{"id":8432,"date":"2018-04-13T07:42:29","date_gmt":"2018-04-13T07:42:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/designbuybuild.co.uk\/?p=8432"},"modified":"2018-04-16T15:04:46","modified_gmt":"2018-04-16T15:04:46","slug":"bespoke-solution-for-complex-project","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/designbuybuild.co.uk\/bespoke-solution-for-complex-project\/","title":{"rendered":"Bespoke solution for complex project"},"content":{"rendered":"
Profile 22 has supplied 88 bespoke vertical sliding windows to a prominent private apartment building located in Southport, Merseyside.<\/strong><\/p>\n The windows were supplied and installed to this complex project by Ormskirk based specialist installer Countrywide UPVC.<\/p>\n Complex requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n Les Moon, Project Leader for Westcliffe Court Management Company & resident, said: \u201cWestcliffe Court was built in 2002 with first generation soft wood framed sash windows with 10mm double glazing.\u00a0 Over time the seals had started to fail and the building had become very draughty.\u00a0 Also the building is located in close proximity to the sea which causes the paint to quickly degrade, and so we were looking at a schedule of repainting the window frames every three to four years, which when you factor in the need for scaffolding was a very costly proposition for the residents.<\/p>\n \u201cWe decided that we needed to seek an alternative that could better withstand the rigours of the environment in which the building is situated.<\/p>\n \u201cBecause the building is located in a conservation area any changes to the exterior have to go through planning.\u00a0 Our first two applications to change to PVC-U were declined by Sefton Council in 2007 and 2010 because they were adamant that replacement window frames should have wooden frames exactly like the originals.<\/p>\n \u201cWe decided to reapply in 2013, this time with a long list of specific requirements given to us by the council on how replacement any windows in the application should look and operate. We were able to achieve this after significant campaigning for a more energy efficient alternative.<\/p>\n \u201cAfter significant research the only company I could find who were able to supply the windows to the specifications stated by the council was Profile 22.\u00a0 The nearest contractor who was able to install the windows was Countrywide upvc, located in Ormskirk.\u201d<\/p>\n Overcoming issues<\/strong><\/p>\n Paul Campbell, Director of Countrywide UPVC, said: \u201cThe planning process to seek the replacement of wooden frames with PVC-U in a conservation area can be a nightmare, but we were happy to work with Westcliffe Court\u2019s residents to find a suitable solution.<\/p>\n \u201cWe are extremely loyal to Profile 22 because of the quality of products and services they offer.\u00a0 In this instance they were the only company who were able to service the very specific list of requirements made by Sefton council.<\/p>\n \u201cThe council was not only concerned that any replacement PVC-U product exactly match the look of the wooden originals, but also that the mechanism of the windows worked in a certain way \u2013 using a mechanical Mortise-and-Tenon joint rather than a welded 45 degree joint.<\/p>\n \u201cProfile 22\u2019s Specification Manager completed all the designs for the windows and attended both residents and planning department meetings, with samples, making a complicated process run as smoothly as possible.<\/p>\n \u201cPlanning was finally approved in 2016 and we were able to get on site to start the works later on that year to install the 88 bespoke, handmade, large sliding sash windows with a white foil, authentic wood grain finish.\u201d<\/p>\n The perfect solution<\/strong><\/p>\n Andrew Reid, Commercial Sales Director at Profile 22, said: \u201cOur vertical sliding windows were the perfect solution for this apartment building.\u00a0 They exactly match the look of traditional sliding sash windows whilst offering all the benefits of a high performance modern material that delivers a cost effective solution for residents.<\/p>\n \u201cThe PVC-U Ovolo frames provide optimum strength, superior thermal protection and excellent weathering performance.\u00a0 Requiring minimal maintenance this system will retain its appearance year after year.\u201d<\/p>\n Seamless installation<\/strong><\/p>\n Paul continued: \u201cWe started on site in September 2016 and ran the schedule of works to suit the residents, working from flat to flat rather than from one side of the building to the other.<\/p>\n \u201cFor a complex project, with the residents remaining in the properties throughout, it ran extremely smoothly and we were able to complete all the installations by February 2017 \u2013 on time and on budget.\u201d<\/p>\n Les Moon said: \u201cThe installation process was virtually seamless.\u00a0 Countrywide could not have been more accommodating to our residents and made the process as painless for us all as possible.<\/p>\n A pleasing result<\/strong><\/p>\n Les said: \u201cAll the residents are absolutely delighted with the new windows.\u00a0 They are extremely pleasing aesthetically and only under very close scrutiny can you tell that they\u2019re not wooden frames.<\/p>\n \u201cThey are also performing exceptionally well with many residents are reporting that they\u2019re not having to switch their heating on half as much as they were previously, so the windows are already saving us money on our heating bills.<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s a relief to know that these windows not only look and perform well, but will be able to remain in situ with very limited maintenance required for many years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n For more information on Profile 22\u2019s products and services, please visit <\/strong>www.profile22.co.uk<\/strong><\/a> or call 01952 290910.<\/strong><\/p>\n