Window Style Finder Quiz

Mostly A’s: Traditional Timber Windows

• Your perfect match: Authentic timber windows in heritage colours or natural wood finishes
• Style: Traditional casement or sash windows with classic proportions that honour your property’s period character
• Material: High-quality timber (hardwood like oak or softwood like pine/Douglas fir)
• Colour: Heritage paint colours (sage green, period blue, cream) or natural wood stain finishes
• Best features:
  Authentic character that adds value to period properties
  Excellent insulation properties
  Sustainable and environmentally friendly choice
  Can be repaired and maintained for decades
• Maintenance: Requires painting or staining every 5-8 years, but the authentic look is worth it
• Ideal for: Period properties, conservation areas, listed buildings, those who value authenticity and traditional craftsmanship

Mostly B’s: uPVC or Timber-Effect Windows

• Your perfect match: High-quality uPVC windows in classic white or realistic timber-effect finishes
• Style: Traditional or contemporary styles with standard proportions to suit your home
• Material: Premium uPVC with multi-chambered frames for excellent energy efficiency
• Colour: Classic white, cream, or modern timber-effect finishes (Irish Oak, Rosewood, Anthracite Grey)
• Best features:
  Excellent value for money
  Very low maintenance – just wipe clean
  Outstanding energy efficiency with modern glazing
  Wide range of styles to suit most properties
  Long lifespan (20-30+ years)
• Maintenance: Minimal – occasional cleaning is all that’s needed
• Ideal for: Family homes, those prioritising practicality and value, properties from the 1930s onwards, budget-conscious renovators who don’t want to compromise on quality

Mostly C’s: Aluminium Windows

• Your perfect match: Slim-profile aluminium windows in contemporary dark finishes
• Style: Modern casement, sliding, or floor-to-ceiling designs with minimal sightlines
• Material: Powder-coated aluminium with thermal breaks for energy efficiency
• Colour: Anthracite grey, matt black, or charcoal – bold contemporary finishes
• Best features:
  Ultra-slim frames maximize glass area and natural light
  Virtually maintenance-free – won’t warp, rot, or fade
  Incredibly strong and durable (can last 45+ years)
  Perfect for large glazed areas and modern designs
  Sleek, contemporary aesthetics
• Maintenance: Virtually none – occasional wipe down keeps them looking perfect
• Ideal for: Modern and contemporary homes, new builds, self-builds, design-focused renovators, those wanting a striking architectural statement, maximizing views and natural light

If your answers were spread across A, B, and C, consider these hybrid options:

• Mix of A’s and B’s: Consider timber-effect uPVC windows that give you traditional aesthetics with modern convenience and lower maintenance.
• Mix of B’s and C’s: Look at aluminium windows in lighter colours (white or grey) for a contemporary look with excellent performance at a mid-range price point.
• Mix of A’s and C’s: Explore aluminium windows with heritage-style profiles or slimline timber windows that combine authentic materials with contemporary slim frames.