UPVC Sash Windows

AdeD75

Hello,

I am considering replacing my drafty, warped sash windows with UPVC. I live in a Victorian semi in a conservation area - while I would love to replace with hardwood, the costs are prohibitive. Also, both windows are awkward to access from the outside, making maintenance challenging.

So, while I am erring towards UPVC (with a white woodgrain effect), I am looking for something that is as close as possible to the original. I understand and appreciate that whatever new frame I opt for will be chunkier than the existing, which carries only a single pane of glass. I have been looking at Masterframe's Classic range, which I've been quoted for with a local fitter. This isn't the slimmest unit - can anyone recommend any alternatives that might provide a sleeker look without totally blowing the budget? For reference, I have been quoted around £2500 for replacement of 2 sash windows (each of which is c1.5x1.5m) and 1 casement window - so around £1100 for each of the sashes.

Many thanks in advance!

Adrian

leveller2911

Have you checked with the Conservation Officer that Upvc is allowed?.

jimbo_the_jetset

Have you asked any specialist 'local' sash repairers if they are salvageable? We had all of our draught proofed which involved planing straight, fitting brushes and new beads.

Personally, I would avoid national outfits.

martinthebandit

jimbo_the_jetset wrote: »

Have you asked any specialist 'local' sash repairers if they are salvageable? We had all of our draught proofed which involved planing straight, fitting brushes and new beads.

Personally, I would avoid national outfits.

This ^ although I would be asking if they can fit double glazing in them as well.

maisie_cat

I agree that repair if possible, or failing that, a good quality wooden secondary glazing if there is enough windowsill. I doubt the CO will allow UPVC

sashman

maisie_cat wrote: »

I agree that repair if possible, or failing that, a good quality wooden secondary glazing if there is enough windowsill. I doubt the CO will allow UPVC

Being in a CA doesn't matter, most homeowners have Permitted Development Rights, (even in CA areas) if you have PDR's then new regulations NPPF says you are free to change windows of "similar appearance" it doesn't matter what the material is.

Doozergirl

sashman wrote: »

Being in a CA doesn't matter, most homeowners have Permitted Development Rights, (even in CA areas) if you have PDR's then new regulations NPPF says you are free to change windows of "similar appearance" it doesn't matter what the material is.

Would you link to the paragraph in the NPPF?

Homeowners in conservation areas either have restricted permitted development rights or PD rights removed altogether.

The NPPF can only replace local planning legislation where the local authority does not have a current local plan in place. New local plans should reflect the NPPF but LAs will have their own ideas and will resist to the point of people having to go to appeal to thrash it out.

The NPPF doesn't deal with permitted development rights anyway. It's a 54? page document mainly about new development for the entire country, designed to be brief. I'll reserve judgement until you show me the paragraph about replacement windows in conservation areas, but I don't think what you're saying is based much in fact.

sashman

Hi Doozergirl

Sorry I failed to see this earlier!

Where homeowners have PDR's they dont need further permission, they are free to change windows....of similar appearance regardless of material.

as soon as PDR have been restricted or removed they must obtain permission, however councils must now (thanks to NPPF) consider the value the further occupation/living requirements and thus the prolonged life of the building, not simply the building itself.

NPPF suggests councils should find in favour of work described as damaging only if it is likely to cause substantial damage should it be rejected.

Dont wish to fall foul fo advertising so I will send a direct message with information etc if thats ok

sashman

adaalb01

Can anyone comment specifically on Rehau Rio flush UPVC windows? 

Would you recommend?