From Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd September, the go-to exhibition for self-builders and renovators will be underway at the ExCel centre in London. Opening at 10am and closing at 5pm on each day, the show will be hosting a wide range of talks and seminars along with exhibition stands from over 300 different companies in the homebuilding and renovating industries.
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We have featured in the November/December 2016 issue of Listed Heritage magazine.
In November 1962, not having received any encouragement from my parents in one of my passions – the sash window – my others being palaeontology and archaeology, I decided on Guy Fawkes night 1962, (when I was 9),...
Most of the oldest buildings in the country, those that we have all admired and enjoyed – from castles and palaces, to places of learning, prayer, contemplation and recovery – have magnificent doors made from timber.
Striking entrance doors, designed for listed properties and those of significant heritage importance, play an important role in our product ranges. Essentially they are designed to aesthetically suite and coordinate with sash and casement windows, and a variety of other made-to-order doors including French and balcony doorsets, replicating the very finest detail.
We have featured in the July 2016 re-launch issue of Building Products magazine.
The conservation and preservation of our historic building stock is deeply rooted in our nation’s culture. There are buildings, palaces, castles, and commercial properties of significant heritage that we have come to know and love and it has become important that we maintain and upgrade the performance of these buildings while at the same time preserving their fine, original features.
Mumford & Wood is pleased to announce becoming a registered supplier on Constructionline, the UK’s leading procurement and supply chain management service.
Mumford & Wood are pleased to announce a new relationship with Chilstone, makers of fine cast stone.
I recently read a very interesting paper by Natasha L Ginks from De Montfort University’s Institute of Energy & Sustainable Development looking at the attitudes of conservation bodies in the UK to slim double glazing (SPDG) in listed buildings.
Mumford & Wood is the proud sponsor of a new RIBA Publishing book by Richard Wilcock: RENOVATIONS AN INSPIRATIONAL DESIGN PRIMER. The book, launched at an event hosted by U+I in their stunning new offices in Victoria, London, today - 15th June - is the result of three years of research by Richard Wilcock, an architect, journalist and former editor of the RIBA Journal.
Mumford & Wood, the manufacturer of Britain’s finest timber windows and doors, has been chosen as supply partner to replace over 1000 windows and doors as part of the major £200m refurbishment project at Trump Turnberry Resort.
In 1986, when as Managing Director of Sarek Joinery based in Sible Heddingham, Essex, I had the pleasure of presenting a Wadkin single end tennoner as a retirement gift to the machinist who had run the machine almost for the whole of his career, nigh on 51 years. It was taken home and took pride of place in his front garden in a glass case for all passers-by to see.
Mumford & Wood is pleased to announce the addition of a new timber window and door range designed especially for replacement projects in period buildings. The new Mumford & Wood Classic™ range sits alongside the well-established, award-winning Conservation™ collection which provides a full suite of high performance double glazed windows and doors that satisfy the demanding performance specification for new build properties.
It’s now proven wood is now the natural choice of material for windows and doors
Mumford & Wood Conservation™ sliding sash windows are now SBD certificated to meet Approved Document Q – Security. Recognised as Britain’s leading manufacturer of high performance, tried and tested timber windows and doors, Conservation™ sash windows carry additional security features that meet the requirements of Document Q Building Regulations, for the new build housing sector.
What an opportunity to, once and for all, deal with the procurement issues in the construction and building industry
Mumford & Wood Conservation™ sliding sash windows are now SBD certificated to meet Approved Document Q – Security. Recognised as Britain’s leading manufacturer of high performance, tried and tested timber windows and doors, Conservation™ made-to-order sash windows now carry additional security features that meet the requirements of Document Q Building Regulations, for the new build housing sector, which comes into effect 1 October 2015.
Firstly let us say how delighted we are that fabulous Conservation™ timber windows and doors have been designed into the façade remodelling of a neighbourhood high street gallery which is now the successful, independently owned KoHo Coffee.
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We have featured in the March 2016 issues of the Life Magazines - Hertfordshire group titles.
Mumford & Wood, manufacturer of Britain’s finest timber windows and doors, has launched a RIBA-Assessed factory tour CPD. This follows substantial investment in their extended state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Tiptree, Essex.
“Engineered timber, is that like mechanically recovered meat?” This is a question I was recently asked when extolling the enormous virtues of engineered timber. It actually stopped me in my tracks for a moment and started me thinking about how we refer to modern materials and how marketers have undermined people’s confidence in some modern materials.
I was leafing through one of the main home interest magazines that crossed my desk this morning and something struck me, no matter whether the content was about baths, kitchens or dining tables the light in the room plays a massive part in creating the overall atmosphere and ambience.
Good and effective marketing has always been vital to fully exploit the markets in which companies operate and none more so than the over-supplied, and extremely competitive, timber and wood processing Industries.
Our performance Conservation™ timber windows and doors have been specified in an historical property refurbishment in the beautiful village of Clifton, Bristol. In Tudor-Gothic style this stunning collection of seven luxury-living properties offers outstanding accommodation enhanced with space and light.
Wood Defines
Today the buying motives that drive demand for raw materials must satisfy and take account not only of the availability of the material, but its price and value in today’s market place and, importantly, the effect that these materials have on our environment.
Mumford & Wood, manufacturers of Britain’s finest timber windows and doors, announces compliance with NBS National Building Information Modelling (BIM) Library Data for core Conservation™ entrance, balcony, bi-folding, single and French doorsets as well as Conservation™ casement windows, box sash and spring sash windows.
Mumford & Wood Conservation™ timber windows and doors have been specified by award-winning Epsom Builders Limited of Epsom, Surrey for a fabulous new-build property in the vibrant heart of Esher.
Expert: Tom Barfield, regional sales director, Mumford & Wood Limited
1. What should you be paying for a front door?
Well, as much as your budget will allow, for visual appeal, thermal and acoustic performance and, essentially, security. In fact a Mumford & Wood entrance door could be in the region of £4000, subject to specification and size.
Traditional made-to-order timber sliding sash windows, casements and French doorsets from the Conservation™ range have been specified in A House for Essex as part of Alain de Botton’s series of rentable holiday homes.
Conservation™ timber box sash windows have been specified in the extensive and sympathetic refurbishment of a 260-year old coastal property in South East England.
Traditional-style, made-to-order, timber windows and doors from the Conservation™ range have been specified for an impressive new-build property in the much sought after village of Danbury in Essex.
Mumford & Wood has recently invested a figure approaching £1.5m in the company’s manufacturing facility in Tiptree, Essex.
Our Conservation™ made-to-order timber windows and doors have been architecturally specified in the remodelling of a traditional farmhouse typical of the region’s architecture. Built around 1880, this red brick property was massively extended in 2012 although the original building remains structurally unchanged. The property had been previously added to in 1970 with a single-storey, flat roof extension with little consideration given to the style or thermal performance of the building.
As part of our CPD library we now offer architects and specifiers a RIBA-Assessed CPD entitled ‘Growing our Low-Carbon Economy’. It qualifies as a Core Curriculum subject and for general awareness in the Knowledge level. This CPD can be accessed on www.mumfordwood.com and is only available online.
First of all, and in response to popular demand, we have introduced made-to-order timber balcony doorsets to the coordinated and award-winning Conservation™ range of period-style sash and casement windows, French doorsets, bi-folding and entrance doors.
First of all, Mumford & Wood is taking a proactive stance to address the company’s contribution to climate change. In doing, so we have committed to the Carbon Smart programme and have achieved Silver certified acknowledgement of manufacturing and commercial standards.
In certain instances, such as in a conservation area, it is always recommended to check with your local planning officer before embarking on this project. You may be asked to make your request formally in writing so be prepared to submit your application with window drawings prepared for you by specialist manufacturer Mumford & Wood
First of all while most manufacturers have been developing new products and systems to achieve ultimate goals of energy efficiency, leading fenestration manufacturer Mumford & Wood Ltd has been at the forefront of this development and has set a benchmark in timber window design and manufacture.
How do you select the type of external door that best suits your home? Why is it normally necessary to have a front door made-to-order?
First of all it is fair to say that timber has rightly regained its superiority in being the only natural and sustainable material for the manufacture of high quality windows and doors. Recent research identifies that timber is energy efficient and over its life cycle could actually outlive the building in which it has been installed.
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Q & A set by Jonathan Cole
Responses by Frank Buckley, managing director, Mumford & Wood Limited
Replacement like-for-like period style timber windows from the Conservation™ range have been installed in the thermal upgrade programme of St Margaret’s junior girls’ boarding house at the famous Cheltenham Ladies’ College. Other boarding houses at the school have also been refurbished in recent years with window replacements by Mumford & Wood.
Responses from Frank Buckley, managing director, Mumford & Wood Ltd
1. What is the state of current demand for timber windows and doors? Is demand growing? Can you identify any demand trends eg are bi-fold doors becoming more popular; is there growing demand for alu-clad products?
Products in the award-winning Conservation Secure™ range carry Secured by Design (SBD) accreditation. This is the UK police flagship initiative which aims to design-out crime and requires that products must meet challenging test criteria before they can carry SBD approval.
Restoration Special – Windows feature
The choice of window design and the material used in their manufacture will have a dramatic impact on the end result of a restoration project.
Mumford & Wood Conservation™ sliding sash windows are now SBD certificated to meet Approved Document Q – Security. Recognised as Britain’s leading manufacturer of high performance, tried and tested timber windows and doors, Conservation™ sash windows now carry additional security features that meet the requirements of Document Q Building Regulations, for the new build housing sector, which came into effect 1 October 2015
The ever expanding Conservation Secure™ collection of period-style timber windows and doors by Mumford & Wood now includes an option in which the pre-tensioned spring balance is hidden from view to maintain authentic styling. In addition, this product is fully security tested to PAS24:2012 to achieve Secured by Design accreditation, while the unique design allows quick, easy and efficient maintenance.
The process of ordering made-to-order timber windows and doors.
Mumford & Wood Ltd, the Tiptree-based manufacturer of Britain’s finest timber windows and doors, will join over 30 other businesses and organisations at the Get Witham Working Apprenticeship Fair on Friday 27th November.
Mumford & Wood is a founding member of the British Woodworking Federation’s Wood Window Alliance scheme who champions the cause for the specification of wood windows in both new build and replacement projects.
Watch our video giving advice on replacing windows in conservation areas
An interesting assessment of the longevity of timber windows and a look at the expected life cycle.
Artist Residence, the 10-bedroom boutique hotel launched just over a year ago in London’s fashionable Pimlico Village, is one of the big winners in the Good Hotel Guide 2016: Great Britain and Ireland.
Products in the award-winning Conservation Secure™ range by Mumford & Wood carry Secured by Design (SBD) accreditation. This is the UK police flagship initiative which aims to design-out crime and requires that products must meet challenging test criteria before they can carry SBD approval.
Mumford & Wood, the manufacturer of Britain’s finest timber windows and doors, has been chosen as supply partner to replace over 1000 windows and doors as part of the major £11.5m refurbishment project at Trump Turnberry Resort.
With the advent of uPVC and aluminium as materials for windows and doors the rattly, warped and tired timber window soon became part of a niche market, a relic unfit for modern, low maintenance, energy efficient buildings. However, this is no longer the case…
Mumford & Wood, the renowned manufacturer of Britain’s Finest Timber Windows and Doors™ has launched a new website at www.mumfordwood.com.
Mumford & Wood, the award-winning manufacturer of traditionally styled timber windows and doors, now offer an extended range of finishes to their architectural ironmongery.
Steve Purcell is returning to Mumford & Wood Limited from 7 September 2015. In his new role Purcell will be responsible for new business development across the UK with specific emphasis on architects and specifiers in London and the south east
Mumford & Wood has introduced a Complete Care Service to ensure the company’s Conservation™ products remain in perfect working condition and achieve their life expectancy of up to 65 years or more.
Mumford & Wood, who last year celebrated a 60th Anniversary, marked the occasion at a special reception with guest of honour The Right Honourable Priti Patel MP, Minister of State for Employment, who formally opened the extended facility, currently home to 120 employees.
Mumford & Wood Conservation™ timber windows and doors have been architecturally specified in the remodelling of a traditional farmhouse typical of the region.
Our representatives will be attending The Building Centre on specific dates each month to provide you with information and advice.
This is a detailed account of the production of our premium timber windows and doors from start to finished product.
Mumford & Wood Conservation™ timber windows and doors have been specified by award-winning Epsom Builders Limited of Epsom, Surrey for a fabulous new-build property in the vibrant heart of Esher.
Reclaimed furniture, vintage design features and a fashionable shabby chic style lends a fabulous atmosphere to Artist Residence London, a Regency townhouse boutique hotel and restaurant in London’s trendy Pimlico Village
Mumford & Wood, manufacturers of the finest timber windows and doors, is taking a proactive stance to address the company’s contribution to climate change. In doing so, Mumford & Wood has committed to the Carbon Smart programme and has achieved Silver certified acknowledgement of manufacturing and commercial standards.
Timber has rightly regained its superiority in being the only natural and sustainable material for the manufacture of high quality windows and doors. Recent research identifies that timber is energy efficient and over ifs life cycle could actually outlive the building in which it has been installed
Joining an impressive collection of SBD approved Conservation™ products, which includes casement windows, elegant French doorsets, single external doors and robust entrance doors, is the popular bi-folding door which has been tested to meet PAS24:2012 Enhanced Security.
Timber window specialist Mumford & Wood is now able to offer a RIBA-Assessed CPD entitled ‘Growing our Low-Carbon Economy’ which is relevant to the current CPD syllabus. It qualifies as a Core Curriculum subject and for general awareness in the Knowledge level
Mumford & Wood, specialist manufacturer of the finest timber windows and doors, has introduced timber balcony doorsets to the award-winning Conservation™ range of period-style sash and casement windows, French doorsets, bi-folding and entrance doors.
Timber windows and doors by award-winning manufacturer Mumford & Wood are recognised in the BRE Green Guide to Specification as A+ rated.
Beautiful timber Conservation™ box sash windows by Mumford & Wood have been specified in the complete internal and external refurbishment of a Regency period property in fashionable Pimlico Village, City of Westminster, to an eclectic, 10-bedroom boutique hotel.
Conservation™ timber windows and doors by Mumford & Wood have been architecturally specified in the restoration of a beautiful 16th century private home in the Breckland area of rural Norfolk.
Roy Wakeman, chairman of the Timber Industry Accord (TIA), presented: ‘Timber: Growing our Low-Carbon Economy’, a manifesto document produced by the TIA.
An explanation of the cost of timber windows throughout their expected life, showing extremely favourable comparisons with alternative window material choices.
Mumford & Wood has designed and manufactured beautiful windows and doors for Kylemore House on the Coombe Estate, Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames. This is an exclusive 9,000 sq ft new-build house which has recently been awarded winner of the ‘Best Out of London Home’
An interesting assessment of the sustainability of timber windows and a look at the expected life cycle.
Essex-based Mumford & Wood, the award winning manufacturer of inspirational timber windows and doors, are proud to announce their 60th anniversary this month
Mumford & Wood, the award winning manufacturer of inspirational timber windows and doors, has released a new Style Guide brochure targeting architects, project managers, developers and home owners.
Award-winning timber window manufacturer Mumford & Wood is proud to announce a U-value of 1.1 W/m²K for the market-leading Conservation™ box sash.
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