Residence Collection proving huge success for Dekko installers

October 13, 2025

R7 and R9 popularity continuing to grow – and are a must for installers says Steve Collett, Sales Director at Dekko Window Systems.

In a market where differentiation and quality are everything, the Residence Collection continues to deliver major wins for installers looking to offer premium timber-look alternatives.

That has been the case at for Dekko Window Systems, one of the UK’s leading fabricators and a trusted Residence Collection partner for over a decade.

From the sleek, contemporary lines of R7, to the authentic, heritage styling of R9, Dekko’s fully comprehensive Residence Collection gives installers have the tools they need to win more business and can cater for a wide range of architectural styles.

“Flush sash windows in uPVC have seen a 540% year-on-year increase in Google search volume. That’s a clear indication that consumer demand is surging,” explained Steve Collett, Sales Director at Dekko Window Systems.

“R7 and R9 lets installers tap into that demand, especially when homeowners are looking for low-maintenance alternatives to timber or aluminium.”

Fully graf welded, fully flush

For a serious aluminium alternative, Dekko’s fully graf welded Residence 7 window is an ideal solution.

“R7 is really growing in popularity among our installer network and our ability to manufacture it fully graf welded is a great option or alternative to aluminium,” said Steve. “It achieves fantastic U-Values and performance and offers a very similar aesthetic, with Eclectic Grey inside and out a perfect example of a premium finish.”

Dekko is a Centre of Excellence for both graf and synergy welding, operating more high-performance welding machines than any other Residence fabricator in the North West. That means installers benefit from a consistent, high-quality finish and fast turnaround even on larger, complex projects.

Several recent R7 installations include a luxury Dutch-style wedding venue in Anglesey, where Dekko supplied over 70+ windows and doors in Eclectic Grey on Grained White; a unique Cotswold Green on Chalk White R7 installation, manufactured for Ffenestri Cymru Windows; and crisp Chalk White R7 installation delivered for Fine Dimensions.

Chalk White R7 windows manufactured by Dekko Windows and installed by Fine Dimensions

“We’ve been involved in some standout R7 projects recently, with installers feeding back to us that both they and their customers have been extremely happy with the products and service we have provided,” said Steve. “Homeowners have been delighted with the quality of windows while installers have been impressed with the seamless welded joints.”

Heritage authenticity with modern performance

Residence 9 continues to be the go-to product for period and conservation projects. With its authentic mechanical joints, deep profiles, and heritage detailing, it provides the traditional timber look homeowners want with none of the ongoing maintenance.

“R9 is still the product of choice for high-end homeowners and heritage-style properties,” Steve said. “We’ve seen incredible results from recent R9 projects across the UK, and the feedback from both homeowners and installers speaks volumes.”

They include a stunning Painswick on White Grained R9 job with Chewton Developments featuring 20+ windows and French doors, which impressed the customer so much they immediately asked Dekko to quote on another large-scale development, and an R9 job in Irish Oak with Myford Windows.

Painswick on White Grained Residence 9 Windows installed by Chewton Developments

A large-scale R9 job in collaboration with Brackenwood Windows, using No.10 Black, Golden Oak, Silvered Oak, and Golden Oak was a perfect example of R9 replicating the original timber frames in-keeping with a property’s original character, while R9 windows installed by LD Windows Ltd was another example of the traditional aesthetics that R9 provides to a property.

Residence 9 Windows in Irish Oak manufactured by Dekko Windows and installed by Myford Windows

“When installers choose Dekko for R9, they’re not just getting an authentic product,” said Steve. “They’re getting our long-term experience working closely with the Residence Collection and access to the full range of welding and jointing options, including TimberWeld, mechanical joints, and seamless graf welds.”

Why installers are choosing Dekko for Residence

For over 10 years, Dekko has been a strategic partner of the Residence Collection. That means installers gain direct access to deep product knowledge, reliable fabrication quality, and a supply partner who understands the flush sash market.

With trade counters in Ashton and Swindon, fast UK-wide delivery from their Lancashire-based factory, and a team that offers full technical and marketing support, Dekko makes it easy for installers to deliver premium results with confidence.

“Many of our customers have said they are hoping to push more on Residence from now on,” Steve concluded. “It’s the perfect proposition for trade installers seeking to expand their portfolio.”

Speak to Dekko’s team today about adding R7 and R9 to your current product range.

For more information on our Residence Collection offering – visit: www.dekkowindows.com/windows/timber-effect-windows