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RE: Heavy duty curtain Recommendation

heirobien3 — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:35:11 +0000

Oh hi Olive, I just noticed I forgot to include the link to AKON Curtains in my recommendation. I’ve updated my reply and added their website for you below:

https://www.akoncurtains.co.uk/

RE: Heavy duty curtain Recommendation

heirobien3 — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 03:11:32 +0000

Hi Olive, I’ve used AKON UK products before, and they’re worth a look. They offer heavy-duty insulated curtains that help block drafts and keep warmth inside, so they’re a good option for cold climates.

They’re durable, fairly easy to install, and simple to maintain. They also do custom sizes, which is handy if you have a specific space to cover.

Definitely worth checking out if you need something practical and long-lasting.

Loft conversion room height - is 2 metres ok?

heirobien3 — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:49:16 +0000

Hey buddy, done a few loft convos on Victorian terraces like yours—low ridges are common, and 2m finished height is the bare minimum but doable if planned right.

It's legal, but feels cramped—fine for storage/office, tight for bedroom with low furniture only.

Loads of folks live with it; focus on dormers or Velux for light, and position bed under ridge. Avoid if tall or claustrophobic—wish I'd bumped to 2.1m+ by dropping floor below early.

Heavy duty curtain Recommendation

Olive03 — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:35:08 +0000

Hello everyone! I'm in search of recommendations for companies that specialize in heavy-duty curtains specifically designed to withstand extreme weather conditions, particularly cold climates. These curtains must provide excellent insulation and are made from durable materials to effectively block out drafts and maintain indoor warmth. Additionally, I’m keen on finding options that are not only functional but also user-friendly when it comes to installation and maintenance. I would love to hear about any brands or products you have had positive experiences with. Your suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thank you in advance!

RE: Curtain Suggestions

MrTrustReview — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:53:25 +0000

Hi Veronica,

We have what you need, you can search for AKON UK.

We have alot of Curtains for different application.

Feel free to reach back to us.

Thanks

Eric!

RE: Curtain Suggestions

renoviva-admin — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 15:52:43 +0000

Hi Veronica

These are generally available from the main retailers. If you search for 'thermal curtains' online, a bunch of retail options will pop up, including at the likes of Dunelm and John Lewis.

The key thing though will be to make sure they're well installed (i.e. close to the window frame/wall) so that they're effective.

Good luck!

Xuan

Curtain Suggestions

Veronica00 — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 19:48:11 +0000

Hi everyone! I'm looking for companies that sell curtains to help insulate my room from extreme temperatures. I would greatly appreciate your recommendations—thank you in advance!

Any thoughts on crittall style glazing vs sliding glazed doors for an extension?

AlexR — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 12:28:15 +0000

Hi all

We're doing a ground floor extension. We're looking to install either crittall-style glazing or sliding glazed doors. The rear will be about 6m across and we're thinking of having about 4m of that for the rear glazing. Any pros and cons we should be aware of?

Alex

RE: Loft conversion room height - is 2 metres ok?

AlexR — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 12:24:34 +0000

Hi Ruth

We had similar issues when we did our loft conversion. We ended up not lowering the floor or raising the ridge and it's worked out okay. It does feel a bit more enclosed than space with higher ceilings of course but none of us are taller than 5"10 so it matters less to us. Bearing in mine that doorways are just under 2m, it'll be fine for all but the very tall. Think through things like lighting and showers though. You won't have room to have anything other than recessed ceiling downlights or wall lights and, for showers, you'll need to choose something that works in the space. We chose a rain shower type shower head that curls downward and is deeper than many other options if that makes sense. Works okay for us but would definitely not be ideal for anyone taller than 5"10.

Alex

Loft conversion room height - is 2 metres ok?

Reno_Ruth — Mon, 13 May 2024 16:27:03 +0000

Hi all

Has anyone done a loft conversion with rooms at 2m finished ceiling height? We've found out enough to know that 2m is the minimum. Our Victorian terraced has a pretty low roof ridge. It's looking like we'll end up with 2m ceiling height unless we raise the ridge and/or get the floor lowered, which is a lot more expensive. Just wondering if 2m is enough and we shouldn't worry about it?

Thanks!

Ruth