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The doors and windows of any home should enhance the appearance, improve security, retain heat and maximise space in a house. Your choice of doors and windows is crucial to maintaining a secure functional home whilst creating the impression you want to convey. The exterior of your home will benefit from double glazed doors and windows, whilst a stylish interior can be created with the wealth of interior doors available. It is possible to update a house without totally refurbishing each room. By replacing the doors to rooms and cupboards you can create a whole new image.

For small rooms, mirrored doors are available to create a greater illusion of space. You can also purchase sliding mirrored doors so that you use the minimal amount of space for everyday use. Folding doors are another way to maximise limited space, and are extremely versatile as they can be used for any room in the home.

When renovating a room, textured doors can add interest, such as Louvre doors that can be painted to match your décor or left unfinished. Wardrobes are particularly suitable for folding or sliding doors, with at least one mirrored door to check your look before you leave.

The exterior of a house should look attractive and many will prefer that the doors and windows complement surrounding houses, but they should also be safe and secure, which means fitting double glazed windows and doors. Security lighting and lockable gates are also used to make a home secure. Here at Wickes we have over 150 double glazed doors and windows in our range, meaning you can guarantee you will find a style to suit your home. We also have a range of door furniture, handles and locks to keep your home secure. Many home insurance companies insist on specified types of locks on doors and windows before they will insure you. It is worth checking your locks and replacing them if necessary to avoid your home insurance policy being deemed null and void.

Double glazed windows and doors are more energy efficient and will retain heat, acting as a barrier to cold draughts and reducing your energy bills. There are local grants available in some areas to help you to replace old, inefficient doors with new ones in a bid to conserve energy. As much of the heat from a home is lost through the doors and windows it is cost efficient to replace old ones.

There are health and safety regulations that apply to windows and doors in houses. If your windows or door glass are lower than 800 mm above the ground, then you must use toughened safety glass. This is the area where children and toddlers are likely to reach and are most at risk. If you have a loft that has been converted into a living area such as a bedroom, then a fire door will have to be fitted.

Double glazed windows and doors play a large role in the security and energy efficiency of your home as well as contributing towards the appearance of your home, which is why you should seek a reputable store to make your purchase.


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If you are looking for a way of giving your home a new look then choosing to lay new flooring in Tamworth can be a great way of doing this. Clearly this is going to depend on the budget that you have available as getting a new carpet or wooden floor installed is by no means a low cost job. However, if it has been a long time since you had your current surface laid then it may be that the wear and tear has set in or areas have faded. In this case, starting your search to find the right floor covering for your home can definitely give it a breath of fresh air.

What option are you going to decide to go for though? This is certainly a major decision as your new floor should last for years so you want to make sure that you make the right choice in terms of both style and suitability. When it comes to the styling that you want, then this is obviously going to depend on your personal preference and the rest of the decor within your home. You will have to decide whether you want a plush new carpet, a quality wooden floor or even a vinyl surface to go in your home.

The decision has also got to take into account the room of the house that it is intended for, a carpet is not going to be the right choice for your kitchen or bathroom as it is almost certainly going to get wet and have things spilt on it. A carpet can help to create a more comfortable environment so for the bedroom and living room it can sometimes be the best option. On the other hand, if you have pets or young children then you will be better off going for a vinyl or wooden floor. The reason for this is down to the potential mess that pets and children can make, if they do this on a carpet it can lead to stains whereas one of the other options can be cleaned very easily.

You should make sure that you spend a bit of time in your search for new flooring or carpets in Tamworth. The choice that you make is going to be in your home for a long period of time and will involve a fairly large outlay so you have got to make the right choice if you don't want to end up wasting your money. If you are unsure about any of the options available you should contact your local retailer who will be more than happy to give you advice and information.

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