As a company, we believe in doing things to help others wherever possible. This year we decided to sign up to the Mission Christmas Cash for Kids. Our head office at Wakefield is a drop off point for donations, to help underprivileged children who may not otherwise receive a gift this Christmas. Our team have…

It’s reached that time of year where the temperature starts to plummet, the heating’s on, washing needs drying and roast dinners need cooking. But all these activities, usually result in one thing – condensation. The excess water vapour caused by these every day activities is absorbed into the atmosphere, and when cooled, the result is…

With almost half a million domestic burglaries recorded in the UK in 2017 (ONS), it’s no surprise that home security is fast-becoming a major consideration for home owners when making purchasing decisions. There’s nothing more important than the safety and security of your home and family, and it seems home improvement consumers are willing to…

In an age where technology is constantly upgrading to make almost any daily task easier and quicker, it’s hard to believe that many homeowners still think extending their home will be a long, laborious process with lots of costs, fuss and mess. In fact, the home improvement industry has far from been left behind in…

Experts continue to debate whether the UK is heading for a drought as hosepipe bans begin to be enforced. These prolonged dry spells don’t happen very often in the UK, but they do happen and when they hit we all feel the consequences. The last one we witnessed was in 1976 when communities had their…

 The World Cup is underway, and a large proportion of the nation is glued to the screen to see who will be bringing it home. It’s one of those events that brings people together. Even if you’re not the biggest of football fans, it’s an excuse to get together with friends, shout and cheer at…

Here at West Yorkshire Windows we want to help you kick off the 2018 World Cup in style!   To make sure you never miss a game, order your conservatory or orangery and pay your deposit before the first England game starting whistle and we will give you a 43″ LG Smart TV absolutely FREE!*…

If you are considering new windows for your property, you might know exactly which material you want, or you might be reviewing your options. Perhaps you just assumed you would replace your existing windows with the same material that’s there now, without giving it much thought. Either way, here’s a handy guide to PVC-U, aluminium…

Conservatories continue to be a popular home improvement choice in the UK and as we enjoy some Spring sunshine, it’s often the time of year that people take the plunge and place an order. However, before you decide, it’s important to think about how you’ll use the new space, how you want it to look…

It’s all about colour in the world of windows and doors in 2018. Following the trends in the interior and building design arenas, windows and doors are keeping pace with changing tastes. Property programmes such as Grand Designs remain an authoritative voice in property design and there are an increasing number of programmes educating us…

Modern PVC-U is a precision-engineered, sustainable, fully recyclable material whose superior thermal efficiency offers significant energy savings in the home. And it’s a responsible choice; PVC-U has an expected lifespan of at least 35 years, and when it does reach the end of its life it can be recycled up to ten times. But don’t…

We have witnessed some pretty extreme weather conditions already this year and so fast changing too! Snow piling up one minute and completely melted the next and then not many weeks after, soaring temperatures. It’s hard to keep up! It’s also clear to see why solid roofs continue to be so popular! Depending on the…

The demand for coloured windows and doors continues. Fuelled by on-trend interior magazines and property programmes, coloured windows now account for a much larger proportion of total windows sold and it’s not hard to see why. With all the benefits of white PVC-U windows including thermal efficiency and low maintenance, coloured PVC-U can also help…

It’s a busy time for the home improvements industry as we enter Spring and look forward to summer. Now is the time homeowners find the enthusiasm to spec out which home improvements they need, and which will make it to the top of the priority list. So, which products are likely to make the grade…

As we approach what are classed as our summer months in the UK, thousands of homeowners will be considering adding a conservatory to their home. Homeowners everywhere still crave extra space for dining, working from home, or simply enjoying the garden, whatever the weather. But which conservatory is right for you? Here we get up…

For those of us living and breathing windows, doors and conservatories, we’ve witnessed first-hand the ebb and flow of different products as tastes change and as newer, better versions are brought to market. In the last couple of years particularly though, as an industry, we have risen to the challenge to provide more choice and…

Having just experienced the coldest days on record for March with snow, gales and blizzards, you’d be forgiven for thinking we’re still in the depths of winter. But Spring is just around the corner! The days are already getting longer, the daffodils are trying to bloom and it’s the time of year that many of…

It’s important to get our homes as energy efficient and as secure as possible. It’s important to make sure the roof is insulated and the boiler’s working, but it’s also equally important to make sure your windows and doors are in top condition. If your windows and doors aren’t up to scratch then all the…

With today’s property market so unpredictable and the price of moving soaring, it might make more sense to add space to your property rather than move. Not only add space but also value to your property too. 5 top tips  Lick of paint Might sound cosmetic but a coat of new paint (keep the colour…

Opinions about the state of the market are always particularly free-flowing at the start of a new year and 2018 has been no different. The general consensus seems to be that while the requirement for white casement windows will continue to drop off somewhat, there is still demand for windows and doors and in in…

Searching for conservatory ideas? Filled with light a conservatory is the perfect way to add space and value to your home. It’s a room designed mostly for relaxation, but is often used to entertain family and friends. It is where you can make the most of the early morning sun or draw down the conservatory blinds at…

Planning your conservatory With a wide range of conservatory types available, make sure you carefully look at all your options and go through all your ideas and planning with your advisor. This can help you decide on the one that fits best with your home and suits your needs. Here are somethings to consider whilst…