How Efficient are Double Glazing Window Locks?
We all want our home to be safe and secure. Protecting our family and valuable possessions is one of the top priorities when it comes to home security. Sometimes, the focus of home security is placed on the entrance doors. Super-strong composite and uPVC doors with multi-point locking systems are now a prerequisite for many ... Read more
Essential Window and Door Checks to Prepare Your Home for a Somerset Winter
While we might not face the harshest winters in the UK, winter in Somerset brings damp Atlantic air, sudden cold snaps and rain that seems to come in sideways. Your windows and doors take the brunt of it and small problems have a way of getting worse once the temperature drops. A bit of maintenance ... Read more
Protect Your Home For National Home Security Month
National Home Security Month has been created to raise awareness of home security. As many of us live busy lives, it’s essential to remember the importance of securing our homes to keep us safe. Every day there are burglaries across the UK. Although this is a concern, there are many things you can do to ... Read more
What is TrustMark?
When you’re investing in new windows or doors, the quality of installation is just as important as the product itself. Poor installation leads to draughts, condensation, security problems and higher energy bills. Choosing an installer that is licensed to carry the TrustMark logo, like Majestic Designs, gives you extra peace of mind when it comes ... Read more
Why uPVC Doors are the Best Choice for Energy Efficiency
With energy prices continuing to rise, we’re all feeling the pressure when it comes to heating our homes. While we can’t control those costs, we can make smart changes to improve energy efficiency. One of the most overlooked sources of heat loss is right in front of us—our doors. About 15% of heat loss occurs ... Read more
Top 10 Facts You Didn’t Know About Windows
In the 21st century, our double glazed windows are certainly something we can’t live without. While they give our homes kerb appeal, as well as a great source of energy-efficiency and thermal insulation, we usually take them for granted. But because windows do play such a big part in our everyday lives, when you stop and ... Read more
How Do Energy Efficiency Ratings Work?
When replacing windows, you might be thinking about the style, colour and material, but you might also want to consider the energy efficiency of your new glazing. Installing energy efficient windows could save hundreds of pounds a year on heating bills and offset any poor insulation issues elsewhere in the home. Here at Majestic Designs, ... Read more
Give Your Home a Personality With Bespoke Windows
From culinary preferences to taste in music, no two people, not even family or close friends, are the same. In the same way, it goes without saying no two properties are alike. Your home reflects your unique personality in more ways than one, from the colour you choose for your walls to your choice of ... Read more
Why Choose Stable Doors for Your Home?
At first glance, stable doors might appear just like any other uPVC or composite door. A closer look reveals an elegant yet highly practical functional door oozing quaint rural aesthetics and character. A precursor to the modern screen door and rooted in traditional agricultural living, a stable door is an ideal choice when you’re looking ... Read more
Are Casement Windows Secure?
Securing your property is a primary concern for most homeowners, who seek to keep both their possessions and family safe. Windows and doors are often the main entry point for burglars and other unwelcome visitors, which is why security should be at the forefront of your mind when it comes to upgrading or refurbishing your ... Read more