The Priory is a beautiful Grade II Listed residence in the village of Blythburgh, a settlement of probable Saxon origin. The Priory shares its grounds with the ruins of a 12th century Augustine Priory which has been the subject of an archaeological investigation by Channel 4’s Time Team as well as subsequent digs which confirmed the existence of a Christian church on the site from c.700 AD.
Having managed to obtain a unique property deep-seated in history, the task of making the Priory a comfortable home for the Saunders family was paramount. One issue was heat retention as most of the primary windows were draughty and allowed heat to escape. Due to the Listed status of the building, these thermally inefficient windows could not be replaced. However, Mrs. Saunders found a solution in Selectaglaze.
Selectaglaze secondary glazing systems incorporate efficient seals to almost eliminate draughts and when glazed with low emissivity glass will reduce heat loss by up to 65%. This lowers running costs, improves comfort levels throughout the room and assists with carbon reduction objectives.
Selectaglaze installed 15 units comprising of the Series 10 – 2 and 3 pane horizontal sliding units, finished in either walnut or black matt on the ground floor, corridors and bedrooms. The Chapel windows were treated with white Series 45 single side hung casements with a gothic arch to match the opening. In order to compliment the design of the existing windows, the secondary glazing was mullion coupled where necessary. The secondary glazing was installed, sealed and secured upon bespoke timber frames designed to suit each opening. All units were fitted with 4mm low emissivity glass for improved thermal retention.
The Saunders family were so impressed with the secondary glazing, that they ordered more for The Priory. A further 16 units were ordered and installed – a combination of the Series 10 – 2 and 3 pane horizontal sliding units.
The Saunders family are extremely happy with the upgrade in thermal efficiency in their home.
“It can be a fine balance preserving the heritage of the house whilst making it a comfortable family home. Selectaglaze has helped make this possible and we were grateful to be draught free when the Beast from the East hit us earlier this year.” Chiara Saunders
Established in 1966, Royal Warrant Holder Selectaglaze has a wealth of experience working on all manner of building styles, from Listed to new-build.
For further information, please contact Selectaglaze on 01727 837271/e mail: enquiries@selectaglaze.co.uk or visit: www.selectaglaze.co.uk
