» STELLAR ALUMINIUM AND Profile 22 PVC-U windows and doors from Epwin Window Systems were selected for a luxury self-catering holiday home located in the scenic Cardigan Bay , Wales . The high-end property refurbishment was awarded to GD Windows , an experienced fabricator and installer with over 30 years ’ experience in private and commercial projects .

The Courtyard provides luxurious self-catering accommodation set within the grounds of a Georgian mansion , surrounded by 50 acres of pasture and woodlands on the Glaneirw Estate in Ceredigion . In 2013 , the current owner started an extensive refurbishment programme , transforming the main mansion and its surrounding estate buildings . The Courtyard was meticulously renovated to an exceptionally high standard , preserving original features such as slate floors and terracotta tiles and combining with high-end modern fenestration solutions

including aluminium bifold doors and flush casement windows . All products were carefully considered to maximise the stunning views of the breathtaking countryside .

GD Windows installed two five-pane Stellar Slimline Bifold Doors , each 5m x 2m which fully opened up the rear elevation of the property . Additionally , a

four-pane Slimline Bifold Door of 4m x 2m was also fitted to the rear elevation . The installation also included a four-pane Lift and Slide Stellar Door , along with a corner window featuring two fanlights above a fixed light . Over 20 Profile 22 Flush Casement Windows completed the transformation . All products were finished in Anthracite Grey on both sides , creating a striking contrast with the building ’ s cream stone exterior and adding a sophisticated touch to the interior design .

GD Windows took full responsibility for the manufacture and installation of all products , collaborating closely with other trades on-site to ensure seamless project coordination and a flawless execution . Their attention to detail and commitment to quality helped maintain the project ’ s momentum , delivering a meticulous finish that met the high standards expected for this luxury development .

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» NINE ZERO TIMBER Windows and Doors has facilitated the planting of 750 trees in 2024 , which coincided with this year ’ s FSC™ Forest Week ( running from 21st to 27th September ) and its theme : ‘ The small steps that create big change .’

As a long-standing FSC license holder ( FSC C007915 ) and advocate for timber ’ s standout sustainability credentials , Nine Zero is passionate about raising awareness around the vital role that sustainable forestry and timber products play in combating climate change and biodiversity loss .

In 2024 alone , Nine Zero has actioned the planting of 750 trees worldwide through the More Trees initiative , a platform that powers businesses and individuals to plant trees at the click of a button . The trees , which have been planted in Kent , Rwanda and Senegal , are forecasted to capture 1161.5 tonnes of future CO₂ . This milestone not only embodies the spirit of FSC Forest Week , but also reinforces the responsibility Nine Zero embraces to advise , educate and

demonstrate how timber is the springboard to reaching stringent Building Regulations – as well as our global Net Zero Strategy goals .

Steve Winscott , Director of Nine Zero , is passionate about the timber industry ’ s role in driving change : “ The timber glazing industry is uniquely positioned to lead the way in sustainability , and FSC Forest Week reminds us that even the smallest steps can have a profound impact on our environment .

“ Nine Zero has long been committed to being part of

the solution , whether that ’ s through our responsible sourcing of FSC-certified materials , recycling timber waste , providing renewable energy to local homes , tree-planting initiatives , or simply keeping the conversation going .

“ As consumers become increasingly aware of the role they can play in combating climate change , Nine Zero continues to provide them with sustainable choices that make a tangible difference . We need to make sure the message is clear , that by choosing FSC-certified timber windows and doors , consumers are contributing to a larger movement , ensuring the future of forests – and the communities that depend on them .”

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