Homes most likely to have tired white frames
That group splits fairly evenly: about 1,890 from 1965 to 1982 and 1,810 from 1983 to 1999. Houses in the later group may still have their original frames, while the earlier ones are probably on their first replacements. Either way, the white has often gone chalky and looks out of step with a repainted door or render.
Around 86% of Biggleswade homes are houses, so owners can usually choose a frame colour themselves. In a flat, check with the freeholder or managing agent before booking, because window frames often belong to the building.
uPVC spraying and the conservation area
Frames are washed, degreased and keyed, then glass, seals, handles and brickwork are masked. We spray on site in coatings made for uPVC, in thin coats. It needs dry, mild days, so spring to early autumn is the best time to book.
The town centre is a conservation area. If your home is in it, check with Central Bedfordshire Council before changing the colour of your frames. The uPVC spraying page explains the coating and what it can't do.
Biggleswade at a glance
- 27 milesby road from our Landbeach base, about 44 minutesOSRM routing
- 19%were built 1965 to 1982VOA Council Tax stock
- 18%were built 1983 to 1999VOA Council Tax stock
- 86%are houses rather than flatsCensus 2021
- 68%of homes are owner-occupiedCensus 2021
- 1conservation arealocal council
How we approach upvc spraying
For a Biggleswade semi, Graham checks every frame and leaves out any with cracked profiles or failed sealed units. We then clean and degrease the frames, key the surface by hand and mask the glass, seals and surrounding brick. Spraying is planned for a dry, mild spell, and doors or conservatory frames can be matched in the same colour. The full method, products and FAQs are on our upvc spraying page.