Stay Traditional And Go For Timber

Timber-based home improvements have fallen by the wayside in recent years due to the increasing popularity of UPVC, but timber still has an important place within the market and remains a firm favourite with thousands of Scottish homeowners. You only have to look at a stylish set of timber windows or doors to understand why they will never go out of fashion. The authenticity of a wooden timber frame is one of its biggest selling-points. There is nothing fake or artificial about it; it has a natural look that no other material can replicate. In terms of its construction, timber is extremely flexible as it can be cut into just about every shape, size and style to perfectly suit both the period and contemporary property.
Its strength is another major asset. When you have timber windows in Edinburgh or timber windows in Bathgate installed you want them to provide your home with a secure solution that prevents people from breaking into your household. Have you ever tested the solidity of a timber-based home improvement? If not, then we suggest that you do as it has a durability to it that guarantees reliability.
One of the reasons why timber has slowly started to drop in popularity compared to UPVC is due to the widely held misconception that it takes too much time and effort in terms of maintenance. Yes, whilst there is no denying that timber needs treating every now and again, any notion that it will easily rot, warp and crack is somewhat off the mark.
Treating your timber-built double glazing in Edinburgh now and again with a suitable varnish and other window treatments should be enough to ensure that they provide you with value for money and a window for life.
Wood is also versatile in terms of finishing. Whereas some materials can only be painted in a limited amount of colours, multiple finishes can be applied to a timber window so finding a shade to complement your home is made easy. A fresh coat of paint may be required every few years, but when you see how much it helps to revitalise the frames you will immediately see the benefits of doing so.
Any property with timber-made home improvements is sure to be bursting in character and capable of protecting your home from the weather, no matter how extreme it gets. Give it the attention it deserves and it will give you so much back.