cill and the window (I am referring to the bit where that small leaf seems to be stuck). Should this be sealed because I read somewhere that a gap is required for drainage but then I have also read that it...

Hi all, I need to reduce a window opening on the first floor from one large window into two smaller ones. Below the window are two universal beams back to back which are supporting the wall above an opening into an extension (a few courses down, not directly underneath). Before I go employing...

Hi all, we have water stains above the windows in our bedroom. The bedroom is a converted loft/attic so the windows are slanted Fakro. The stains have been there since we moved in, and when we moved in the previous owners had left the windows open from at least June to end end of august (when we...

Hello all, We're in the middle of planning for extension which is likely to happen next year. As part of the works I plan to do the internal reworks this year (mostly just moving a stud wall to create a corridor upstairs to the new bedroom) and then have the extension built next year and knock...

Hi, During our renovations we have removed the wallpaper and along with this the UPVC “edge” around the window has come off. What products would you use to “connect” the windows to the wall and to get rid of the unsightly gaps? Thank you

Is there a big price difference between single and double glazing on a standard window (no bevelled glass or leading). Bedroom dorma window that measures 4m long is double glazed but not very good in terms of sound proofing, wondered if triple glazing was worth the extra money assuming the price...

Hi Looking at getting my dorma window replaced as I’m getting condensation in between the panes and also we have a leak coming in from the corner of the sill and I’m sure it’s related to the window ax no tiles are missing. Problem is that I’ve cut back the blown plaster to see the water damage...

I’m in the process of building my first home. The house is under construction but I have found several issues. I noticed that one of the windows were sticking and has this separation/crack in drywall. Should I express any concerns to the builder??