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Jacks Glass Limited

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Jack’s Glass Ltd. is Hull’s largest independent supplier and processor of glass and mirrors. We are a market leading manufacturer and supplier of processed glass and architectural glass hardware to the commercial, residential and leisure markets across the United Kingdom and sometimes beyond.

Cornwall Glass & Glazing Limited

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Cornwall Glass Penzance, formerly Ray’s Glass Centre, is the group’s most westerly branch. Offering a comprehensive choice of glass and glazing products and services in and around Penwith, Halye, St Ives and the Isle of Scilly.

With a large range of high quality goods including, replacement double and triple glazed window units, bespoke and framed mirrors, glass shelving, glass balustrading and painted glass splashbacks we can help you design exactly what you want.

Cornwall Glass & Glazing Limited

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Cornwall Glass Truro , formerly Truro Glass Centre, is situated on the outskirts of the city, in Threemilestone. Offering an unrivaled glazing service and glass product range we have a supply only or supply and installation service for Insulated Glass Units, made to measure Table Top Glass, bespoke and framed Mirrors, Woodburning stove Glass, Glass Balustrades and of course Greenhouse Glass. Why not call in and see what we can do for you?

Glass Express Midlands Ltd

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Glass Express Midlands Ltd offers a range of residential and commercial glass, which includes double and triple glazed windows, coloured, bevelled, toughened as well as processed glass solutions. Other specialist products provided by Glass Express include mirrors and advanced electrical and magnetic blinds systems. All our glass products can be tailored to meet your specific requirements.

Our sales team can provide you with more detailed information whether it is for your home domestic needs, or if you are an industry professional or working in the glass trade, we will have a solution that suits your needs.

In keeping with our mission to be a more sustainable business we ensure that all our glass waste is sent back to our suppliers, such as Saint Gobain, to be recycled to produce more glass solutions that will go to market. Future plans also involve the replacement of a more economical and environmentally friendly generator for the business.

Sinclair Surfaces

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Sinclair Surfaces specialises in cosmetic repair works to all damaged surfaces around the home, we repair chips, scratches, dents, burns and all general surface damage to items such as; worktops, kitchen units, sinks, floors, doors, baths, vanity tops, mirrors, window frames and scratched glass. We also specialise in re colouring window frames and kitchens. If you would like to change the colour of your windows or kitchen doors, without the hassle of replacement, please get in touch.

Abbey Glass UK

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Based in South Wales, Abbey Glass has grown considerably since it began in 1992. From basic glass processing, we are now a contractor of choice for design and processing in the Glass Industry. We are proud to work with some very well-known brands in the Pub, Hotel and Leisure sectors in both the UK and Europe.

Being self-sustainable from cut glass to complete product along with its accompanying hardware and kit, we have created our very own branding with our products, testing and delivery to market. With a keen eye for innovation, we know how important Glass is in our world. From buildings, walls, mirrors, decorative surfaces and environment, we must come in contact with glass in its varied applications to go through our day-to-day.

Precision Glass Limited

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Here at Precision Glass, we pride ourselves on being experienced & professional bespoke frameless glass specialists serving London, Sussex and the South East. We offer a range of architectural glass products such as frameless, structural, curved and decorative glass, including balustrades, splashbacks, rooflights & shower screens. Based in Sussex but serving London and the surrounding areas, our years of experience and quality products makes us experts at what we do.

Established in 2012, the bespoke nature of our work means we can offer solutions that are not readily available elsewhere. Whether it’s bespoke mirrors, shower or bath screens, straight or curved balustrades, or skylights, our architectural & frameless glass products are made to measure and built to last. We can offer solutions such as shaped shower screens to suit a sloped ceiling or nib wall, or templated splashbacks to fit neatly around all existing cupboards and switches.

Top tips for improving natural light levels in your home

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As the pandemic saw many of us transition to working from home overnight, we were forced to adapt our homes accordingly. For most, the lockdowns were a perfect time to work on home improvements, however, many people found creating a suitable home working space and generally taking care of their wellbeing during this time a real challenge.

In our recent survey of 1,000 UK homeowners and renters, unsurprisingly we found that natural light (or lack of) was one of the top factors contributing to wellbeing in the home. In fact, it turns out that a lack of natural light in homes is making many of us miserable, with 48% of people saying their home lacks natural light or they wish they had more, resulting in more than a third feeling fatigued and one in four people feeling unhealthy.

Some of the main impacts of having low levels of natural light in the home were reported by survey respondents as:

  • 35% feel tired
  • 25% feel unhealthy
  • 24% feel depressed
  • 23% feel drained
  • 22% feel irritable
  • 21% feel less optimistic
  • 20% feel miserable
  • 17% feel anxious
  • 14% feel less productive at work

On top of this, a quarter of people admitted that one of the biggest issues while navigating working from home was being uncomfortable because of extreme temperatures (either being too hot or too cold). A further 26% said their home has poor ventilation, while 28% admitted to having damp and one in four people said that draughty windows are a problem for them. On average, UK homeowners and renters are also losing sleep at least once a week as a result of noise pollution.

While these factors can be discouraging, they can actually be fixed easily by improving windows, doors and the overall look of the home. Research shows that the average person in the UK spends 90% of their time indoors, so it’s crucial that the buildings they occupy are enabling them to lead healthy lives.

Looking at the natural light issue challenge specifically, our five top tips to help increase natural light levels in the home include:

  1. Clean your windows more often so they let more light in – it sounds simple, but you’d be surprised the impact a dirty window can have on light penetration
  2. Install larger windows and doors, or install bi-fold doors and skylights where possible
  3. Reconfigure your furniture so it isn’t blocking any windows or incoming light – that might also mean changing up your choice of blinds or curtains to maximise light
  4. Incorporate mirrors and metallic accessories into the design of the home, to give the illusion of more space and light – this also really helps make small rooms look bigger
  5. Ensure your colour palette and flooring choices are light and airy – dark colours tend to make spaces feel smaller and drab and will draw attention to a lack of natural light

We have lots of resources on various home improvement topics on MyGlazing.com, including a couple that relates directly to this article: why it’s important to create more natural light in your home and whether you should invest in a home office.

Whatever your current working situation is, these types of improvements are well worth thinking about, as they’re not only crucial for personal comfort and wellbeing but can also help to make your property more appealing to buyers in the future!

Emergency Glazing Services

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AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING WE DO

EMERGENCY GLAZING LEICESTER

Welcome to Emergency Glazing Services, the leading emergency glaziers for Leicester and beyond. From shop front window repairs to residential window glass replacement and repairs, we take care of it all, making your home, business or office secure.
Our emergency glaziers in Leicester can respond to and board-up broken or cracked windows in just 1 hour. We have all types of glass in stock ready to fit in case of an emergency. Our glaziers can also fit toughened, laminated, decorated and safety glass, plus doors and mirrors if needed. We also replace and repair glass doors, from glass panelled patio doors to solid glass doors, we offer a number of solutions and always stock a variety of glass types, ready to be cut to size to repair the break.

How to make your property more attractive to buyers

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If lockdown has got you dreaming of moving into your dream house then you definitely aren’t alone! In fact, when we surveyed over 1,000 homeowners across the UK, 2.3 million of you were making upgrades to your home with a view to selling. And now that stamp duty is being paused on properties up to £500,000, even more people in the UK may be looking to put in an offer on their dream property.

So, where in the UK is most likely to see an influx of properties entering the market? If you’re looking to buy in Plymouth then you might be in luck as one third of those surveyed admitted to making changes to increase the value of their home, so well maintained and upgraded properties may be entering the market. Elsewhere in the UK, more and more homeowners are investing in home improvements to increase the value of their home. Our table below highlights where the home improvement hotspots are:

  • Plymouth (33%)
  • Sheffield (27%)
  • Norwich (21%)
  • London (20%)
  • Glasgow (20%)
  • Nottingham (17%)
  • Liverpool (17%)
  • Manchester (16%)
  • Newcastle (16%)
  • Cardiff (14%)
  • Birmingham (11%)
  • Edinburgh (9%)
  • Leeds (7%)
  • Bristol (7%)
  • Belfast (6%)

If you’re looking to sell, you might want to make some quick fixes to spruce up your home and make it more appealing to prospective buyers. It might seem that making home improvements and social distancing are mutually exclusive, but it doesn’t have to be that way! Here are some ways you can make fairly quick upgrades to your home and convince potential buyers that your house could be their dream home:

#1 Your first impression

Standing in your front garden clapping for the NHS every week is sure to have instilled some front door envy amongst a few people. If you’re looking at your neighbour’s front doors and wishing yours was a little more stylish, now is the perfect time to upgrade.

Composite front door by Thames Valley Window Company

Your new entrance door can be made of PVC-u, aluminium, steel or wood or a composite of materials, and each has their own qualities and benefits – from price, durability, design and appearance, through to energy efficiency performance and security. New entrance doors nowadays mostly come pre-hung in a frame and are known as doorsets, with pre-drilling for handles, keeps and locks meaning it’s a fairly quick job, so tradespeople won’t be at your home for long.

For inspiration, check out our gallery, here.

#2 – Consider what can add value to your home

It’s well known that larger investment projects, like kitchen and bathroom renovations, sell homes and can make all the difference when buyers are weighing up making an offer. If you’re moving, you might not want to invest in a full new suite, but there are changes you can make that can give your home a new lease of life. Consider replacing dirty, damaged or outdated shower screens for a sparkling new version, or why not invest in new splashbacks, mirrors or cabinets.

Glass splashback by All Glass and Glazing

Similarly, kitchens can also benefit by introducing glass features such as splashbacks, countertops and mirrors. Make some easy changes and you could be watching offers flying in!

#3 – The WOW factor

A house sale listing with a wow factor is always likely to get more viewings and we’d recommend making this one of the first things people spot when they come to view your home. One way to do this, and instantly modernise your home, is by replacing a chipped or old fashioned wooden stair banister with a modernglass balustrade. Glass balustrades can add a sophisticated touch to your interior spacewhile often bringing in more  light but still ensuringsafety.

Glass balustrade by Peterlee Glass

A stylish and versatile glass balustrade for your staircase, , patio or landing can bring a fresh modern look to your home, provide an uninterrupted view and help revitalise your living environment.

#4 Repair items that can cause long-term damage

Whilst a stained carpet isn’t likely to be a make or break feature in deciding whether to buy a home, broken items that can cause long term damage are. For example, if you have leaking windows, this can cause rainwater and damp to enter a property and potentially lead to longer terms significant financial investment. If prospective buyers, see or smell damp, it is instantly off putting when it comes to buying a property.

It also worth considering repairing any damaged windows and entry points into your home and even replace them completely to make sure any potential buyers view your home as safe, secure and energy-efficient.

If you are planning on hiring a home improvement company to make changes to your home before selling then it’s important you keep you and the  tradespeople  safe. That’s why the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has created the  Safe Guide for Homeowners, covering everything you need to know about working with home improvement companies during lockdown. Why not also read our other blogs on top tips for planning your home improvement and how to work with installers remotely.

If you are selling or buying a property, we hope this article has provided you with inspiration to upgrade your home and make it as sellable as possible.

Let us know if you need any more tips of glass and glazing home improvements. Sign up to our newsletter and receive our free monthly newsletter.

Abelglass Trade Supplies Limited

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For anything glass – choose Abelglass!

Not only do we supply and install the highest quality uPVC and aluminium Windows, Bi-Folding/Folding, Composite, panoramic Sliding & uPVC Doors, Conservatories, Guttering, Soffits and External Cladding – our highly skilled staff are also able to cut glass to size to create coloured glass splashbacks and unique table tops. We also design made to measure mirrors, stunning glass staircases & balustrades and shelves

Customer projects are our passion, and we love working with you to create something which is uniquely yours.

We understand the importance of security in your home. Which is why we use fully qualified installers and the best quality fittings. To ensure the windows we supply in Blackpool, Poulton le Fylde, Lytham St Annes, Thornton Cleveleys & Fleetwood are fitted safely and securely. For double glazing Blackpool, choose Abelglass.

Our windows can also help increase the efficiency of your home, keeping you warm in winter and cool in summer. New doors can make a world of difference to your property’s appearance, creating a warm welcome or focal point with great views.

Gillingham Glass Company Limited

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About Gillingham Glass

Gillingham Glass Company Limited was launched in May 2005. The team have over 25 years of experience. With all their knowledge Gillingham Glass can offer expert advice on ‘anything and everything’ that involves glass, UPVc and plastics.

Our wide range of services includes a full glass and glazing service. All types of mirrors all round what ever size or shape, traditional lead lights or stick on lead, splashbacks, table tops and many other glass related products. On our home improvement side we can offer UPVc windows, doors, secondary glazing and conservatories, plastics including fascias, soffits, cladding and guttering. Our services offer supply only or supply & fix to both trade and domestic customers.

All double glazed units, UPVc windows and doors hold a 10 year guarantee.

We are a Fensa registered company and also offer a deposit and guarantee insurance that gives you peace of mind.

We supply our glass & glazing services to the areas of Dorset, Wiltshire, Berkshire, Hampshire, Somerset and much more of the South West and are happy to visit your home or business premises and provide a free quotation under no obligation. We at Gillingham Glass not only feel it is important to be competitive with price but also strive to provide a very high standard and professional service.

Jordans Glass Services

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When it comes to glass, Jordans The Glass & uPVC Company have got it covered. Independent and professional glass and glazing specialists with over 10 years’ experience in all things glass, you can count on us to deliver exactly what you’re looking for. From replacement double glazed units for windows and doors through to beautifully bespoke mirrors, balustrades and splashbacks, we offer a one stop shop service that saves you time and money, with absolutely no compromise on quality.

Okehampton Glass Ltd

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Founded 20 years ago by Andy and Trudy Ewen, Okehampton Glass is now one of the town’s best established businesses, employing 14 people from a 6500 square foot factory, joinery workshop and warehouse, out of which the now-familiar fleet of fitter’s vehicles operates six days a week.

As the company has grown, so too has the range and experience offered to its customers: conservatories, windows, doors, fire resistant glazing, glazing components, flat glass, curtain walling, mirrors, toughened glass, curved glass, extrusions, hardware, glass merchanting, insulated and laminated glass, emergency glazing and applied films.

The company prides itself on providing the complete service to those who require it: from creating detailed scale plans through site and building work management, to installation and high-quality finishing, Okehampton Glass can oversee the job from start to finish. Using only full-time fitters working exclusively for Okehampton Glass, our quality control is never compromised by ill-advised cost cutting or the use of contract labour.

We offer a free, no obligation quotation service and are happy to discuss any ideas you may have in home improvement, but we are equally experienced in liasing with architects, designers, builders and other craftsmen, helping the team achieve its objectives on time and to budget.

Stratton Glass & Windows

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Established in 1979, Stratton Glass & Windows are a leading company in East Anglia, specialising in Glass & Glazing and Window, Door and Conservatory Installation.

We cover most of Norfolk & Suffolk and we supply and install Windows, Doors and Conservatories, available in PVC-u, Aluminium and Timber.

We supply all types of Glass, Patterned glass, Sealed Units, Safety Glass and Fire Glass, Mirrors. Glass Splashbacks etc

All our products can be either supplied and/or fitted by our expert installers or just on supply only basis for DIY. Both Retail and Trade customers are welcome.

Credit/Debit cards are accepted.

Open Monday to Friday 8-5 Saturday 9-12

Showroom at Unit 9 Hopper way Diss Business Park Diss Norfolk & Unit 1 Santareen Road, Long Stratton, Norwich NR15 2NZ

Please visit our website “www.strattonglasswindows.co.uk” for further information and/or brochures

  • PVC-u Window & Door Installers
  • Glass Suppliers and Installers
  • Home improvement specailists
  • Conservatory Installers
  • Door Installers

InterFUSION Glass Ltd

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Special glass products with every application in mind.

  • Fire Rated Glass
  • Heritage Slim lite Units
  • Restoration Glazing
  • Antique Mirrors
  • Bevelled Glass
  • Shower Screen
  • Splashbacks
  • Standard Double Glazing

We specialise in providing high-end glass solutions that redefine elegance and sophistication. Whether you’re designing a stunning residential or a luxurious commercial environment our premium glass products cater to every need.

Shard End Glass & Glazing Co

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Glass Merchants
Emergency & routine glazing repairs to commercial, domestic & public buildings
Double Glazed unit suppliers & installers
Cut size glass available from two trade counters
Mirrors manufactured

  • Emergency & routine glazing service
  • All types of glass supplied
  • All types of glass fitted
  • Double glazed sealed unit manufacturers

J Preedy & Sons Ltd t/a Preedy Glass

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Preedy Glass offers a professional ‘Supply Only’ or ‘Survey, Supply & Install’ service on an extensive range of bespoke glass and glass related products. This includes: frameless bespoke shower enclosures, painted glass splash backs and glass worktops, sliding glass doors, toughened glass assemblies, glass balustrades, glass floors and staircases and antique and modern mirrors. We also provide a comprehensive range of high quality ironmongery fittings and a more affordable but complementary range for those projects that have tighter budget controls.

Our work sees us provide services to: Architects, Building Contractors, Interior Designers, Partitioning companies, Retailers, Manufacturers of Luxury Marine performance boats the Glass Trade and direct to consumers.

  • Bespoke glass and glazing solutions complete with prestige fittings
  • Antique & bespoke mirrors
  • Professional survey & installation service
  • Glass fittings and ironmongery
  • Family business established in 1913

Middleton’s Glass Ltd

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Bespoke glazing company.
Double Glazing installer
All types of safety glass
Glass shelving/mirrors/kitchen glass all colours/ballustrading/horticultural glass.
24/7 emergency boarding and repair.
Shower screens/glass panelling.
Window and door hardware repair/replacement service

  • Bespoke glazing.
  • D.G unit replacement
  • Window & Door hardware repair service
  • Coloured kitchen splashbacks
  • 24/7 emergency service

Ridon Glass Ltd

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Ridon Glass offer a full glazing service. We supply and fit double glazed replacement windows in Pvcu, Aluminium and Timber. We have a large stock of decorative mirrors and can supply and fit bespoke mirrors to gyms, offices etc. We also carry out double glazing repairs, misted units, hinges etc.

  • Double Glazed Windows and Doors
  • Glazing Contractors
  • Double Glazing Repairs
  • Mirrors
  • Composite Doors

Roby Glazing Ltd

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We are glass suppliers and carry out all aspects of glazing including window installation, aluminium and UPVC. Glass screens, balustrades, window repairs including replacement double glazed units, window and door handles/locks and hinges.

We also supply and fit mirrors. We can provide a window filming service which includes sola reflective film, safety film and decorative film(fenestration).

We have contracts with local authorities, city councils (Liverpool, Knowsley, Halton, Chester and Sefton), community colleges, universities, asda, MOD, Costa Coffee, Merseyside Police and many schools. We have also carried out contracts for many English heritage sites including Osborne House Isle of Wight, St Georges Hall Liverpool and Walker Art Gallery Liverpool

All employee’s of the company are CSCS card holders, CRB checked, first aiders and licensed for use of cherry pickers/scissor lift.
We are fully trained in use of tower scaffold and fully competent in all aspects of H&S.

We have been an established limited company since 1982.

  • All glazing services
  • Window and door installations
  • Window and door repair
  • Glass suppliers
  • Emergency repairs

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