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Photo of interior designer Malcom Duffin
Blog, Living Spaces

Designing your new home extension: Part 2

From choosing the right windows and lights to adding plants and greenery, find out how you can improve your well-being with these home improvements.

Photo of new staff members at the CR Smith manufacturing plant
Manufacturing, News

New workplace initiatives lead to factory jobs

CR Smith Manufacturing Ltd, the commercial arm of Scotland’s leading home improvements company, has signed an £8m contract with social landlord Link Group’s commercial partner C~urb.

3d visualisation of lorimer gable front sunroom with anthracite grey windows and french doors
Blog, Living Spaces

Designing your new home extension: Part 1

From choosing the right windows and lights to adding plants and greenery, find out how you can improve your well-being with these home improvements.

rebecca-lee-photography
Blog, Doors, Windows

Happy living: How home improvements can boost your well-being

From choosing the right windows and lights to adding plants and greenery, find out how you can improve your well-being with these home improvements.

johnstone_kirkcaldy_house
Blog, Doors, Windows

How to save more with energy efficiency (in numbers)

Want to save money on your energy bills? Check out these energy saving tips ranging from turning off the lights to improving your windows and doors.

crs_factory_001
Manufacturing, News

CR Smith wins £8m housing association contract

CR Smith Manufacturing Ltd, the commercial arm of Scotland’s leading home improvements company, has signed an £8m contract with social landlord Link Group’s commercial partner C~urb.

Photo of Colin Bane, CR Smith Head of Manufacturing
Manufacturing, News

Commercial business growth with first Head of Manufacturing

CR Smith shows intent to grow commercial business with the appointment of its first Head of Manufacturing. Joining a growing management team, Mr Bain brings more than 30 year’s experience.

Photo of Kyle Gordon in his team Scotland commonwealth kit and Scotland flag
News, Sponsorships

Track cyclist thanks CR Smith ahead of Commonwealth Games

As the final countdown to this month’s Commonwealth Games in Birmingham begins, Scotland’s leading pursuit cyclist Kyle Gordon has sponsors CR Smith backing him all the way.

Close up of single glazed timber window fitted with secondary glazing
Blog, Windows

Choosing secondary glazing for warmth and energy savings

Improving the energy efficiency of our homes has never been more important. If you live in a listed building or period property with draughty windows, building regulations often prevent the installation of double glazing, which is why our bespoke secondary glazing is the ideal way to transform the comfort…

Bedroom with large window, venetian blinds and a roman blind
Blog, Windows

Window dressing, by Malcolm Duffin

If you have just had new windows fitted, it is only natural that your thoughts will turn to curtains. Or it may be that with this year’s spring clean you want to give your windows a treat with new blinds or drapery.

External view of white four part patio door
Blog, Doors

Time to open up your garden

Over the past two years, we have all begun to appreciate the value of our home and gardens. Our homes have become our sanctuaries and our gardens the place to escape to, relax in and enjoy the restorative powers of the outdoors.

Bespoke stained glass uPVC front door. Sun shining though the door into the hallway
Blog, Doors, Windows

Stunning window and door designs handcrafted by CR Smith

Given a blank canvass, how would you design your front door? How do you create the perfect entrance: one that has gorgeous kerb appeal, a warm welcome and brightens up your hallway?