Inspired Glazing makes and fits aluminium windows for homes in Staines-upon-Thames from our Fifield workshop, around 9 miles away on the far side of Windsor. Our own fitters usually reach the town in 20 to 30 minutes via the A308 or the M25, so you deal with the same people from survey to final handover.
Free survey for aluminium windows in Staines-upon-Thames
Made in our own Fifield workshop and fitted by our own team, with lead times from 10 days and a 10-year guarantee. Book a free survey, or show us your windows on a quick video call first.
A riverside town with layers of housing
Staines grew where the Thames meets the Colne, on low gravel islands that have flooded many times, most recently in 2014. In the mid 19th century, artisans’ cottages lined the London and Kingston Roads. The roads south and south-east of the centre followed in the early 1930s, and after the war new housing went up for people working at the expanding Heathrow Airport. Today the riverside also has a high share of flats, including conversions such as the old Town Hall in the Market Square.
Each of these needs a slightly different approach:
- Victorian cottages: slim Reynaers casements with heritage-style glazing bars keep the narrow proportions of a small terrace.
- 1930s semis: bays rebuilt in aluminium can carry far more glass than the old frames, with a stronger, cleaner outline.
- Post-war and modern homes: tilt and turn or flush casement windows in anthracite grey give a contemporary finish.
- Riverside flats: large fixed panes and sliding doors make the most of a view across the water.
Aluminium does not rot, swell or warp, which is reassuring in a town where damp river air is part of life.
What goes into our windows
Reynaers SlimLine 68
Our core aluminium window is Reynaers SlimLine 68. Reynaers quotes a Uw of 1.1 W/m²K and PAS 24 and Secured by Design ratings for the burglar-resistant version. Reynaers lists us among its Reynaers at Home partners.
Alternatives and finishes
Cortizo and Alunet windows broaden the choice, and our Crittall-style steel-look range suits warehouse-inspired interiors and garden rooms. Frames are powder coated in RAL colours, with black, anthracite grey and dual colour the usual picks; see our grey and black windows. Glazing can be double or triple, depending on the room and the budget for heating.
Warmer rooms in older houses
Many Staines cottages and 1930s semis still have tired double glazing from decades ago, with misted units and draughty seals. Modern aluminium frames use thermal breaks between the inner and outer profiles, so the inside face stays far warmer than old aluminium ever did. Combined with warm-edge spacers and low-emissivity glass, that means less condensation on winter mornings and rooms that hold their heat for longer. If you are unsure where to begin, our free window buying guide explains the jargon.
Cutting noise from Heathrow and the M25
Staines sits just west of Heathrow, and the A30 joins the M25 at junction 13 on the edge of town. Aircraft and motorway noise is a daily fact for many streets here. We can specify acoustic laminated glass in place of standard units, which pairs well with the tight seals of an aluminium frame. For a fuller look at the glass, read our sound reducing windows guide.
Planning, flats and Spelthorne Borough Council
The Staines Conservation Area takes in Church Street, Clarence Street, the High Street, the Market Square and the riverside around Church Island. Its appraisal flags the loss of original windows as a pressure on the area, so check with Spelthorne Borough Council before replacing windows on any building inside it. Flats carry no householder permitted development rights, which means a change of window style may need planning consent, and leaseholders will need the freeholder’s approval too. From 1 April 2027 the new West Surrey Council is due to take over planning from Spelthorne. Our planning permission for replacement windows page has more.
Doors for gardens and balconies
For a garden or a river-facing balcony, our Reynaers ConceptPatio 130 sliding doors glide on a slim track, while Smart Visofold and Cortizo bifold doors fold right back on summer days. We also make aluminium front and back doors, and Crittall-style internal doors for kitchens and home offices. Browse the whole aluminium windows and doors range for ideas.
Neighbourhoods we serve
We cover the town centre and Knowle Green, Laleham, Egham Hythe, Stanwell and Wraysbury, as well as nearby Egham, Ashford and Sunbury-on-Thames. If aluminium is not the right fit, we also offer uPVC windows and doors in Staines; our guide on uPVC or aluminium casement windows helps you compare. You can also read about double glazing in Staines-upon-Thames, conservatories in Staines and our wider Surrey windows and doors service.
Ready to talk?
Our work is covered by a 10-year guarantee, with lead times from 10 days. Plan a layout in our online designer, book a video-call quote, or call 01753 965 005 to arrange a free survey. You can also request a free quote online.
Frequently asked questions
Can I replace the windows in my Staines flat without planning permission?
Not always. Flats have no householder permitted development rights, so changing the style, colour or opening pattern of windows may need consent from Spelthorne Borough Council, and from West Surrey Council once it takes over on 1 April 2027. Leaseholders also need written approval from the freeholder before any work starts.
Will aluminium windows reduce Heathrow aircraft noise?
Fitted with acoustic laminated glass, they can make a considerable difference. The glass does most of the work, while the firm seals of an aluminium frame stop sound leaking around the edges. No window removes aircraft noise entirely, but bedrooms facing the flight paths or the M25 usually feel calmer afterwards.
Are aluminium frames a good idea near the river?
Yes. Powder-coated aluminium does not rot, swell or warp, so it copes well with damp riverside air. A quick wipe with soapy water keeps the finish looking good. It is worth noting that windows cannot make a house flood resistant, so flood planning should be handled separately.
How far is Staines-upon-Thames from your workshop?
Staines is roughly 9 miles from our Fifield workshop as the crow flies. By road it is usually a 20 to 30 minute drive through Windsor or along the M25, depending on traffic, so our own fitters handle everything from survey to installation.
What if my house is in the Staines Conservation Area?
The conservation area covers streets such as Church Street, Clarence Street, the High Street and the Market Square. Its appraisal treats the loss of original windows as harmful, so check with Spelthorne Borough Council before ordering. We can supply drawings and slim heritage-style profiles to support any application.