Heritage Slimlite Windows
The Heritage Slimline Timber windows from Schnauber overcome the dilemma of authenticity versus energy efficiency that face many property owners who have a listed building or live in a conservation area.
Windows play an important role in defining the character of a property, especially for a listed building. Any repairs or alterations which could affect the character of such a building are subject to Listed Building Consent.
Schnauber’s Heritage Slimline Timber windows have the appearance of single-glazed windows but can be supplied either single or double glazed. Ultra-thin frames are designed with individually glazed window panes held together with a glazing bar. Modern manufacturing methods help us to retain the traditional look and feel – giving our customers the best of both worlds.
The Heritage Slimline Timber window is available as a flush casement design or a storm proof casement.
Traditional look
Perfect choice for a traditional look and the only choice if you require Listed Building Consent for your property.
Durability
Quality materials and modern manufacturing methods ensure that the Heritage Slimline windows from Schnauber are guaranteed to last.
Low maintenance cost
The use of high quality timber and water sealed finishes ensures that Schnauber Heritage Slimline Timber windows are easy to maintain. Minimal maintenance is recommended every 5-10 years.
High level of safety and security
Our Heritage Slimline Timber windows are supplied with have multi-point locking systems for your safety and security.
High thermal efficiency
The Heritage Slimline Timber window is naturally resistant to heat loss. It is designed to help owners of historic property retain the character of their building whilst improving energy efficiency with the option of a slender double glazed unit.
Eco-friendly
Our manufacturing process, as well as our production of timber, is environmentally friendly.
High level of safety and security
Our Heritage Slimline Timber windows are supplied with have multi-point locking systems for your safety and security.
Traditional design
Thin timber frames with individually glazed windows reflecting the look of traditional putty glazed panes.
The glass panes can be 2 by 2; 4 over 4, 6 over 6 or even 8 over 8. With Schnauber it is whatever meets your needs.
Heritage Slimline windows are available in both a single glaze and a thin double glazed option.
Single glazed or thin double glazed unit.
If you require absolute quality detailing and care around the authenticity of design and construction - particularly if applying for Listed Building Consent, where the alterations being made will be scrutinised by the Local Planning Authority.
If you are looking for high performance windows that are energy efficient.
If you need a timber window that is suitable for a Listed Building.
If you live within a conservation area and are replacing a window in an existing house.
If you are building a new home within a conservation area.
The timber windows are either painted or stained internally in an unlimited range of colours using the latest environmentally friendly water resistant paint technology. Externally they can be painted to match the existing colours used in your building.
Wide selection of ironmongery including hinges, handles and fittings to suit the historic character of an existing building.
They can be supplied with a range of glass types, including; opaque glass, safety glass, solar glass and textured glass. These additional details provide you with a wider range of choices.
Providing a double glazing alternatives is a great way to improve the energy performance of heritage assets such as listed buildings, which commonly have low EPC ratings.
This style of window, when fitted with a double glazing option has a ‘U’ Value of …
We would recommend every 5- 10 years depending on the environment in which you live.
Beyond this cycle of maintenance, the life span of the products can be greatly increased through repair and replacement.