Doors and Windows
Doors and Windows advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Doors and Windows
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How to choose the best front door to make the most of your period homeWell-considered period front door ideas will help you to create a valuable first impression and can transform the appearance of your property
By Holly Reaney
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Why sliding doors continue to soar in popularityChoosing between bifold or sliding doors in your renovation? There is a reason one of them continues to be a favourite in UK homes
By Sponsored
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Choosing between bifold or sliding doors for your extension? There is now a third-optionSlide and turn doors are the best of both worlds with unobstructed views and flexibility
By Sponsored
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How to replace front door glassFollow this step-by-step guide to upgrading and replacing front door glass
By Rhoda Parry
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How much is secondary glazing and is it worth it?How much does secondary glazing cost? We look at the prices for the various options, plus installation and maintenance
By Rebecca Foster
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Types of glazing for your windows, explained: a complete guideHere’s what you need to know about specifying types of glazing for thermally efficient windows
By Rebecca Foster
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Replacement windows – how to choose them and how much they costImprove your home's look, value and energy efficiency with our go-to guide to replacement windows. We've broken down all the costs and options for you.
By Amy Cutmore
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Looking on the bright side – four clever ways to shed light on your extensionPromotional feature with VELUX
By Amy Cutmore
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Promotional feature: Thinking about new windows?Make it easy with experts who offer a white-glove service...
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Can you guess the most popular front door colour for 2018?This question caused a bit of a stir here at Ideal Home HQ, as none of us guessed right!
By Tamara Kelly
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How to pick the perfect windowsWindows aren't simply a practical feature of your home.
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Would you trust your phone to lock your front door?New keyless SmartLock takes home security to a higher level
By Rachel Homer
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How to install interior doorsMake a huge difference in a weekend by replacing dated doors with something stylish
By Amy Cutmore
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11 doors worth going behind at Open House WeekendThis weekend you can go behind the closed doors of some of the capital’s most famous buildings
By Stephanie Hendries
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What does the colour of your front door say about you?As the saying goes, first impressions are everything - and this is certainly true of your home. A beautifully painted front door makes all the difference, but what does your colour choice say about you?
By Tara King
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Stained glass windows to make your house stand outWowed by the beautiful stained glass windows? There are plenty of bespoke options available when it comes to commissioning your own
By Penny Botting
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6 ways to give your country home kerb appealChoose any of these beautifully traditional porches and doors, or give an instant update with new door furniture, and you can guarantee guests a warm welcome and stop passers-by in their tracks.
By Anne Esden
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Sash window companiesWe track down the nation’s finest sash window makers and restorers
By Charlotte Duckworth
