A cottage-style property in St Leonards, Hastings, recently improved by Newlite with an upgrade to its original windows. We fitted the latest generation of REHAU uPVC windows, chosen for their traditional styling, reliable performance, and suitability for older homes in East Sussex. The aim was to preserve the cottage character while improving security, weather protection, and overall comfort.
Enhancing a Cottage-Style Home with REHAU uPVC windows
Our customer needed to replace their ageing timber windows. They wanted a design that would blend with the charm of their period property, while enjoying modern advantages in insulation and low maintenance. REHAU uPVC windows perfectly match these requirements. Each new window has a chamfered external frame and balanced sightlines, thanks to dummy sashes ensuring uniform reveals. This cohesive look brings a fresh appearance, maintaining the cottage feel. REHAU are part of our comprehensive collection of windows for your home.
Every window on the ground and first floors opens outwards from the side. For the bedrooms upstairs, we added fire-escape hinges, meeting regulations and providing a safe way out in an emergency. Trickle vents at the head of the frames allow background airflow, helping reduce condensation and refresh the indoor environment without needing windows fully open. A white timber-effect cill completes each unit, diverting rainwater away from the brickwork.
Traditional Aesthetics with Square Lead Designs
To stay true to the cottage’s original character, the windows come with square lead designs on the glass. The combination of black leads and classic white frames offers an attractive contrast, delivering a timeless look.
The homeowners specifically requested a nod to the historic style of their previous windows, and these leaded units capture that authenticity.
Locking handles with a black finish also contribute to the heritage aesthetic while offering modern security. By using high-performance double glazing with a soft-coat low-emissivity coating, warm-edge spacer bars, and argon gas fill, these windows provide excellent thermal insulation. This helps keep the interior warmer in winter and cooler in summer, reducing energy consumption and saving on heating costs.
Why Choose REHAU uPVC Windows?
REHAU is one of the world’s best-know uPVCwindows brand and their range of windows and doors is specifically designed for British homes, traditional or modern. With every REHAU window you can expect certain features as standard.
Low Maintenance
uPVC requires little upkeep, never warping or rotting. The smooth, high-gloss finish means they retain their pristine appearance for many years without painting or treating.
Energy Efficient
All REHAU window systems can achieve an ‘A’ rating for energy efficiency. This helps homeowners enjoy lower energy bills and a more comfortable home throughout the year.
Acoustic Performance
Double glazing reduces outdoor noise, an advantage if your property is near a busy road or other noise sources. A well-fitted REHAU window can cut noise levels by as much as half, enhancing indoor tranquillity.
Quality and Performance
REHAU windows meet the highest industry standards for wind, water, and air resistance. They’re tested to BS7412 requirements, ensuring durable manufacture.
Enhanced Security
Multi-point locks, robust hinges, and tough frames protect your home. Combined with secure handle designs, you gain peace of mind that your windows meet high security standards.
Range of Colours and Finishes
While classic white remains a popular choice, REHAU profiles also come in numerous colours or woodgrain finishes, suiting both modern and period properties.
Cottage Casement Windows with Authentic Details
Casement windows remain one of the UK’s most popular replacements. These versatile styles accommodate fixed panes, top openers, or side openers, and can feature decorative glass or bars to achieve various visual effects.
For this project in St Leonards, we tailored each window’s design to replicate the original look, adding the distinctive lead pattern and dummy sashes to maintain symmetry. All windows in this project have identical sightlines when viewed from the inside or admired from the outside.
The final result is a cottage exterior that looks true to its past, yet now benefits from advanced thermal efficiency and modern security. With properly sealed frames and high-spec glazing, the homeowner experiences improved heat retention and better weather protection, especially useful during colder or stormier months along the East Sussex coast.
Newlite. Transforming Your Home with REHAU Windows
Our experience with REHAU uPVC windows spans many property types, from listed buildings to new-build homes. In St Leonards, Hastings, and throughout East Sussex, we understand the local architectural styles and planning requirements, offering suitable product choices for each project. We care about delivering consistent sightlines, reliable ventilation, and the right appearance for older houses.
We choose REHAU windows because we know these to be one of the best investments you can made in your home. REHAU promises proven window technology, precision engineering, and a heritage of producing reliable, attractive products. For those wanting to preserve a cottage vibe, replicate original designs, or simply upgrade from dated timber frames, these windows provide a perfect fusion of old-world charm and modern innovation.
Contact us today and discuss your project with us.
