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Window Planning Checklist
8 costly mistakes self-builders and architects need to catch before the plaster goes up.
What is on the checklist?
Most design-stage mistakes cost nothing to fix on paper and thousands to fix after the plaster is up. This checklist covers the 8 pitfalls we see most often.
Tilt and turn windows
Standard blinds and shutters cannot clear tilt-and-turn mechanisms. The window choice needs to account for shading from the start.
No provision for concealed blinds
Concealed blinds need a cavity above the window. If it is not designed in, the ceiling has to come down to retrofit one.
Gable windows with no power
Motorised gable blinds need a single cable to a fused spur at the apex. Without it, there is no way to shade the window.
Bay windows with uneven reveals
Shutters need consistent plaster depth across the bay. Uneven reveals mean visible gaps or frames that will not sit flush.
Awnings and external roller screens
External shading needs structural fixings and power. It is far cheaper to install while the scaffolding is still up.
Velux windows in vaulted ceilings
Motorised skylight blinds need power routed to the window before the ceiling is lined. Retrofitting means tearing into the finish.
Wrong frame choice for blinds
Some window frames cannot accept blind brackets. The glazing bead profile or frame depth may rule out your preferred option entirely.
Insufficient reveal depth
Interior shutters need a minimum reveal depth to fold back properly. Too shallow, and the panels block the window when open.
"Every one of these problems costs money to fix after the fact. A conversation with us costs nothing."
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