Tilt & turn windows in EN1

Tilt and turn styles rarely suit front elevations in conservation areas, so check with the council and consider them for hidden rear or side elevations instead.

On Victorian terraces, tilt and turn windows are best kept to rear extensions or loft rooms, where their modern look matters less and inward opening helps cleaning. For offices and tenanted blocks, tilt and turn windows let occupants ventilate safely in the tilt position, while cleaning can be done from inside on upper floors.

Elsewhere the district is mostly Edwardian terraces and inter-war semis, many with wide front bays. The A10 Great Cambridge Road brings constant traffic to the houses either side of it. At about 2.6 miles from our Edmonton workshop, EN1 is one of the places we cover most easily.

Tilt and turn windows open inwards in two ways: tilted at the top for secure ventilation, or turned fully like a door for cleaning and escape. They suit flats, high-rise homes, modern builds and any room where outward-opening windows are impractical or cleaning from outside is difficult.

• Tilt position for secure ventilation
• Turns fully inward for safe cleaning
• Locking points all around the sash

All about our tilt & turn windows → Windows & doors in EN1 →