Embrace the world of dual colour windows and doors…
For decades, windows and doors have largely resided in the realm of predictable, neutral shades. White, cream, maybe a muted brown – these were the safest bets, blending seamlessly into the background and rarely making much of a statement.
But times are changing, and windows and doors have since shed their monotone coats and embraced a bolder, more expressive identity.
This has also led to the dual colour revolution – and if you are planning to replace your windows and doors soon, then it could be time to join it.
A dash of daring
Simply put, dual colour is just that – the freedom to choose different colours for the interior and exterior frames. This seemingly simple twist unlocks a surprising world of possibilities, injecting both personality and practicality into your home.
Dual colour windows and doors offer a unique opportunity to play with colour and balance; you can choose a vibrant, eye-catching exterior colour to enhance the curb appeal of your home, while maintaining a calm and harmonious interior with warmer, earthy tones.
They also allow you to showcase your individuality. Whether you crave a touch of modern minimalism with sleek aluminium and crisp white interiors or prefer a charming cottage vibe with pastel exteriors and rustic woodgrain inside, dual colour options let your personality shine through.
Don’t underestimate the power of colour to influence mood and atmosphere too. Cooler, neutral tones on the outside can reflect heat and glare, keeping your home cool in the summer, while warm, inviting colours inside create a cosy haven for relaxation. You can even tailor colours to specific rooms – calming blues for bedrooms and energising yellows for kitchens.
Stunning looking inside and out
A perfect example of the alure of dual colour windows and doors can be seen on the featured stunning 40-year-old South East property.
The homeowner wanted classic windows that matched with the others, were in keeping with the character of the house, and provided modern performance in terms of energy efficiency and security.
The uPVC windows chosen, which included impressive Bay Windows in the snug and kitchen plus uPVC casement windows in the bedrooms, bathrooms and on the landing and attain an A energy rating and feature superior security with locks embedded into the frames, featured a chamfered frame and an astragal authentic single horizontal bar on the inside and outside, to divide the pane into sections and create a more traditional, authentic timber look window.
But to help the unique character of the property, the windows were coloured on the outside with an agate grey grained foil, and on the inside with a white grained foil for the desired dual colour, so the windows not only complement the outside of the property but also the interior.
Stunning French doors in the snug, lounge and dining room were perfectly dual colour matched too, to help give the property its bespoke look and show how, by getting the choice of colours right on replacement windows and doors, both on the inside and out, can provide your property with the stylish lift it needs. The uPVC material also offers a maintenance-free design that won’t fade throughout its lifespan, meaning the colour will look vibrant and new always.
Endless possibilities
The reasons dual colour windows and doors are desirable are as diverse as the colour combinations themselves, and with a little planning when upgrading your windows and doors, you can transform them from mere openings to eye-catching expressions of your personal style, adding a touch of magic to both the inside and outside of your home.
So, step outside the beige box and embrace the world of dual-colour possibilities. Your windows and doors will thank you – and your home will never be the same again.
In the press: As featured in Suffolk Magazine, March Issue
