You will tend to find that sash windows more evenly due to the mechanisms found in the modern window. The most significant issue with this style of window is the effect of wear and tear over long term use. There are very few people who are satisfied by the ancient wooden windows that were common up until a few decades ago. Many people are keen to opt for a sash window when replacing their windows. You get the durable modern window but the look of a period window. It’s ideal really.

Replacement windows come with many benefits including reduced noise and savings on heating as heat loss is reduced. Traditional wooden framed windows take a lot of looking after and need regular paining and varnishing. UPVC will be much better though as they really only need the occasional wash to keep them in order.

Older sash windows release heat like Lady Gaga releases dreadful music; far too much and to the annoyance of everyone. Reduction of heat loss is then one of the great advantages of replacing them. It has also been shown that fitting your old windows with uPVC replacements can reduce this loss by a staggering 74%. Yes there is an upfront cost, but it will pay for itself surprisingly quickly. It’s not just about the heating though, you can also stop much more of the noise from the street coming into your ears via old windows.

If you prefer your house to be burglar free, you will be pleased to know that new window frames are much more secure than older ones. You will also find that double glazing is anything up to 5 times stronger than ordinary glass, not just an improvement of 200% as you might expect from putting two bits of glass next to each other. Of course stronger glass and frames makes it far less likely that a burglar will get into your house through the windows. You also will find that the modern frames come with more effective locking systems that will keep people out. You can even put a limit on how far the window can be opened; this can be an important safety feature in homes with small children.

There are many other styles you can choose from, to replicate that classical look, including Georgian bars with small glass panels. The way that this look is achieved is actually quite clever, a single pane of glass has spacer bars front and back which makes it look like the window is made of many smaller panes (as was the case in the Georgian period. As uPVC is such a highly flexible material, modern frames can be fitted to a wide variety of shapes and sizes including arches, bay windows, door and window combinations, fire escapes and raked frames. So if your current sash windows are looking a bit worn or you are experiencing any damage, you can be sure that uPVC replacements will give you the best of both worlds, the many advantages of modern materials as well as an authentic and classical look.