In the latest of the Countrywide Windows Blog Series, we are going to take a look at Garage Doors, the benefits you will receive if you were to choose a new garage door for your next home improvement project and the dangers an old outdated garage door could bring to your property. Garage Doors are often left for years and years without much thought given to them. They are usually only replaced when they break or become so outdated that they represent a genuine security risk. However, purchasin...

In the latest of the Countrywide Windows Blog Series, we are going to take a look at lead roofing, what makes it different compared to other types of roofing, its main uses and the benefits that you will receive if you were to choose lead roofing for your next home improvement project. Lead roofing is commonly used to replace existing roofs that are in need of repair or are unrepairable. Lead roofing’s flexibility and components give it excellent sealing properties when used with the c...

In the latest of the Countrywide Windows Blog Series, we are going to take a look at Conservatories, what makes them different compared to orangeries and the benefits that you will receive if you were to choose a conservatory for your next home improvement project. Conservatories have been an extremely popular home improvement project for a number of years now. Although in recent times Orangeries have seen their popularity increase and are seen as an all-year-round alternative to a Conserva...

In the latest of the Countrywide Windows Blog Series, we are going to take a look at Bay Windows, what makes them different to other types of windows and the benefits that you will receive if you were to choose Bay Windows for your next home improvement project. What are Bay Windows? Bay windows can transform your home's appearance and provide it with character and charm. Bay Windows are a beautiful and eloquent external feature that would be a welcome addition to any property, whilst in...

In the latest of the Countrywide Windows Blog Series, we are going to take a look at Guttering, why it is so vital to your property and the benefits that you will receive if you were to choose new and improved Guttering for your next home improvement project. Guttering and fascia’s help to improve the drainage of your property, avoid foundation problems, prevent flooding and save your property from water damage. Guttering is one of those products that just gets on with the job in hand and...

In the latest of the Countrywide Windows Blog Series, we are going to take a look at Tilt and Turn Windows, what makes them different to other types of windows and the benefits that you will receive if you were to choose Tilt and Turn Windows for your next home improvement project. What are Tilt and Turn Windows? Having a property with plenty of natural light is great and refreshing but keeping those windows looking modern and fresh whilst maintaining maximum functionality can be a tough ...

In the latest of the Countrywide Windows Blog Series, we are going to take a look at GRP Roofing, what makes it different to other types of roofing and the benefits that you will receive if you were to choose GRP Roofing as your next home improvement project. What is GRP Roofing? GRP or ‘Glass Reinforced Plastic’ is a material created from polyester resin, which is reinforced by chopped strand mat glass fibres to form a GRP laminate. It is an extremely popular and widely used composite m...

In the latest of the Countrywide Windows Blog Series, we are going to take a look at French Doors, what makes them different to normal doors and the benefits that you will receive if you were to choose French Doors for your next home improvement project.       What are French Doors Used For? Designed to open into a room or out onto a garden, French and Patio Doors are beautiful to look at and add great ventilation. French doors for your home offer a very eloquent and smooth transition fro...

In the latest of the Countrywide Windows Blog Series we are going to take a look at Composite Doors, what makes them different and better than normal doors and the benefits you will receive if you were to choose a composite door in your next home improvement project. What is a Composite Door? Composite doors are made up of a variety of materials rather than just one main material, including PVC, wood, insulating foam and GRP (glass reinforced plastic). The combination of materials results in...

Moving to a new house or relocating is becoming more and more expensive as time moves on and therefore, people are choosing to improve their current properties rather than moving into new, larger homes. The phrase “don’t move, improve” has been said a lot over the last few years but it seems only recently that this theme has really started hitting home as more and more homeowners focus and invest in expanding and improving their current address rather than moving to a new one. One of the ...

At Countrywide Windows, we supply and install numerous products including windows, doors, conservatories, orangeries, roofing and so much more. Over the next few weeks, we are going to look at some of the products we supply in more detail and explain how they can bring additional benefits to your home. Today we are starting with Sash Windows. Sash windows are found most often in Victorian and older styled buildings. Used both commercially and domestically Sash Windows are most commonly made up ...

At Countrywide Windows, we specialise in carrying out work on both small and much larger scale commercial projects. We have a vast amount of experience in commercial fitting including large shop fronts and aluminium curtain walling for commercial premises. We cater for a variety of clients throughout the Country and pride ourselves on our professionalism, knowledge and hard work to ensure every client we deal with is 100% satisfied with the outcome of their project. We deal with a variety of...

Conservatories have been an extremely popular home improvement project for a number of years now. Although in recent times Orangeries have seen their popularity increase and are seen as an all-year-round alternative to a Conservatory. Conservatories are a cheaper option and their stunning good looks makes them an excellent addition to any home. They are still one of the most popular home improvement projects available on the market and this doesn't look like it is going to slow down anytime soon...

Demand for home improvements has been growing for a number of years now, but one product that seems to have suddenly appeared everywhere and become hugely popular within the home improvements market is the elegant and beautiful Bi-folding Door. Bi-folding doors are a flexible and modern choice for homeowners, they allow you to make the most of the connection between your home and your garden. Made up of multiple door sections, bi-folding doors can occupy a wide range of opening sizes and spac...

When buying new windows for your home the vast majority of options you consider such as Bay, Casement or Sash Windows will only open one way. Whilst each different type of window has an individual functionality associated with it, the majority are not flexible and can only be used for that specific function. However, if you are looking for a window with multiple open functions, a modern look and a variety of Styles then Tilt and Turn Windows could be the product you are looking for. Why choos...