Specialists in Secondary Glazing - Expertise in Storm Windows
In the heart of Swansea, a historic landmark has undergone a remarkable transformation. All Saints Church, built in 1845 and repurposed into a five-bedroom family home after closing in 2015, is now benefiting from a significant upgrade – bespoke secondary glazing.
Storm Windows, a specialist in secondary glazing for period, listed, and historic properties, was commissioned to undertake the project. Director Mitchell Reece confirmed that the bespoke glazing could be fitted without compromising the integrity of the windows at All Saints Church.
The installation of ORAÉ® low-carbon glass, an innovative glazing made from 64% recycled glass, will enhance the church's thermal efficiency while preserving its historic character. ORAÉ® delivers exceptional quality and outstanding thermal efficiency, making it an ideal choice for this conservation project.
All Saints Church faced significant challenges in terms of insulation and energy efficiency during its transformation. The glazing provides thermal efficiency, helping to increase a home's thermal efficiency by up to 50%. Moreover, it offers acoustic protection, reducing noise pollution by up to 80%, ensuring the peace and quiet needed for a comfortable living environment.
Careful paper templates were made to ensure a precise fit for the large three-panelled altar window at All Saints Church. The glazing panels are handcrafted to blend seamlessly with existing windows, maintaining the church's original charm while offering modern comforts.
Storm Windows has provided secondary glazing for more than just large-scale renovations on famous listed buildings. They have also worked on modest properties, demonstrating their commitment to preserving the heritage of buildings of all sizes.
For those seeking bespoke secondary glazing solutions tailored to period and listed properties in the UK, several companies specialize in providing energy-efficient, acoustically protective, and compliant options.
Anglian Home Improvements, Colin’s Sash Windows, and ADS Windows and Doors (Devon) are among the leading UK companies offering bespoke secondary glazing. Each company offers unique features, compliance guarantees, and materials to suit various preferences.
Secondary glazing is particularly favoured for conservation areas because it is a non-intrusive, reversible upgrade that avoids the need for replacing original windows, preserving the heritage look. The customization of these solutions ensures perfect fitting that maximizes thermal and acoustic benefits.
Storm Windows, the first UK installer of ORAÉ® low-carbon glass, offers a homeowners' finance plan with interest-free payments spread over 12 months for secondary glazing installations.
With their expertise in working on similar church projects, Storm Windows has proven their ability to balance modern solutions with respect for the historic integrity of these buildings. They have previously worked on projects such as All Saints Church in Hawkhurst, Kent, and Capel Nant near Abersoch.
As we witness the transformation of All Saints Church in Swansea, it is clear that bespoke secondary glazing can significantly enhance the energy efficiency, acoustic comfort, and overall appeal of historic properties, all while preserving their unique character.
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- Storm Windows, a specialist in secondary glazing for historic properties, was commissioned to upgrade the large three-panelled altar window at All Saints Church in Swansea.
- The installation of ORAÉ® low-carbon glass, an innovative glazing made from 64% recycled glass, will improve the church's thermal efficiency and preserve its historic character.
- With bespoke secondary glazing, All Saints Church can increase its thermal efficiency by up to 50% and reduce noise pollution by up to 80%.
- For homeowners seeking bespoke secondary glazing solutions for period and listed properties, companies such as Anglian Home Improvements, Colin’s Sash Windows, and ADS Windows and Doors in Devon offer energy-efficient, acoustically protective, and compliant options.
- Secondary glazing is ideal for conservation areas because it is a non-intrusive, reversible upgrade that helps preserve the heritage look of buildings.
- Storm Windows, the first UK installer of ORAÉ® low-carbon glass, offers a finance plan with interest-free payments spread over 12 months for secondary glazing installations.
- As we observe the transformation of All Saints Church, it demonstrates that bespoke secondary glazing can significantly enhance the energy efficiency, acoustic comfort, and overall appeal of historic properties, while preserving their unique character.
- Storm Windows has a history of balancing modern solutions with respect for the historic integrity of buildings, previously working on projects such as All Saints Church in Hawkhurst, Kent, and Capel Nant near Abersoch.
