Safeguard Flush Casement brochure April 25

It’s character that counts ‘‘Conservation areas protect the features that give character to our developed environments. They do not prevent change, but alterations should preserve or enhance the special character of the area and its setting.’ We couldn’t agree more. Conserving and advancing There’s a fine line between preserving our heritage and being stuck in the past. Many planning authorities recognise this and although there are a few cases where original materials are the only acceptable option, these are becoming fewer and further apart. Conservation areas and even listed buildings now have their share of PVC-U windows. The reasons are simple: the appearance has been perfected. Our PVC-U Flush Casement windows are virtually indistinguishable from timber but have two major advantages. Firstly, they are more affordable and can make a huge improvement to the comfort and appearance of a property where timber alternatives may be prohibitively expensive. Secondly, their insulating qualities, easy maintenance and recyclability make them an environmentally- friendly alternative. Our sightlines are spot-on and when fitted with dummy sashes will provide that coveted “wow factor” to your new window installation and add instant kerb appeal to your home. There is a great selection of period colours and wood-effect finishes, including a timber-grained, white or cream painted effect, which avoids potential unease about the smooth surface of PVC-U. 12