Beyond Manctopia Part One – Taking the Long View on life, business, heritage and wood
An interview by Paul Iddon, Vice President of Manchester Society of Architects with Tim Heatley, Co-Founder of Capital and Centric […]
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The magic of glass and how to specify
At a time of national lockdown, there has never been a better time to reflect on the importance of windows […]
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Can I replace my windows under the Green Homes Grant Scheme?
Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced the £2billion Green Homes Scheme as part of the Government’s efforts to support 100,000 jobs as […]
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Why it pays to buy from a financially secure supplier
It feels like an almost daily occurrence – another business goes into administration. From high street names, already struggling pre-Covid, […]
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George Barnsdale’s commitment to the circular economy
Prior to Covid 19 all anyone was talking about was zero carbon 2030. Architects have been doing more than most […]
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How do you balance planning constraints with environmental impact?
The world-wide focus on the climate emergency and the British Government’s renewed focus must be frustrating for owners of listed […]
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George Barnsdale celebrates being granted Made in Britain membership
George Barnsdale Ltd has once again been accredited as a member of Made in Britain. The Company’s adoption of the […]
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5 things to ask a timber window manufacturer
Choosing a timber window and door supplier can be a real challenge. On the face of it, they are all […]
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Are we taking the climate crisis and sustainability seriously enough?
Windows in any colour but always green The world is finally waking up to the climate emergency. The UK Government […]
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Performance – can you believe the claims made by manufacturers or is it a load of BS?
When it comes to fenestration performance, manufacturers offer assurances that their products comply to BS6375 part one of BS 6375 […]
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Hardwood or softwood – which is best?
“Hardwood always lasts longer” – a myth! When it comes to timber windows and doors, there is a common misconception […]
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What do we mean by secure windows and doors?
We all want to feel safe and secure in our own homes and businesses. Gone are the days of leaving […]
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George Barnsdale Welcomes New Staff to Manage Growth in Commercial Sales
In response to growth in its commercial projects and to bolster the operations management, George Barnsdale is delighted to announce […]
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The truth behind the retained facade and timber windows
Why do Developers choose retained facades? The requirements of a modern building are very different to many old buildings. Retaining the […]
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uPVC versus timber – which is better for the environment?
In a study carried out by Heriot-Watt University’s Institute of Building and Urban Design on behalf of the Wood Window […]
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