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Georgian Windows

Windows For Period & Georgian Houses

  • Colours and styles to suit period properties
  • Made-to-measure, with a range of options
  • Industry-leading energy-efficiency & security
  • Built to last with long-lasting guarantees

Windows For Georgian Properties

Wooden Sash

The most authentic option for replacing period windows and often required in conservation areas.

  • Softwood or hardwood options
  • Engineered wood to stop rattling
  • Smooth running mechanisms
  • Traditional sash furniture

uPVC Sash

Available in uPVC woodgrain finish to maintain the appearance of a traditional sash window.

  • Replica traditional design
  • Smooth running mechanisms
  • Smooth or wood grain
  • Traditional sash furniture

Wooden Casement

A classic style of frame that can be combined with Georgian bars to recreate a period style of window.

  • Perfect for period and listed homes
  • Laminated for extra strength
  • Micro-porous finish for protection
  • Choice of paint or stain

uPVC Casement

Available in uPVC woodgrain finish to give the option of our most energy efficient window.

  • A++ energy-efficient window
  • Most secure window with GrabLock
  • Virtually maintenance free
  • Realistic woodgrain finishes

Georgian Bar Windows From Everest

The Georgian era runs from 1714 to 1820, spanning the reigns of four successive King Georges. It's a classical architectural style very reminiscent of London and many spa towns such as Leamington Spa, Bath and Harrogate. The styling was inspired by classic principles of proportion, balance and symmetry taken from Greek and Roman architecture and are often large detached dwellings, villas and period townhouses. Georgian buildings usually have a listed building or conservation area status.

One of the most desirable features of the Georgian property is the large window that floods the room with light. The Georgian property has large rooms and high ceilings with impressively large windows in downstairs rooms. Looking at the facade of a Georgian building you can see the difference in the large downstairs compared to the upper floors that have lower ceiling heights and smaller windows.

Original Georgian windows are double-hung sash windows featuring nine or twelve panes of glass and the upper floors have six panes. This popular style can be replicated by applying bars on a single pane of glass: known as Georgian Bars.

When replacing the windows in Georgian properties we recommend sash windows or casement windows with traditional Georgian bars in white. For period properties, we recommend wooden windows, or a wood-grain effect uPVC window can replicate the Georgian style where there are no building restrictions.

What are Georgian Bars?

Georgian windows had several panes of glass due to the limitations of glass manufacturing at the time. As glass production evolved, large panes became much more widely available and economical to produce and larger single-paned windows were introduced.

The Georgian style has continued to be incredibly popular and bars can be added to panes of glass as a decorative element to recreate the distinctive styling. These elements are known as 'Georgian bars'.

The bars are positioned horizontally and vertically to offer the illusion of multi-panes of glass in one window and are usually crafted from the same material as the frame, such as uPVC, timber or aluminium.

Georgian Bars can be applied on the inside or outside of the glazed unit:

  • Internal decorative window bars
    Internal Georgian bars, also known as decorative window bars, can be fitted to the inside of a double-glazed window, creating the illusion of individual panes of glass.
  • External Astragal bars
    External Georgian bars, also known as astragal bars, consist of spacer Georgian bars within the glazing unit and an additional set of external bars fitted to the outside of the window to create the appearance of individual panes of glass.

Windows Fully Bespoke to Your Home

With thousands of options to choose from, Everest windows are designed to meet your needs.

Commonly Asked Questions

Are Georgian bar windows more expensive?

Georgian bar windows can be more expensive than windows without Georgian bars, but the cost depends on various factors such as the type of material used, the size and style of the windows, and the complexity of the grid pattern.

For instance, if you choose wooden Georgian bar windows, they are likely to be more expensive than uPVC or aluminum Georgian bar windows due to the cost of materials and the additional labor involved in crafting and fitting the bars. Similarly, if the Georgian bars have a more intricate design, this can increase the cost of the windows.

How much do new windows cost?

The cost of new windows is dependent on so many factors such as style and materials. Many websites do offer lists of prices of their double glazed windows, but these are usually the cost for a basic off-the-shelf window and often without the cost of installation. At Everest, our products are made-to-measure and customised to your taste and home, which is why you won't find a price online as there are too many contributing factors.

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What are the differences between Georgian Bars and Astragal Bars?

While both Astragal and Georgian bars offer cost savings and enhance the exterior appearance of windows, there is a significant distinction between them. Georgian bars are installed within the sealed double-glazing unit of the window, positioned between two glass panes. This design allows the glass surface to remain smooth, making it easier to clean.

On the other hand, Astragal bars consist of spacer Georgian bars within the double-glazing unit and an additional set of external bars placed over the glazing unit itself. This configuration creates the illusion of the window being divided into smaller sections, giving it an authentic period window look. Due to the need for extra materials and additional installation work, windows with Astragal bars are more expensive than those featuring only Georgian bars.

How long do windows last?

There is no reason why quality windows can’t last for the lifetime of the property if well maintained. However, not all windows are created equally, for example timber windows will require some maintenance to maintain paintwork. Invariably this comes down to personal preference lower quality windows for example may have no gas between the panes limiting their effectiveness at reducing warmth in a room. Others may use poor quality seals which perish and result in draughts after around 10 years.

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What types of glass are available for windows?

You might think that glass is just glass, but, not all glass is the same. Glass comes in varying thicknesses, clarity levels and coatings, all imperceptible to the human eye, but choosing the right glass can improve your home's energy efficiency, security and noise reduction. There are several types of glass you can choose for your windows and doors depending on the needs and problems in your home. Whether it's energy efficiency, reducing external noise or protecting furniture from UV damage we have the right glass to solve the problem.

Read more: The different glass options for windows...

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Triple Glazing

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Secondary Glazing

Secondary glazing is perfect for listed buildings to improve energy efficiency and reduce noise.

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