The history of Irish windows begins in the early eighteenth century. Few windows from before this time survive. Indeed up until the 17th century in Ireland there was no glass making and the need for defence overruled the need for windows.

Sep 13, 2013 · Nostalgic images of Irish cottage windows adorn postcards, calendars, placemats, mugs and numerous other mementos created to help tourists remember their days spent in the Emerald Isle.

Very many old windows, made in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, have been successfully maintained and repaired using methods that have stood the test of time, and are still functioning.

Heritage sash windows are a defining feature of many period properties across Ireland. These traditional sliding windows add character and charm to a property and play a crucial role in preserving the historical integrity of traditional buildings.

May 14, 2015 · Irish thatched cottages boasted few windows. This helped limit heat loss in winter and kept the interior of the cottages cool in the summer months. However, one of the main reasons for this limited number of windows was the infamous "window tax" imposed by the British government from 1799 to 1851.

Apr 3, 2024 · Historic sash windows are an integral part of Ireland’s architectural heritage. They were the predominant window style from the 1720s and are found in protected structures across the country. They not only exhibit exquisite craftsmanship but also provide a glimpse into the past.

Window taxes were levied on houses with more than six windows from 1799 until 1851 and because of respiratory problems caused as a result of reducing windows they became known as the ‘typhus tax’.

Jun 26, 2019 · Georgian windows are a feature of 18th century architecture. As such, they are often seen through Dublin city and the great houses in the Irish countryside which were built in this era. Furthermore, they are instantly recognisable particularly because of their proportions.

The Kells name stands for beautifully crafted, high quality timber windows and doors for period properties, heritage or conservation projects and people who love their homes. Our team of craftsmen are highly skilled in the traditional techniques of designing, restoring and installing traditional timber windows and doors.

Ever wonder why old Irish Cottages had such small windows. In the 1690s English monarch William III introduces Window Tax. As the name suggests, this was a tax levied on the windows of a property. Irish cottagers used their own unique and innovative approach to avoid paying the tax by using the half-door.