subject: Guide to London's Period Properties and Their History [print this page] Guide to London's Period Properties and Their History
London is an ancient city and its buildings reflect its history and growth. By looking at London's buildings, you can see which parts of the city were prosperous at which times. Although there was a time when the period features of some of London's properties were discarded in favour of new, modern designs and fittings, homeowners are now trying to keep as much character in their homes as possible, and, in London, sash windows are a hallmark of character.
Georgian, Edwardian and Victorian sash windows
London buildings from the Georgian, Edwardian and Victorian periods are often graced with sash windows. The fashion for sash windows in London buildings followed the installation of sash windows in Royal households, such as Hampton Court. Sash windows allowed far more light into the buildings than the traditional mullioned and leaded windows of previous periods, were easy to open, and gave buildings a classic design. Those who could afford to install sash windows into their London homes did so whether they were building something new or updating their existing property. From the late 17th century onwards, sash windows became more common in new London properties, and it's also not uncommon to find sash windows in London buildings that date from many years before sash windows became popular.
Today's sash windows
London property buyers are looking for classic homes with lots of features. For many, buying an Edwardian or Victorian property, whether it's a large semi-detached house or a smaller terraced home, is to buy their dream home. A big part of the property's appeal is its windows, and well-maintained sash windows in a London property can add value. Unfortunately, many homeowners have removed rotting or damaged sash windows and replaced with ordinary double-glazed windows. Whilst you may still get the same amount of light, you've lost an important feature, and you may want to re-instate the beautiful sash windows that London is famous for.
Reinstating sash windows
London isn't immune from the problems in the housing market, and you may be thinking twice about moving home. Why not invest in something that will add value to your home when the market has recovered? Mending, reinstating or updating sash windows gives London homeowners not just a beautiful home but an added feature to attract buyers in the future.
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