HughF Posted September 18, 2023 Share Posted September 18, 2023 There’s a possibility that I might have to replace a good percentage of the windows in my cottage/shack/farmhouse. I know that most people on here like to buy the best (aluclad etc) but as this is a rental, and I don’t know how long I’ll be here, I’m looking for ‘cheap and cheerful’. It probably doesn’t need to be BR compliant as it’s technically not a dwelling, so any old double glazing will do. Does anyone have experience buying ‘standard softwood windows’ and can advise where to look? Ideally I’d like them pre-painted. I could go for plastic, but I expect that will carry a premium over timber, and the sight lines might not be ideal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HughF Posted September 19, 2023 Author Share Posted September 19, 2023 (edited) Anyone? EDIT: Found WoodenWindows.com, they don't do french, but they do flush... £662/window, in primer... uPVC is cheaper, and is french opening Sent an RFQ to timber windows direct, who my friend has used for his replacement sash windows. Edited September 19, 2023 by HughF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Punter Posted September 19, 2023 Share Posted September 19, 2023 Cheap softwood windows can rot through in no time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HughF Posted September 19, 2023 Author Share Posted September 19, 2023 14 minutes ago, Mr Punter said: Cheap softwood windows can rot through in no time. Current ones have done 50yrs... And this isn't my house - If the landlord wants timber replacement, he's getting softwood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Punter Posted September 19, 2023 Share Posted September 19, 2023 4 minutes ago, HughF said: Current ones have done 50yrs Modern softwood can be fairly crappy in comparison. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HughF Posted September 19, 2023 Author Share Posted September 19, 2023 Just now, Mr Punter said: Modern softwood can be fairly crappy in comparison. Yep, understood... My preference would be for uPVC obvs, but the landlord will probably have the final say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HughF Posted September 19, 2023 Author Share Posted September 19, 2023 Quote in, £628.12 plus vat…. Think I’ll try and stick to plastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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