Oriel bay windows have long been admired for their timeless charm and versatility. By projecting outward from a building’s facade, they create a unique architectural feature that enhances interior and exterior spaces. Offering increased natural light, stunning views and additional functionality, Oriel bay windows are a perfect blend of style and practicality.

1. Maximising Natural Light

Oriel bay windows allow light to flood into a property from multiple angles. This increased exposure creates brighter, more inviting spaces and enhances the atmosphere.

2 . Expanding Interior Space

The outward projection of oriel windows adds valuable square footage to your living area. They’re ideal for creating cosy seating nooks, display areas, or functional spaces for reading or relaxing, making every inch of your home more valuable and stylish.

3. Aesthetic Appeal

Oriel bay windows add elegance and sophistication to any property. Whether your home has a classic or contemporary design, these windows create a stunning architectural focal point that enhances curb appeal and adds timeless beauty.

4. Enhanced Views

The multi-angled design of oriel windows provides panoramic views of your surroundings. Whether overlooking a garden, street, or cityscape, these windows allow you to enjoy the scenery from the comfort of your home.

5. Improved Ventilation

With multiple panels that we can customise to open or integrate trickle vents to improve air circulation within your home.

Ideal Applications for Oriel Bay Windows

• Living Rooms and Bedrooms: Create a bright, inviting space with stunning views.
• Kitchens: Add charm and functionality with a perfect spot for plants or décor.
• Upper Floors: Make a bold architectural statement with projecting windows supported by brackets or corbels.

 

Oriel Bay windows are more than just windows—they’re a statement of elegance and functionality.

Upgrade your home with the sophistication and utility of oriel bay windows today and experience the benefits they bring to your living space and your property’s value.

Contact our team for more details. 

 

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For over 200 years, Crittall Windows has been a symbol of excellence in steel window and door craftsmanship. From historic buildings to modern homes across the UK, our bespoke installations combine timeless design with unbeatable durability, delivering elegant and long-lasting functionality for generations.

 

Why Crittall Windows?

Crittall’s steel windows and doors are renowned for their slim, sleek designs. With frames three times stronger than aluminium, they provide outstanding security and durability.

In addition to their aesthetic appeal, Crittall products feature advanced double-glazing technology for excellent thermal performance. They resist warping, corrosion, and weathering, ensuring they maintain their beauty and function for decades. Their sustainability and timeless charm make them a valuable addition to any property, whether a period home or a cutting-edge design.

 

Keeping Your Crittall Products in Top Condition

Crittall steel windows and doors are designed to last a lifetime and are incredibly easy to care for. With just a few simple steps, you can keep them looking stunning and operating perfectly.

Cleaning Made Simple

Crittall products are hot-dip galvanised and finished with a durable Duralife powder coating that prevents rusting, peeling, and flaking. Maintaining them is as easy as cleaning them with a soft cloth or sponge and a mild detergent solution. This method works for both the frames and glass, saving you time and effort.

Regular wiping with a soft cloth can keep internal screens and partitions dust-free. To protect the finish, avoid harsh cleaners or abrasives.

Inspect and Protect

While Crittall products are famously robust, occasional inspections help maintain their condition. Check for loose hardware, damaged seals or water leaks. Addressing minor issues promptly prevents further wear and keeps your windows and doors in peak condition.

Smooth Operation

Apply a light lubricant to ensure the hinges and handles work effortlessly. Also, check weather seals for breaks to maintain optimal thermal efficiency.

Legacy of Craftsmanship

Since 1849, Crittall Windows has been at the forefront of steel window and door manufacturing.

Whether you’re updating a historic property or designing a contemporary space, contact our experts today to learn how we can help bring your vision to life.

Remember that VGS offers a 10-year guarantee on all our installations. For further details, feel free to contact our team.

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A successful glazing installation requires thoughtful planning, from selecting the suitable materials to ensuring compliance with building regulations. Whether you’re a homeowner upgrading your space or an architect managing a project, this checklist will help streamline the process and provide outstanding results.

Assess the Space and Purpose

Before starting the design, evaluate the space requirements and purpose. Consider the dimensions, load-bearing capacity, and structural compatibility. Define the role of the glazing—natural light enhancement, thermal efficiency, noise reduction, or aesthetic appeal. For example, installing a large rooflight in a dining area creates an open, airy feel, while slim-framed windows can maximise light without sacrificing wall space.

Choosing the Right Material

Your material choice determines both aesthetics and performance:

• Steel offers timeless appeal, unmatched strength, and slim profiles—perfect for heritage properties or industrial-style designs.
• Aluminium is lightweight, durable, and ideal for large-scale installations like glazed walls and sliding systems.
  
  

We offer quite a few variations of glass. Consider laminated or toughened glass for safety, double or triple glazing for insulation and coatings for solar control.

Prioritise Energy Efficiency

Modern glazing solutions play a key role in improving thermal performance. Things to Look out for:

• U-values: Lower U-values indicate better insulation.
• Solar Gain Coatings: Manage heat and light transfer to keep interiors comfortable year-round.
• Thermally Broken Frames: Minimise heat loss while maintaining structural integrity.
  
  

Factor in Building Regulations

Ensure your project complies with current building regulations, which cover:

• Energy Efficiency: Meeting insulation and heat loss standards.
• Ventilation: Adequate airflow, especially in high-humidity areas like kitchens and bathrooms.
• Safety Standards: Toughened or laminated glass for installations near the ground or indoors.
  
  

Design for Aesthetics and Functionality

Good glazing is about more than performance—it transforms the look and feel of a space:

• Frame Profiles: Choose slim profiles for a sleek, minimalist look or decorative features to match the architecture and personalised style.
• Configurations: Explore fixed, operable or sliding panels to suit the room’s flow.
• Integration: Align the glazing with architectural features like built-in shelving, fireplaces or arched doorways.
  
  

Plan the Installation Process

Proper planning minimises disruptions and ensures efficiency. Please speak with our design team when you start considering new glazing, as our waiting time varies annually. We usually have 8 -12 weeks for aluminium and 12-18 weeks for steel, but sometimes, we have the capacity to move projects more quickly.

Long-Term Maintenance

Invest in glazing that is easy to maintain and built to last. To extend the life of your installation:

• Regularly clean frames and glass using non-abrasive cleaners.
• Check seals and hinges periodically for wear and tear.
• Apply protective coatings to steel frames to prevent corrosion in exposed areas.
  
  

Plan for the Future

Glazing is a long-term investment. Opt for designs that meet current needs and enhance property value and curb appeal. Consider energy-efficient options and versatile styles that will remain timeless as trends evolve.

Planning a glazing installation is about balancing form, function, and compliance. Considering factors like materials, energy efficiency, and maintenance, you can ensure a seamless installation that enhances the property for years.

Feel free to contact our team for a complimentary one-to-one consultation. 

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We’re thrilled to invite you to the National Self Build & Renovation Centre in Swindon for their biggest event of the year.

It begins with an idea and ends with your dream home. We are thrilled to invite you from Friday, 26th to Sunday, 28th January, to the National Self Build & Renovation Centre in Swindon for their biggest annual event.

Seize the chance to speak with Veritas Glazing Solutions’ design team – As Crittall and Cortizo specialised partners, we can help you design and install the ideal doors for your project – be it bifold, sliding, or French doors. Additionally, be sure to participate in our competition for an opportunity to secure a 5% discount on your project!

Embark on a three-day adventure filled with inspiration, knowledge, and expert guidance. Whether you’re planning a self-build or renovation or simply seeking inspiration, this event is tailored to meet your needs.

What to Expect:

 

• • One-to-One Consultations: Enjoy complimentary personalised advice during free consultations with our experienced experts.

• • Seminars: Gain valuable insights from industry experts.

 

• • Q&A Sessions: Get your questions answered in interactive sessions designed to address your specific concerns.

• • Live Demos: Witness the latest innovations firsthand through live demonstrations.

Date:
Friday & Saturday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am – 4:00pm

Secure Your Spot:

Tickets are available now! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to kickstart your home improvement journey

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The show will take place in Exeter at Westpoint Arena on the 9th and 10 of September. Find us at Stand C6. 

Over two days, you’ll be able to meet with our experts, sit down for one-to-one consultations, and see how our products look and feel in real life. Our designers will be happy to answer any glazing-related questions. 

If you would like to book an advance slot to discuss with our specialist, please email us at enquiries@veritas-gs.com.

The exhibition is a new and improved home project paradise – whether building from scratch, extending a home, renovating an old building or converting a barn.

Brought to you by the experts at Build It magazine incorporating SelfBuild & Design, these annual shows are designed to help you find everyday solutions to manage your home building or renovation project perfectly.

Check out their website for more details and to book your ticket: Build It Live 

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With the promoted Titans playing their first ever season in National League One, they are well covered if they continue to smash through glass ceilings for there’s a new name on the gate. Veritas Glazing Solutions has signed up as the club’s naming rights sponsor on a multi-year deal with the players wearing the company logo across their chests at the newly styled Veritas Park.  

And yet there’s also an element of “plus ça change…” as Veritas is headed by a triumvirate of West Country rugby devotees, spear headed by former Titans favourite Ben Turner and flanked by his old friends Charlie Stoyle and Matt Goss. The fact that they get on so well together is a strength of their business as Turner explains, “We’ve grown up playing rugby together and good teamwork is at the core of our work.” If Charlie, Ben and Matt are the company’s front row, they quickly acknowledge the entire team with over twenty-five handling everything from design to installations.

Veritas endeavours to work with clients from enquiry to installation, helping them with bespoke glazing designs through their network of architects, designers and builders. Their leading glazing solutions are Crittall doors and windows with a large aluminium range. Ben, formerly the rugby club’s Commercial Coordinator, came up with the idea of starting a glazing company whilst living in London and he roped in Charlie and Matt as he knew their skill sets would complement his own. “We tend,” Goss, “to pick up one another’s work and dovetail really well.”

Hearing Veritas’s words about their work –teamwork, overlap, support – it’s clear that their shared passion for rugby has transferred to their workplace. Small wonder then that Turner’s hankering to be involved once again with Taunton Titans sees him bringing Veritas’ brand and name to the ground. There’s even, he admits with a sparkle of delight in his eye, “a fair chance he and Matt could be persuaded to lace up their rugby boots on the odd occasion if required.”

Titans’ Forwards coach, Chris Brown, who worked with Turner when he first arrived at the club, reflects on how Ben would be well suited to making a success of leading a company that specialising in structural and glazing solutions, “Ben always put the team before himself and was central to our architecture with a clear understanding of how effective teams operate.” Brown goes on to observe that sponsors at Taunton Titans tend to be businesses whose inherent value is in investment in a local, aspirational enterprise and take a medium to long term view on it.

Continuity is key to the Veritas message, a fact borne out by them committing to a long-term partnership which will see them install a showroom displaying some of their glass door systems at Veritas Park. Stoyle underlines the pledge that it’s not a one-season link, “We’re so excited by this and really want to grow with the club.” Having spent time working together in London, the guys were looking for a base in the South-West and the Hyde Lane venue with accessibility to the M5 corridor was an obvious fit for their own expansion.

Goss adds, “Ben’s obviously got a very tight emotional connection with the club but for all three of us our love of rugby is a big part of why we wanted to be involved and it’s also a sense of home. We’ve been in London for a while but we’re all essentially West Country lads.” Knowing that Taunton had made it onto National League One was a happy circumstance. The Veritas team wanted to put something into Taunton RFC and Turner was well aware of how well previous sponsors had done from their partnership with the rugby club. “Like all partnerships, the more you are prepared to put in and contribute to the whole set-up, the more you are likely to get out of it at the end of the day.”

These are good blokes. Have a chat and a beer with them on match day. They’re the sort of people we’re really pleased to have around the club.

— Longstanding Titans utility back, Nick Mason, urges visitors to Veritas Park to get to know the Veritas team when they are at the ground.

Reflecting that Ben was one of the players at Taunton at the start of his and Tony Yapp’s coaching tenure, Chris Brown sums up the feeling of all involved at the club, “We are excited by the opportunity to work with Veritas and are looking forward to welcoming Ben back in the knowledge that he has a genuine passion for the club.”

Written by Richard Kitzinger

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