Industry Insight

Why Demand for Authentic Heritage Finishes is Booming in the UK Window Market

Across the UK, demand for heritage-style windows and doors has grown rapidly in recent years. Conservation areas, period properties and homeowners looking for traditional aesthetics are driving a market where authenticity matters.

But today’s customers want the look of timber without the downsides, especially regular painting and maintenance. That’s where foiled uPVC and aluminium profiles come in.

A traditional look, with modern performance

Modern foiled finishes replicate the look and feel of painted or stained timber. Textured woodgrains, subtle colours and even bespoke finishes allow systems houses and fabricators to offer authentic, period-style products in low-maintenance materials.

The heritage advantage

Fabricators embracing heritage-style windows are winning high-end renovation and new build projects, even in conservation areas. By offering authentic finishes, they can meet design and planning requirements while giving homeowners all the benefits of modern materials: security, thermal efficiency and low maintenance.

How Foilit supports this trend

At Foilit, we work closely with systems houses and fabricators to deliver the finishes their customers want. Whether it’s a single run of a bespoke colour or ongoing production for a popular woodgrain, we help manufacturers meet growing demand quickly and consistently.

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