First impressions are lasting impressions. So making sure your doors and windows look as good from the outside as they do from the inside is an open and shut case.
Your windows and doors are one of the first things you (and your neighbours) see. They are the gateway to your home, the entrance for guests and, if picked carefully, the chosen designs can take your kerb appeal from good to great.
Style and function is key
In today’s glazing market, you’re not stuck for choice. From double-glazed options to energy-efficient designs, windows and doors have come a long way since the majority of the UK’s housing stock was first built between 1930 and 1982.
Nowadays, the latest technological glazing advancements mean most doors and windows are built to last. They’ll stand up to rain or shine, while keeping the cold out and the warmth in. So what designs are trending in the world of doors and windows right now?
From composite doors to casement windows, we’ve compiled a list of 2023’s most-wanted glazing treatments that are bound to make a bold first impression and score top marks for security.
What are the trends for doors in 2023?
- Composite doors are here to stay
While wooden doors can add a traditional touch to any entrance, composite doors give the timeless appearance of wood, minus the maintenance.
Durable, dense and very robust, composite doors usually come with a solid timber core, are packed with insulating materials and are then wrapped in long-lasting weather-resistant material, like laminate Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP). All-in-all, this helps increase the strength, security and energy efficiency of the door without compromising on style.
Here at Vision Windows & Doors Ltd we have a wide range of composite doors available from market-leading door brand, Solidor, which provides options and colours to complement the front of any home.
From traditional doors for period properties to contemporary styles for more modern homes. The anti-bump and anti-snap barrels and automatic locks further strengthen the security, so you can sleep easy knowing the entrance to your home is kept under lock and key.
- Bifold doors that bring the outside in
Light, bright and energy efficient, bifold doors are having a moment.
The doors, concertina back on themselves, and are often used externally in more modern spaces or extensions but they can be used internally, too. Bifold doors allow you to open up a whole wall full of glass doors to your outside space and are the perfect solution for homes that have a large window or wall space to play with, but less room for a door to open, like a balcony or patio.
Along with looking great and serving a functional purpose, bifold doors are crafted with security in mind as the locking system is spread over multiple points of the sliding track.
Maybe you’re a fan of the industrial look or prefer a neutral palette, at Vision Doors & Windows Ltd, our aluminium bi-folding doors come in a range of colours and we can also supply this product with integrated magnetic blinds to add some privacy or shade.
What are the window trends for 2023?
- Casement windows continue to rise in popularity
When you think of your average window — without even knowing it — a casement style probably comes to mind. Crafted with hinges at the side and opening outward to the right or left at a 90-degree angle, these beautiful glazing treatments are anything but average.
With an elegant design and the ability to let a large amount of light in, casement windows lend themselves to heritage and more modern properties. At Vision Doors & Windows Ltd, we can supply diamond and square-leaded windows and both standard and authentic Georgian bar options. All of which can be further personalised further with fittings in white, chrome, gold or black.
Plus, we supply all windows with A-rated energy efficient glass meaning they are the best performing double-glazed windows on the market in terms of energy efficiency and heat retention.
- Sash windows add character and value
Got a traditional Georgian or Victorian-style property? Then you’ll probably want to retain all that glorious 18th-century or 19th-character and value, and sash windows can help you do that.
These period feature windows traditionally slide over one another using a pulley system. Some window sashes are moveable, meaning you can slide the glass up and down on the track where it is positioned. While other sashes can’t be moved.
At Vision Windows & Doors Ltd, we offer a 10 year guarantee on all parts and labour. Plus, all our replacement windows are also high spec from a security point of view, with multi-point locking mechanisms on all units.
Ready to inject some kerb appeal?
Whether it’s windows or doors, take a look at our gallery to get some more inspiration.
Alternatively, get in touch with the friendly and professional team, who has more than 20 years’ experience, to find out more. Ring 01322 661 202 or drop us an email.