How To Choose The Best Window Frames For Your Home

Choosing the right window frame for your home can add to your property's overall character. Having a durable window frame solution can also play a crucial role in insulating your home. So, whether you're restoring a heritage property or looking to upgrade your existing frames. It's important to understand the options you can choose from.  

At Sherriff, we work with a variety of stone, metal and wooden window frames, which each have their own unique qualities. In this blog, we'll explore the pros and cons of each type of window frame. Helping you figure out the best choice to suit your home.  

Wooden window frames  

Wooden window frames are commonly found in traditional, historic, and listed properties. Due to their natural look, they are known for complementing older architectural styles. Their classic appearance makes them especially suited to period and heritage homes. Whether painted or left exposed, having wooden window frames can add warmth and authenticity to a home.

Advantages:

• Timber is a great solution for insulation

• Easy to customise, repair and repaint

• Ideal for traditional-style properties and listed buildings

Considerations:

• Wood is prone to weathering and moisture damage if not maintained

• A rotten window frame can lead to air leaks, draughts, and structural issues

• Frames require regular upkeep, including repainting or treating

If your home already features timber framing, we offer careful wooden window frame repair and restoration services to return them to their full function and beauty.

Metal window frames  

Typically made from steel or aluminium, metal window frames suit a wide range of properties. Their sleek lines and robust structure make them suited to both period architecture and modern homes. Metal window frames provide a timeless solution to suit any home, adding the finishing touches to both a traditional and modern style. Their versatility also makes them ideal for pairing with different styles of windows, such as stained glass or leaded.  

Advantages:

• Thin window frames that allow more light to enter the home

• Extremely durable and have been known to last over 100 years

• Requires less frequent maintenance than other types of window frames

Considerations:

• Metal isn’t as insulating as timber  

• Can be susceptible to corrosion over time without maintenance

• May be more expensive than other materials

Stone window frame surrounds

Stone window frames are less common than timber or metal, but they add an undeniable character to a home. These frames are usually found in older buildings such as churches, stately homes, or listed buildings. Choosing stone window frames for your home adds an architectural feature as well as structural support. The uniqueness of these window frames complements a traditional style in a distinctive way.

Advantages:

• Stone is durable, long-lasting and structurally sound

• It complements existing stone, brickwork and traditional styles

• Requires little maintenance to maintain a fresh look

Considerations:

• Its structure makes it difficult to alter or replace

• Repairs require specialist stone masonry skills

• Best suited to properties with existing stone architecture due to weight

Which window frame is right for your home?

The best choice of window frames for your home depends on the age, style and materials of your property. When considering which option suits your home the most, some points to remember can include:  

• Wooden window frames are a great choice for listed buildings and homes with a more traditional style.  

• Consider metal window frames if you have a more contemporary property and prefer minimal features.  

• Choose stone window frames to add a unique character to your home without the need for much maintenance.  

If your current window frames show signs of decay, such as flaking paint, warped wood, or a rotten window frame. Having a professional's help to repair the window frame can prevent further damage. At Sherriff, we offer expert window restoration services to help give your windows a new lease of life. Repairing your window frames can help to improve your home's insulation and security.

If you’d like to learn more about our window frame installation, restoration and repair services don’t hesitate to get in touch with one of our specialists on 01202 882208 or send an email to info@lead-windows.co.uk. You can also find our other helpful tips and guides on our website!

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