GBS Joinery designs, manufactures, and installs high-quality timber windows and doors for homeowners, architects, and developers who value craftsmanship, sustainability, and long-term performance.
Whether replacing existing windows and doors features, renovating a period property, or starting a new build –
We have the experience and expertise to exceed your expectations.
Nigel Hockin – GBS Joinery
Managing Director
We bring over 40 years of experience and skilled craftsmanship to every project, ensuring top-notch quality and attention to detail.
We pride ourselves on delivering projects on time and within budget, without compromising on quality. Your deadlines and budget are our priority.
From initial design to final inspection, we manage every aspect of your project, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience for you.
Years of Experience
We design and manufacture fully bespoke timber windows and doors, tailored to the architecture, proportions, and performance requirements of your property.
Our services include:
Traditional and contemporary timber windows
Timber doors (external, internal, heritage and modern designs)
Faithful reproduction for period properties
Specialist joinery for conservation areas & listed buildings
Energy-efficient glazing upgrades
Full project management and installation
Whether you are replacing existing windows, restoring original features, renovating a heritage property, or working on a new-build home, we provide clear guidance and meticulous craftsmanship at every stage.
We provide a complete design and project management service.
Our team collaborates closely with clients, architects and local planning authorities to ensure every project meets and surpasses aesthetic, environmental, and functional requirements.
All work is carried out by the in-house GBS installation team, assuring you of our guaranteed high quality installation at all times.
At GBS, we care about the built-in environment and ensure the design, timber specified, and overall finishing, maintains the original aesthetics and character of the property and/or, reinstating the original timber windows and doors.
Specialists in Heritage, Planning and Reinstatement
With over four decades of experience working on listed buildings and properties within conservation areas, GBS Joinery understands the balance between heritage preservation and modern performance.
We work closely with:
Local planning authorities
Conservation officers
Architects and heritage consultants
Our team specialises in:
Reinstating original timber windows and doors
Accurately replicating historic profiles, glazing bars and detailing
Improving thermal performance without compromising character
All timber is FSC® or PEFC-certified, sourced from responsibly managed forests worldwide.
We are always happy to offer free expert advice at the early stages of your project.
Quality is at the heart of everything we do, and our impressive Case Studies are testament to this.
We use only the finest timbers, including Swedish Redwood, Douglas Fir, Mahogany, Oak, and the innovative Accoya.
Our windows and doors are fitted with highly efficient Planitherm double glazing, exceeding current building regulations for energy efficiency.
We also offer a factory-applied, low-maintenance paint system in a wide range of colours, perfectly matching your home’s style.
Our handcrafted timber windows and doors blend timeless design with masterful craftsmanship, enhancing the character of each unique space. Every piece is carefully built to ensure longevity, warmth, and elegance, creating a true sense of home.
From classic to contemporary styles, our joinery elevates each project, adding quality and charm. With dedication to detail and sustainability, we bring lasting beauty to every property we work on.
We discuss with you the best solutions and applications for your needs, helping you to make informed decisions about your joinery needs.
Bespoke timber windows and doors offer unmatched quality, durability, and aesthetic appeal. Crafted from high-grade, sustainably sourced timber, they add natural warmth and elegance to any home. Timber also provides excellent insulation, helping to reduce energy costs while enhancing comfort. Additionally, bespoke designs allow for a perfect fit, which improves security and longevity.
Our timber windows and doors are crafted using only the highest-quality, sustainably sourced hardwoods and softwoods, treated to withstand various weather conditions. We apply specialist treatments and coatings to protect the timber from moisture, rot, and UV damage, ensuring long-lasting performance and beauty.
Absolutely. We specialise in creating bespoke designs that match the architectural style and character of your home. Our expert craftsmen can replicate historical details, specific shapes, and finishes, ensuring the new additions blend seamlessly with your existing decor.
Timber windows and doors are easy to maintain with a few regular practices. Every few years, they may need a fresh coat of paint or stain to keep them protected and looking beautiful. With our high-quality treatments, upkeep is minimised, but we provide all clients with guidance on care routines to maximise the lifespan of their timber products.
Yes, sustainability is a core part of our approach. All of our timber is sourced from certified, responsibly managed forests, and we use eco-friendly finishes and treatments. Timber is a renewable material, and our bespoke products are designed to be energy-efficient, helping reduce your carbon footprint over time.
Lead times vary based on the project’s complexity, design specifications, and current workload. Typically, a custom project can take anywhere from 8 to 12 weeks, but we will provide a detailed timeline during your consultation to ensure you’re fully informed throughout the process.
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Based in Stockport Cheshire we are happy to meet new customers and travel throughout neighbouring counties, Lancashire, Yorkshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, to offer supply and installation, outside this area we can supply only.
Woodhead, MacclesfieldI’m delighted with how this has gone and the 4 guys have been absolutely brilliant. I cannot say enough about them really. All a pleasure to have about and they have done the most beautiful job fitting the windows.