When refurbishing your home, it is important to maintain any character features, in order to add value to the property.

For example, a Victorian villa or townhouse would always be in demand when presented in a condition that is in keeping with its age. This may include including original fireplaces and ornate cornicing and mouldings. Furnishing the property with some well chosen antique pieces and furniture will also reflect the property's historical features.

Before filling your property with antiques, you will need to ensure the property is in a habitable condition. When refurbishing any property, one of the first issues which will need attention are the windows. It would be very easy to rip out the existing antique sash windows and replace them with any of the common or garden UPVC windows, Nottingham building suppliers have to offer.

To best compliment your older property, replacement double-glazed sash or even transom and mullion style windows are available to update your property's insulation to today's standards, without spoiling its character.

Before making any major changes to the property's appearance, it would be prudent to check with your local council to ensure it is not a listed property. If this is the case you must consult with officers from English heritage to check any limitations or restrictions imposed when updating your property.