Aluminium windows in Chelsea

The housing in Chelsea is largely Georgian and Victorian terraces, mansion blocks and mews houses. Where original steel windows survive in a conservation area, discuss slim aluminium replacements with the council early, as matching sightlines strongly affects whether they are acceptable.

On Victorian and Edwardian homes, aluminium windows work well in rear extensions, where slim frames tie in neatly with matching aluminium sliding or bifold doors. In flats and mansion blocks, aluminium may already be the specified material, so confirm frame colour and profile with the managing agent before arranging a survey.

Most of Chelsea lies inside conservation areas, and a fair number of houses are listed, so we look at planning before we talk about products. Where replacing the sashes is not an option, slim secondary glazing gives real gains in warmth and quiet, especially for rooms facing the Embankment or the King's Road. Parking is tight, so we sort out bay suspensions and loading in advance.

Aluminium windows use strong, slim frames that let more glass and daylight into a room, with powder-coated finishes in a wide range of colours. They suit modern homes, extensions and renovations, and owners of older properties wanting slim sightlines that echo original steel windows.

• Durable powder-coated colour finishes
• Thermally broken frames for better insulation
• Strong enough for large glazed openings

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