While historic older properties may be pretty to look at, planning restrictions meaning insulating fixtures such as double glazing or composite doors
frequently cannot be added means many people prefer newer homes, it has been claimed.
Natalie Gameson, in an article for the Daily Mail, says
having to spend the winter in a poorly insulated Victorian property put her off period properties.
She added the front doors of the flat created a "permanent draught", while it was difficult to warm the
open plan kitchen and living area due to the single glazed windows.
Ms Gameson
spoke to Channel 4 Property Ladder presenter Sarah Beeny, who urged buyers to look out for homes where there was double glazing and the internal doors had been sealed - which she said was a
"must" for keeping warm.
Meanwhile, Pete Wesley, director of the homeowner energy saving advice service The Eco Partnership, said:
"Single glazing is a contributory factor in making the highs and lows of temperature exacerbate the issue [of poor
ventilation]."
Homeowners who wish to stay warm, while also invoking a sense of history and style with their property fixtures may wish
to visit North West double glazing supplier Force 8.
Here they can browse a
range of arch windows and arched doors, all of which are fully double glazed, without compromising on style.
Force 8 the North West's leading arched
frame specialist.
Written by Alison Goldman
