Gowercroft Joinery

08/09/2026

And now he’s in Oxford!

Our Jeff Guest is presenting yet again at the vacuum glazing roadshow tomorrow in Oxford,

Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel, Church Way, Oxford, England, GB, OX4 4DZ

1 – 4 pm

If you want to know why we think vacuum glazing is the future of windows AND BEYOND

And how we’ve progressed with it over the years

Come and see Jeff and all the other industry experts discuss vacuum glazing and its:

Applications

Features

Real use in real heritage projects

It’ll be a fun time with drinks, snacks, and swag

And solutions for your heritage woes

It’s your last chance to sign up if you’re in the Oxford area

Here's the link: https://www.vacuumglazing.co.uk/cpd-roadshow/

And Jeff will see you there!

04/09/2026

Our Managing Director, Andrew Madge, has saved 670kg of carbon just by his travel habits!

We care about sustainability

And it runs through every facet of our business



-Our sales team and management use electric cars to save on fossil fuels

-Our factory has low emissions - “Due to efficient manufacturing and equipment used at the Gowercroft site” – From our Carbon to Gate carbon comparison

And our timber results in negative emissions, as the tree absorbs more carbon than is generated when extracted

Plus, with how long our windows last and the little maintenance required to maintain them, they will save further on carbon during their lifetime

You want to take the savings even further?

You should see how much energy we can save you with vacuum glazing with our timber

- U- values as low as 0.77 W/m²K

- Keeping heat in and cold air out (and vice versa)

- A perfect mix with our sustainable, breathable timber windows and doors

Do you want to help save the world

And your property with it?

Our contact info is here: https://www.gowercroft.co.uk/contact-us/

24/08/2026

The most sustainable building is often the one that already exists
But it can still be made more sustainablier (we know it isn’t a word)

The Waterman Building combines four Grade II listed Victorian warehouses into a ginormous 70,000 sq. ft office development, with 10,000 sq. ft floorplates and an EPC A rating

Plus, the new green roof supports bats, birds and bees
Also includes at least 27 wildflower species to support local biodiversity!

We put 330 timber windows into that bad boy, all carbon-negative over their lifetimes.
Our windows provide natural ventilation while preserving the building’s historic character
They are calculated to offset the embodied carbon from their manufacture within six years!

And the wider project also saved 700 tonnes of carbon using alternative materials!

And that’s why we submitted this project for the Sustainability Award at the 2026 British Woodworking Federation (BWF) Awards

Big heritage buildings in London CAN be sustainable
They have to be if we want to hit that elusive net-zero target

If you want more details on this project, here’s our case study:
https://www.gowercroft.co.uk/case-studies/sustainable-windows-deliver-low-carbon-solution-for-london-building/

The Waterman Building:
https://thewaterman.london/

If you have a building you want to make more sustainable...
Get in touch!

21/08/2026

“Shy boys don’t get any cake”

Congratulations on 6 years, Roy Fletcher!

And what a six years it has been…

Roy has been a star ever since he joined us back in 2020

Starting as a skilled Bench Joiner, he soon worked his way up to being a Supervisor

It only took 3 months, in fact!

And now he's our Production Manager!

Everyone says he's a great leader,

Always willing to help and listen

Show you how it's done

Roy’s patient

And a joy to work with

Overall, just a great guy!

Roy had this to say about his time with us:

“Gowercroft has supported me every step of the journey and pushed me to achieve more and more.”

And that he’s “loved” his time here

Thanks for a brilliant 6 years so far,

We can’t wait to see you for 6+ more!

14/08/2026

Have you given your home a good once-over yet?

- Cleared the cobwebs,

- opened the windows,

- checked for critters in the loft, shed or barn?

That small patch of peeling paint?

Could become a costly repair after a wet autumn

Addressing minor issues early can help preserve historic fabric and reduce the need for more disruptive repairs

Saving you time and money

But if your home is listed or in a conservation area, check whether consent is needed before altering or replacing historic features

Checking for rodents or bats is also important to maintain your home's integrity and cleanliness

However, if you find signs of bats, stop before carrying out work and seek specialist advice

Bats, their breeding sites and resting places are protected by law

If you need more information, here's a link to the Bat Conservation Trust:

https://www.bats.org.uk/advice/im-working-on-a-building-with-bats

And if you find that your windows and doors aren’t keeping you warm or cool enough

If they have gone past the point of no return

And need replacing altogether

then we’re here for you!

Got any other tips or considerations when maintaining your heritage home?

Drop them down below; we would love to know!

29/07/2026

We came
We saw
We presented

A huge thank you to Vacuum Glazing UK for inviting us to talk about our timber windows and doors!
And discuss strategies for getting planning approved for heritage builds!

Our Jeff guest was a star as usual and brought home the gold
And did a cracking presentation to boot

It was also a great time meeting all the other guests and speakers too:
William Green from 1st Vacuum Glass – Who told us what vacuum glazing is and why it's important
Chris Procter - Procter Rihl Architects – who discussed the right way to treat a sash window
Colin Davis - Studio Partington Architects – Who gave us the lowdown on his landmark pilot project
Mrs Zhang – LandVac – Gave us the details on the future of LandVac and how it’ll develop in the future

One thing brings us all together
We are pioneers of a better future where sustainability, longevity and comfort are the priority for our homes and buildings going forward

We are proud to be included in such a lineup
And be a driving force for a better future

09/07/2026

A bad retrofit can damage a building.
A good one improves performance without compromising what makes it worth saving.

That is why PAS 2035 and PAS 2030 matter.
Our latest blog explains what these standards mean for heritage retrofit, energy efficiency, and the route to net zero.

You’ll find out:
✔ What is PAS 2035?
✔ What is PAS 2030?
✔ How does retrofit support net zero in the UK?
✔ Why are heritage buildings more complicated?
✔ What should be considered before changing windows and doors?
✔ Where do timber windows, doors and vacuum glazing fit?

The short version?
PAS 2035 is the plan
PAS 2030 supports the installation
Together, they encourage a whole-building approach to energy efficiency

Read the full blog here:

What do PAS 2035 and PAS 2030 mean for heritage retrofit? How do timber windows, doors, and vacuum glazing affect energy efficiency?

02/07/2026

So, what happened to net zero by 2030?

Did everyone collectively give up on that?

We’re seeing claims of net zero by 2050 or 2045, but are they just going to be pushed back too?

After all the articles,

Posts

EPD’s

White papers

Was all of that just posturing?

Greenwashing?

Did anyone actually care?

Well, we did and still do

And you should too

We conduct thorough LCA’s

And each of our products has a comprehensive EPD’s

We collect all of our waste and repurpose it

Shavings for biofuels and farms

Leftover wood to heat our factory

Plus, our windows and doors are carbon sinks that will remove more carbon than they create in their lifetime

And we still keep trying to push the envelope further

What about you?

How are you contributing to net zero?

Are you choosing the best materials and products for your builds?

Are your projects as energy efficient as they could be?

With bills going up and the effects of climate change taking hold

It's more important than ever to strive for energy efficiency

And ultimately to be net zero

For comfort and to save the world.

We failed to meet this goal

Let's not fail the next one

26/06/2026

F*** it’s hot!

Flip of course…

And it’s no longer just a one off…

Our houses aren't built for this, and there are a lot of misconceptions and important tips that may surprise you

For example, open the window to get the breeze through, and it will cool you down.

Not if it's hotter outside than it is inside!

Our homes and buildings were meant to trap heat, not let it escape,

And so, you'll feel every degree of it and struggle to get it down without expensive A/C options

Or energy-efficient windows and doors

But there are a few things you can do to stay cool,

and we have a handy blog telling you just how:

https://www.gowercroft.co.uk/news/keep-your-home-cool/

From cross ventilation to changing your light bulbs, these tips should help you battle the heat this summer

Stay hydrated and keep cool!

7 smart ways to keep your home cool in hot weather. Learn how G-values, U-values, and smart ventilation can help beat the heat!

25/06/2026

If I get energy-efficient windows, will it cause dampness?

Changes to existing buildings don't happen in isolation

And it's important to consider the knock-on effect that improvements can have on other areas

That's why we're sharing an amazing resource with you from the STBA (Sustainable Traditional Buildings Alliance) so that you can see how changes impact each other

Because when you’ve prepared your retrofit project, and you have some new energy-efficient windows ready
You don't want to be caught up in a snag you never saw coming

It's really simple to use, too
Just click the link,
Click what you want to change on the wheel and follow the arrows
Read the different tabs and…
That’s it!

We want you to be more informed on how to retrofit your properties properly
Especially if they're heritage

Even if we’re not part of the project,
We still care about our heritage and the history they have

So, when you do get around to your retrofit project, use this:
STBA Guidance Wheel - STBA

And remember us if you need energy-efficient timber windows and doors with the lowest whole product U-Values in the game

Thank you to the STBA for such a useful resource!