Project Planning Blog Posts

Energy efficiency starts with better windows & doors—slim frames, warm-edge glazing, and airtight installs for a warmer, quieter home

24 March 2026

Front Door Colour Ideas 2026: Match Your Frames

Plan indoor–outdoor living with sliding doors, roof lanterns and coordinated frame colours that extend interior trends to your exterior.

GFD Homes aluminium windows and uPVC windows—clean lines, reliable performance, and tailored options to suit every home

17 March 2026

Aluminium Windows & uPVC Windows: A Clear Homeowner Guide

Aluminium Windows / Casement Windows / Energy Efficiency / Eurocell Windows / Home Improvement / Home Renovation / Ideas / Project Planning / Tilt and Turn Windows / uPVC Windows / Window Styles / Windows

Learn aluminium windows and uPVC windows basics with GFD Homes. Clear terms, glazing tips, and what to know before buying.

GFD Homes: home extensions designed around energy-efficient glazing—brighter spaces, better comfort, built to last

10 March 2026

Roof Lantern Light Guide: Glazing Terms Explained

Aluminium Roof Lanterns / Atlas Roof Lantern / Glass Roof / Glass Roof Lanterns / Glazed Roofs / Home Extension Ideas / Home Improvement / Home Renovation / Ideas / Korniche roof lantern / Project Planning / Roof Lanterns / Roof lanterns & Roof lights

Discover roof lantern light terminology with GFD Homes. Simple explanations, glazing tips, and what to know before you buy.

GFD Homes — creating light-filled spaces with roof lanterns, bifold & sliding doors

17 February 2026

Modern Glazing: Roof Lanterns, Bifold & Sliding Doors

Plan a light-filled extension with modern glazing. Compare roof lanterns, bifold doors and sliding doors, plus U-values and solar control tips from GFD Homes.

The Solidor Palermo from GFD Homes — a modern interpretation of Italian architecture with Mediterranean warmth and refined craftsmanship

12 February 2026

Solidor Palermo: Mediterranean Style Meets Modern Design

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Discover the Solidor Palermo door inspired by Italian architecture. Explore styles, features, and bespoke options from GFD Homes.

A modern aluminium door from GFD Homes, engineered for strength, style, and top-tier security.

10 February 2026

The Aluminium Door Demystified: Strength, Security & Style

Aluminium Door / Aluminium Doors / Aluminium Front Doors / Back Doors / Door Locks / Doors / Entrance Doors / Exterior Door / Front Doors / Glazed Doors / Home Extension Ideas / Home Improvement / Home Renovation / Ideas / Project Planning / Security

GFD Homes breaks down everything you need to know about choosing an aluminium door — from security ratings to thermal breaks, glazing, and long-term performance

The Solidor Verona — an elegant composite door defined by clean geometry, perfect symmetry and modern architectural discipline

5 February 2026

Solidor Verona: The Elegant Composite Door

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Explore the Solidor Verona — an elegant composite door with clean geometry, symmetrical glazing and made-to-measure engineering for modern architectural homes.

A beautiful set of sliding patio doors from GFD Homes, featuring slim interlocks, smooth glide action, and stunning floor-to-ceiling views.

27 January 2026

Sliding Patio Doors: A Clear, Simple Guide

Aluminium Patio Doors / Aluminium Sliding Doors / Cortizo / Home Extension Ideas / Home Improvement / Home Renovation / Home Security / Korniche / Korniche Sliding Door / Patio Doors / Project Planning / Sliding Doors

A simple guide to sliding patio doors. Learn interlocks, lift-and-slide systems, U-values, and top brands with expert advice from GFD Homes.

The Solidor Turin — a modern classic door design defined by strong vertical lines, architectural balance, and unmistakable presence

22 January 2026

Solidor Turin: Strength in a Modern Classic

Composite Door / Composite Doors / Door Locks / Doors / Energy Efficiency / Entrance Doors / Exterior Door / Front Doors / Glazed Doors / Home Extension Ideas / Home Improvement / Home Renovation / Ideas / Project Planning / Solidor / Solidor Composite Doors / Solidor Door Colours

Discover the Solidor Turin — a modern classic combining strength, structure and refined design. Explore glazing options, finishes and made-to-measure precision.

The Solidor Ancona door — where Italian-inspired symmetry meets British strength, designed for homes that value both form and function

15 January 2026

Solidor Ancona: Italian Elegance, British Strength

Composite Door / Composite Doors / Composite Front Doors / Doors / Energy Efficiency / Entrance Doors / Front Doors / Glazed Doors / Home Improvement / Home Renovation / Home Security / Ideas / Project Planning / Security / Solidor / Solidor Composite Doors / Solidor Door Colours

Discover the Solidor Ancona — a timeless door that blends Italian symmetry with British craftsmanship. Elegant, strong, and made to measure by GFD Homes.