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The History Of The Fanlight

A fanlight is a rectangular or semi-circular window, usually above a door, with glazing bars.  Moreover, these windows are often shaped like a fan and allow plenty of natural light…
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How Front Doors Have Evolved

When Were Front Doors Invented? For over a millennium, front doors have been keeping people protected and heated. However, have you ever questioned where the idea of a front door…
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The History Of The Conservatory

Conservatory derives from the Italian for storing or preserving (conservato) and the Latin word for a place for (ory). Hence, a conservatory was originally for storing food. They were also…
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The Orangery And Its History

An orangery is a brick extension of the home with large glass windows and often a flat roof with a glass lantern. Moreover, an orangery is similar to a conservatory…
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The History Of The Letterbox

The letterbox has been around for centuries and is now one of the most important features of any home. Moreover, the letterbox slot in the door allows the post to…
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RAL 7016 Windows and Other Popular RAL Colours

Every year, the current trending colours change. However, RAL 7016, better known as anthracite grey, has taken the market by storm. The dark grey hue of RAL 7016 creates a…
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How To Choose The Best Kitchen Worktop

Choosing a kitchen worktop doesn’t have to be hard work.  Moreover, there are a few easy ways to make the best choice for your kitchen worktop at home. Consider your…
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Veranda: The Ultimate Guide

Verandas Whether you are looking for a veranda system for an outdoor room, carport or patio cover – our team of experts at St Helens Windows are able to provide…
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How To Clean uPVC Windows

How To Look After Your uPVC Windows A clean window can have an impact on the attractiveness of your home. Windows made from uPVC rarely require maintenance to keep them…
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Improve Your Home With A Brand New Door

When it comes to improving the look of our homes, there is a wide range of things that we can use to make improvements. The colour of our walls, wooden…
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How To Let More Natural Light Enter Your Home

Let More Natural Light In Long dark nights and winter months can cause a lack of natural light in our homes. However, instead of hibernating during this time of the…