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The level of maintenance that your timber doors and windows will require will depend on the types of treatment and protection applied at the factory,

From bespoke Entrance Doors to traditionally styled timber Flush Casement windows and contemporary Bifold Doors, timber windows & doors can bring a sense of style and character to any property.

Timber patio doors are a great way to open up your home, connect you to your outdoor space and can make all the difference in

Whether you are building a new home in the style of the Georgian era, renovating a Victorian property or replacing windows in a Grade I

The entrance to your home should be a statement piece; stand out from the rest of the property and be a eye catching focal point of the front of your home giving it maximum kerb appeal. In this blog we give our top tips for creating the perfect entrance to your home.

Windows are often overlooked areas to decorate for the festive season, but there are hundreds of ways you can make the most of the interior and exterior look of your home by adoring your windows with seasonal decor.

Building acoustics is the science of engineering of achieving a good sound within a building. It can also be considered a discipline of great importance

The first conservation areas were identified in 1967 and today there are over 8,000 conservation areas in England, designated for their special architectural and historic

In our previous blog we discussed the different ways of ensuring you comply with the building regulations in England on new homes, this second volume

Compliance with the building regulations in the UK is something that every builder or developer has concerns about and with so many building regulations vying

Over the years, we, as an industry have witnessed many changes, one of which being the world in which we live in. The screening of

When it comes to renovating your home the options are endless so being aware of the latest trends is a great place to start. Here

For many years the uPVC window companies have been telling us that their windows are better than timber windows because they counteracts the pitfalls of

Windows are often being used as a barrier in place of an actual barrier or balustrade and building inspectors are now looking for evidence that

Today the use of engineered defect free timber that is sustainably farmed and grown for enhanced durability with controlled moisture content has played a big

At Bereco we have been reinforcing the value of a high quality installation for many years and more so in recent months with more and

What is Secured by Design? To answer this question simply, Secured by Design is a police initiative that strives to improve the security of both

Bereco’s General Manager Nicola Harrison discusses homeowners concerns around timber windows maintenance and decoration. When purchasing timber windows one of the most common questions I

Bereco’s range of installation and maintenance solutions will ensure a high performance installation that is fully compliant with UK building regulations and Bereco warranties. Cavity

In 2009, the Heritage at Risk campaign on conservation areas raised the loss of traditional windows as a cause for concern, stating that unsympathetic replacement

As with the introduction of other Building Regulations, Approved Document Q will be phased in. The regulation applies to all new buildings, unless a full

Here at Bereco we have created a step by step checklist to help you avoid common pitfalls and ensure your project runs smoothly and on

If a property is in close proximity to an airport, motorway or in a busy inner city location it is likely to be affected by

Bereco are now a fully licensed member of Secured by Design;  a national police initiative designed to help support the government initiative to reduce and

Choosing the right glazing for your home is an important decision, particularly for properties located in areas exposed to a high volume of environmental noise.

Glazing type is one of the most important choices when choosing the perfect windows and doors for your home. With the recent sudden rise in

The Interior décor and exterior façade of most properties can vary considerably in terms of style and finish. Choosing a dual colour finish on timber

Replacing the windows and doors in a listed building is often a common area of controversy and strict control. Windows and doors are a major