Promoting the highest industry standards
Design,manufacture and install patent glazing aluminium and heritage lead clothed systems and all types of skylights.
Thermally broken opening ventilators manually or electrically operated can be incorporated into the glazing system and all types of lead or preformed aluminium external weathering flashings can be fitted to suit most building elements.
Established in 1985 WGC has become synonymous with high quality products installed to a high standard within both the domestic and commercial markets. Working together with Leading Manufacturers to provide the latest products tested to the highest standards to ensure customer satisfaction everytime.
With over 25 years worth of experience in the traditional leaded light industry, we developed Touchstone Insulead glazing system (Patented) to specifically overcome the problem of double glazing windows in a heritage building situation. No modification to the existing fabric of the building is required as the Insulead glazing fits where the original was located, and is made using only traditional materials.
Directly glazed into the original stonework
An appearance virtually identical to the original
Touchstone Steelyte opening casements are uniquely designed and constructed from Stainless Steel. Thermally broken and fully weather stripped, they take a full 28mm unit. They combine the narrowest of sight lines with security, durability and elegance. The steel is all but immune from corrosion. Whilst powder coated for the heritage market openers can be supplied polished for modern building applications.
Stainless steel and effectively maintenance free
Due to Touchstone Insulead’s unique ability to take any thickness of unit (28mm standard) it is possible to incorporate specialised glass for the purposes of security, UV filtration, energy conservation and sound inhibition all whilst maintaining a traditional appearance. It is even possible to use the original glazing either within the double glazing or mounted in front or behind as a decorative screen.
Extensive range of glazing options including original
Shapes and out of square windows easily accommodated
Touchstone Insulead has been specifically designed for double glazed units. It is fully drained and thermally broken. In the unlikely event of water ingress through, for example stone porosity, the inbuilt drainage channels allow the water to exit to the outside via weep holes. Combined with warm edge spacer bar technology the highest level of insulation is possible.
Fully drained and thermally broken
lairs Aluminium Systems was founded in 2015, offering commercial aluminium glazing systems to the trade and individuals throughout the whole of the UK.
Occupying over 6000 sq ft factory space in Hillington’s Industrial Hub, we are easily accessible for all the major infrastructure links throughout Scotland and the rest of the UK.
Together with our sister companies, Saveheat Glass and Blairs Windows, we can provide an all rounded service and we look forward to continuing to provide technical expertise and great quality products for our clients.
Over the years, our team has developed a wealth of knowledge to help and guide our clients and specifiers through design, planning, procurement, fabrications and installation.
We also offer a fabrication only service which is tailored to your exact requirements, utilising the materials you provide us. Our state-of-the-art equipment and expert team ensures that we can provide you with the highest quality service and results, delivered on time and in full.
We offer a diverse range of commercial aluminium products including shopfronts, curtain walling screens, entrance screens, automatic entrance doors, windows and patent glazing. For our domestic clients we can offer doors, bifold doors and windows.
Experienced in supplying to a variety of contractors, general builders and individuals, we pride ourselves on using our combined knowledge and expertise gained over the years to deliver great quality products coupled with reliable service.
ADVOCATE offer the complete solution for Curtain Walling, Windows, Doors & Patent Glazing in aluminium, composite (timber/aluminum) steel or PVCu.
We work as Principal Contractor direct to Local Authorities, Health Authorities, Housing Associations & Government Departments
Subcontractor to Local, Regional or National Contractors.
Direct to Residential home owners
Our fully integrated Design, Manufacturing & Installation system ensure a seamless process from initial contact to hand over.
When homeowners use a GGF Member company to carry out windows, doors or conservatory work, they are investing in professional workmanship and service of the very highest standard. Companies requiring flat glass or glazing products from a GGF Member can also be assured they are dealing with the best companies in the industry. So if you are wanting to improve your home or property, or simply need a glass and glazing product or service, why not browse our directory and contact a GGF Member Company in your area.
The GGF is pleased to receive applications from the following companies:
Altra Glass
Unit A12,
Cibyn Industrial Estate,
Caernarfon,
LL55 2BD
Suppliers of Quality Windows, Doors and Bespoke Glass Products Altra Glass are a local double glazing repair company located in North Wales. A family-owned business with a team that has have over 40 years’ experience in the double glazing industry.
Regal Meadow Limited
22 Silverdale Road
Birmingham
West Midlands
B24 0SH
https://www.regalmeadow.co.uk/
Regal Meadow are specialists in the replacement and repairs of all types of windows & Doors. UPVC, Timber, Steel and Aluminium. They pride ourselves on quality, efficiency and reliability. They provide Emergency Glazing and Window Replacement 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Euro Clad Project Services Ltd
Euro Clad Project Services Ltd specialise in the repair and maintenance of curtain walling and facades. Their specialist skills include the procurement, manufacture and installation of replacement glazing to match the existing facade including structurally bonded systems. Where the existing glass specification is no longer available they are able to provide the Client with samples of alternative products that achieve the closest possible thermal, acoustic and visual match whilst maintaining the existing safety requirements.
CSN Consulting LLP
https://www.csnconsulting.co.uk/
CSN Consulting LLP are a well established innovative Building Surveying Practice covering a wide range of services, including architectural design, professional surveying services, building surveys on all types of property, expert witness. Their depth of experience and involvement is extensive and is widely used by both public and private sector Clients alike.
RRS Improvements Ltd
Maritime House
143 Woodville Street
G51 2RQ
https://www.rrsimprovements.co.uk/
RRS Improvements Ltd has grown from being a small family run business to a large established company, carrying out roofing, building work and home improvements throughout Glasgow and all over Scotland.
Advocate AG
Morrow Lane Nurseries
Morrow Lane, Ardleigh
Essex
CO7 7NG
Advocate AG offer the complete solution for Curtain Walling, Windows, Doors & Patent Glazing in aluminium, composite (timber/aluminum) steel or PVCu. They work as Principal Contractor direct to Local Authorities, Health Authorities, Housing Associations & Government Departments Subcontractor to Local, Regional or National Contractors. Also direct to Residential homeowners.
Guild of Glass Polishers
The Guild of Glass Polishers offer free advice and guidance to anyone with a scratched glass problem.
Guild of Glass Polishers
Twitchen
Odiham Road
Riseley
Berkshire
RG7 1SD
https://www.guildofglasspolishers.co.uk/
MANUFACTURING AND INSTALLATION OF GLASS AND DOUBLE GLAZED SEALED UNITS
INSTALLATION OF UPVC AND ALUMINIUM FRAMES
Barn Glass, a family business with a proven track record over the last 68 years, has been the first choice for many specifiers, architects and contractors who require good quality rooflights, patent glazing, double glazing, bi-fold and sliding doors, conservatories, and glazed atriums.
Serving Surrey, London and the Home Counties, we have successfully transformed the homes and businesses of many thousands of customers.
Our team have over 120 years of experience between them, giving clients the professionalism and knowledge to help you. We are proud of our excellent reputation and with the wealth of knowledge and expertise we have gained in this time being associated within the glazing industry, we are able to work in partnership with our clients to choose a product and design that will meet their exact requirements.
Our membership of the relevant professional and industry bodies, let you know you are safe in the knowledge that you are dealing with a reputable, service led Window Company, of long standing and financial security.
There is officially no definition for a heritage window; however there are many windows referred to and claimed to be, heritage windows. Historic England does however refer to traditional windows suitable for Heritage Assets. To be suitable for a Heritage Asset such as in a conservation area, the window would have to stand up to close scrutiny by the planning officer to ensure it is a good visual match in appearance to the timber original. Consequentially, cutting corners would not be possible in this this situation.
However, with regards to new build projects which follow a more traditional design, or home owners with period style homes that have permitted development rights, no such scrutiny would be applied. It is therefore all too easy to supply a window which, to all intents and purposes would appear traditional to the untrained eye. The upside of this for the customer would appear to be the price but the value could be in question.
Besides looking slim, beautiful and stylish, what does a customer demand to receive in a truly traditional yet low maintenance sash window crafted by professionals?
· Slim sightlines through both the upper and lower sashes to maximise the visible glass area
· Equal panes in both sashes to create a balanced appearance consistent with original timber sash windows
· “Putty line” glazing and staff bead outer frames
· Neat chamfered matching astragal bars externally and ovolo internally to match originals
· Foiled woodgrain finish
· Continuous sash horns
· Patented Timberweld wood effect ‘butt jointed’ corner construction
· Bonded Georgian bars, precision cut inside and out for a three dimensional character with a patented clip system to permanently secure the bars in place
· Deep bottom rail sympathetic to original designs
· Integral mullion for multi-light windows to reduce sightlines from 153mm to 99mm and to match original timber detail
· Deep 55mm cill an original timber feature
· Elegant and stylish cam catches in a range of colours to match traditional design
On top of all the above, customers will also expect to have their windows come with an A rating for energy efficiency, a Secured by Design accreditation for security and a very rare BBA accreditation for longevity and performance, added benefits that are missing from most offerings.
Carol Slade, Managing Director for Masterframe says “We have seen an increase in demand for traditional sash windows with both homeowners and developers returning to a much loved style. It is important that we continue to deliver products that are as true to original as possible. We never cut corners and respect all the original features so that customers get the true benefit of fully enjoying a window design that has become an important part of our heritage.”
Read more about the features and benefits of award winning Masterframe windows here .
Masterframe has been in business for 31 years and is the only true “specialist” sash window manufacturer in the country.
We are all about sash windows, however, although you’ll see many of our photographs used on the GGF sites and we’ve been GGF members since 1997, you won’t find us on myglazing.com because as a trade manufacturer (we don’t install) we cannot be listed.
Each year we must stay ahead of the competition, so each year we develop new and exciting features like Timberweld®, Georgi-clips® and bespoke GPR sections.
Dedicated to retaining the elegant proportions through continuous innovation, creative flair, passion and design, you can be confident we set extremely high standards with excellent craftsmanship and attention to detail.
You’ll find we’re not cheap; indeed we’d go so far as to say we’re considerably more expensive than other sash window producers, but there are good reasons for that, not least because we include far more.
We’re happy to explain differences, the standards we set ourselves, the attention to detail we insist upon and gladly provide a wealth of testimonials from clients who trust us with their orders.
You decide the specification which suits your needs best, the benchmark you expect new windows to attain, using only the features that you believe are right for your project. Our job is to help you understand what the important features are and the choices you have, like:
We would be delighted to help you further with your project.
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