» THE GLASS AND Glazing Federation ( GGF ) is once again flying the flag for a greener future with the help of its online support Hub for homeowners , MyGlazing . com . With a dedicated environmental section , MyGlazing is a valuable resource for GGF members to use with consumers that are looking for more reassurance , support , and advice on sustainability .

“ In an era of rising energy bills and increasing pressure to reduce our carbon footprint , it has never been more important to improve the energy efficiency of our homes ,” says Anda Gregory , Chief Development Officer at the GGF . “ But even the most eco conscious consumers don ’ t always know the best course of action to take when it comes to home

improvements . This is precisely why we created a comprehensive objective third party resource for GGF members to use with their customers .

“ The MyGlazing website offers homeowners a whole host of information about buying new home improvement products , but the

environmental hub on the site is a dedicated section to give consumers advice and guidance on how to reduce their carbon footprint , lower fuel bills , save money , and increase the value of their property .

“ Our easy-to-use Energy Savings Calculator can also be found in the environmental

hub and allows homeowners to calculate how much energy , and money , they could save by upgrading their windows . The tool asks for the type of property they live in , type of windows currently in place , and the type of window likely to be installed , before it works out the savings for that specific project .

“ Homeowners can find all kinds of articles on the hub , from advice on recycling and eco-friendly tips to implement in daily life , to how to reduce their carbon footprint . The aim of MyGlazing . com is to help homeowners nationwide to become more sustainable , but it is also a valuable tool for our members to use when selling in the home .”

www . ggf . org . uk

» THE UK ’ S LARGEST supplier of composite doors - Distinction Doors - believes that the current situation , coupled with the recent update to Approved Document L is likely to trigger further interest and increased demand for high performance , energy efficient home improvement products . “ It ’ s reasonable to think that the consumer landscape will significantly change this winter ,” says Andy Grogan , associate director of sales for Distinction Doors . “ We will see polarised extremes , with some homeowners on a tight budget and unable or disinclined to spend on substantial home improvements , while

others will have the funds to invest in improving the energy efficiency of their home , for long-term reward .

“ We have a responsibility to ensure that those that can spend , do , by providing easy access to high performance , attractive products . That ’ s why we are encouraging both fabricators and installers to review their door portfolio and stay competitive .

“ The energy and cost of living crisis is highlighting many deep-rooted societal issues . Fundamentally , the UK must change the way it builds , maintains and runs its buildings , not just in the face of rising energy costs and limited energy supplies , but as a way of creating warm , comfortable and healthy spaces for everyone . As an industry we must help to deliver on this by offering the very best performing products .”

A new entrance door is an investment . It can protect a home from the harsh and sometimes damaging effects of the UK weather and contribute towards a healthier and comfortable home . When comparing their current

offering against others in the marketplace , Distinction recommends that fabricators consider thermal performance ( U-value ) and Doorset Energy Rating ( DSER ) and weather resistance .

“ Our doors , for example , are proven to be more energy efficient than traditional timber or solid timber core doors ,” continues Andy . “ In a test at the University of Salford ’ s Energy House our 44.5mm Signature composite door was 19 % more thermally efficient than a 48mm solid timber core composite door and 17 % more thermally efficient than a 44mm traditional timber panelled door .

www . distinctiondoors . co . uk

34 NOVEMBER 2022

CLEARVIEW-UK . COM