CRITTALL WINDOWS LTD
Suppliers of: Steel Windows, Metal Doors, Metal Windows, Commercial steel windows, Replica Steel Windows, Double Glazed Steel Windows, Steel window refurbishment, Steel Windows and doors, Replica Refurbishment
Crittall Windows Limited was established almost 180 years ago in Braintree, Essex, England. Over the years, Crittall pioneered and standardised the steel window industry and became the dominant source of steel windows and doors internationally with manufacturing facilities on five continents. Crittall manufacture and supply steel windows, doors and internal screens from their UK base in Witham, Essex offering an extensive range of traditional, contemporary and interior fenestration solutions.
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Corporate W20 windows and doors offers great versatility. No other steel window system offers such an extensive range of sections, allowing the designer the opportunity to create many styles including elaborate composite windows.
An effective weatherstripping system, and the option of double glazing up to 14mm when gasket glazed, and 16mm wet glazed ensure excellent thermal insulation properties, and the system’s large opening casements and slim frame make it particularly popular with conservationists and planners.
An innovative, thermally broken steel window and door system. Slim profiles replicate original Crittall steel windows combining traditional aesthetics with 21st century levels of performance.
The cold form steel profiles retain the narrow sightlines and iconic profile providing maximum natural light and excellent thermal properties.
Provides the benefits of modern glazing technology whilst retaining the slender styling characteristic of steel.
Corporate MW40 steel windows are pressure equalised and double weather stripped for insulation and performance for specification where superior air, wind or water resistance and greater sound attenuation are required.
InnnerVision®: Internal Glazed Screens
InnerVision internal screens are designed to transfer maximum levels of interior light using minimalist profiles. Offering a combination of modular or custom sized options with choice of acoustic, privacy and decorative glazing, Innervision allows the designer to create light, open spaces with refreshingly uncompromised design flexibility.
HOMELIGHT Plus: Residential Steel Windows
Crittall Homelight Plus windows provide maximum daylight due to their small profile design, and are designed for applications where smaller typical sizes do not require the weight or depth of the Corporate W20 or Berkeley sections. The slim frame members provide a light delicate feel to the window and the small or horizontal pane options can reflect Georgian or Art Deco styles.
Cold Formed Steel Doors: Commercial Steel Doors
Crittall’s door range is enhanced by an extensive range of narrow-style, hollow-profile, cold formed doors.
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What is the cost of Crittall windows?
When budgets are tight and there is still much nervousness at the state of the UK economy, householders are naturally cautious when it comes to spending hard-earned money on major home renovation projects.
Leading brands such as Crittall are particularly aware of how cost can impact on consumer decision-making, influenced by different factors. As the best-known name in the steel window industry, we know our products are at the higher end of the price spectrum. We also know that many companies claim to produce ‘Crittall-style’ windows that are far less expensive than ours – and of far inferior quality.
Genuine Crittall windows are an investment that bring many benefits, not least that of increasing property values. So what are the factors which lead us to price our windows as we do? In this blog we’ll explore some of these and explain why the benefits of steel outweigh the alternatives:
Bespoke manufacturing
Every window we manufacture is custom-made to our client’s unique specifications, enabling them to get exactly what they want, how they want it. The manufacturing process involves skilled artisans and specialised techniques, all of which naturally increases costs compared to mass-produced alternatives.
High quality materials
All our windows are made in Britain and are manufactured from high grade, recycled steel. Our steel frame windows are built to last for many decades, which is why they have garnered such a good reputation since we first made them in the 19th century. Steel is, of course, stronger and more expensive than alternatives such as aluminium and uPVC which again, is reflected in the price.
Technology and innovation
Here at Crittall, we harness modern technologies for improved thermal performance and security, and we constantly innovate to meet and exceed current and evolving building standards. We also take into consideration changing customer tastes, all of which requires investment.
Heritage and Brand Value
Crittall has a long and continuous history of premium product manufacture. Our windows and doors can be found in many significant late 19th and 20th century buildings and as such, our products have also become iconic. Naturally, premium products attract equivalent prices.
So Crittall’s windows and doors are more expensive than cheaper, mass-produced alternatives for the reasons stated above. We make no apologies for that, but we can pose another question – why wouldn’t you choose an aluminium-built alternative over a Crittall window?
Well, if you’ve been doing your research you’ll be aware that there are hundreds of products out there labelled ‘Crittall-style’ or ‘Crittall-type’. Unfortunately, these products are simply inferior to ours and, at very best, are just imitations of steel windows and won’t perform in the same way. Crittall-branded products offer quality and craftsmanship that simply can’t be beaten by alternative window materials, which is why so many architects turn to us when they’re planning a new build or refurbishment project.
Sliding Innervision doors
In a nutshell, Crittall’s windows and doors are the real deal. When you choose a durable Crittall product, you know you’re making a good investment in a premium product that encompasses quality, strength, and an impressive heritage. For these and many other reasons, we are the market leader in windows and doors, and our continuing dedication to excellence will ensure this remains for many years to come.
Over the years, Crittall Windows’ products have been installed in iconic buildings not just in the UK but across the world. If you’re looking for steel windows and doors which deliver on aesthetics, performance and offer unbeatable heritage, contact Crittall Windows today. Speak to a member of the team to discuss your latest project requirements and discover how real Crittall can bring your design to life. Visit: https://www.crittall-windows.co.uk/
Six ways that Crittall Windows can enhance your extension
For more than 100 years Crittall has put the wow factor into home improvement projects of all shapes and sizes and today, when the industrial look is the last word in chic, the demand for Crittall products remains as robust as ever.
Why? Because Crittall is a byword for a unique blend of form and function that brings light and elegance to any space, indoors or outdoors. In this blog we’ll look at how you can incorporate our windows into your extension project, transforming your living area and enhancing your property’s aesthetic appeal.
Why Choose Crittall Windows for Your Extension?
With their distinctive slim steel frames, our windows have been a hallmark of quality and style since 1849. Their timeless design complements both traditional homes and contemporary architect-designed properties, making them an ideal choice for extensions. By opting for our glazing, you can create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, maximise natural light and achieve a sophisticated industrial look that’s both on-trend and enduring.
Create a Stunning Glass Box Extension
One of the most striking ways to use Crittall windows in your extension is to design a glass box-style addition to your home, using our frames to create entire walls of glazing, allowing for panoramic views and flooding your new living space with daylight. A glass box extension can serve as a beautiful kitchen, dining area, or relaxing lounge, offering a modern look that blends seamlessly with your entire floor garden or terrace.
Install Crittall Patio Doors for total Indoor-Outdoor Living
Replace traditional French doors or bifolding options with our elegant patio doors to create a stylish transition between your interior and exterior spaces. These doors can span the entire width of your extension, opening your living area to the garden and bringing the outside in. The slim profiles of our frames ensure that you’ll enjoy unobstructed views and plenty of natural light all year round.
Incorporate a Room Divider
For open-plan living spaces, consider using a bespoke internal screen as a room divider. This allows you to maintain an airy, open feel while creating distinct zones within your extension. A room divider can separate your kitchen from the dining area or living room, providing a sense of definition without compromising on light or space.
Add Character with Internal Doors
Extend the industrial aesthetic throughout your home by installing slimline steel internal doors between your extension and existing living spaces. These sleek, steel-framed doors (which can be made in a wide range of colour options including any BS colour or custom shade, as well as our iconic black) create a cohesive look and allow light to flow freely between rooms. They’re particularly effective in side extensions or when connecting a new kitchen to the rest of the ground floor.
Create a Stunning Orangery-Style Extension
Combine the elegance of a traditional orangery with the modern appeal of Crittall’s windows to create a unique extension. Use our frames to form large windows and doors around the perimeter of your new space, topped with a glass roof or lantern. This approach works beautifully for dining areas or relaxing lounges, offering a light-filled retreat that can be used for many purposes.
Embrace Industrial Chic with Exposed Brick and Crittall Glazing
For a bold, urban-inspired look, pair our bespoke windows and doors with exposed brick walls in your extension. This combination of raw materials and sleek glazing creates a striking contrast perfect for modern kitchens or living spaces. The black steel frames of our windows complement the texture of exposed brick, resulting in a sophisticated industrial aesthetic that is sure to impress.
If you’re planning an extension that is stylish, beautiful and practical, Crittall offers versatile solutions, whether you’re creating a glass box addition, installing elegant patio doors or incorporating internal screens. For more information contact us here or call Tel 01376 530 800.