How to Clean and Maintain uPVC Windows: A Homeowner’s Checklist   uPVC windows are fairly easy to look after, but a little regular care makes a noticeable difference all the same. Cleaning the frames, checking the seals and keeping the moving parts free from dirt can help your windows open smoothly. Plus, maintenance makes small…

Double vs Triple Glazing: Which Is Right for Your Home? Upgrading your glazing is one of the simplest ways of making your home warmer, quieter and cheaper to heat. But when it comes to double vs triple glazing, which is the best option? Well, the truth is that there’s no single “best” answer. The right choice depends on your home, which way your rooms face and whether you’re building…

Less brr, more BER  Whether it’s high energy costs or a breeze on your neck, draughty windows and doors can really send a shiver down your spine  Let’s set the scene: You’ve come home after a hectic workday and finally get the chance to put your feet up. You sit down, flick on your favourite TV show and get comfy. But there’s a crispness…

New research by Cork-based Sky Windows has found that there were 52,442 ‘burglary and related offences’ recorded across Ireland between Q1, 2020 and Q2, 2025. The findings also reveal that there have been 9,103 burglaries recorded so far this year, and as Ireland enters the most common period for break-ins, that of October to March, the importance of secure windows and…

Sky Windows Celebrates 35 Years in Business This year, Cork-based Sky Windows is celebrating 35 years in business. To celebrate this incredible milestone, we spoke to Robert Kennedy about the company’s beginnings, the ups and downs of running a business and the advice he has for someone starting their own business. Can you tell us how Sky Windows started? (Gap in the market, etc.)  Back in 1988, I worked in…

Window condensation is a common issue for many households that can be troublesome when it begins to affect your windows, comfort and even your health. While it may be more prevalent during colder months, it can still appear throughout the year and prove difficult to get rid of.   Here, we draw on over 35 years of experience installing windows and doors to help you better…

Expert Discusses Why Ireland Needs to Open Its Windows Due to our weather, Irish homes often battle issues such as condensation and mould; Irish window expert says Lüften is a breath of fresh air  Ireland is a wet country. Even in spring and summer, months usually associated with warmer weather, we find ourselves closing windows…