John knight Glass

Name

John knight Glass

Legal name

John Knight Glass

Website

https://johnknightglass.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Window and Door Manufacturing and Installation

NAICS

Glass and Glazing Contractors (23815), Glass and Glazing Contractors (238150), Glass Product Manufacturing Made of Purchased Glass (327215)

SIC

Glass Products, Made Of Purchased Glass (3231), Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442)

akta.pro primary industry

Custom Window & Door Fabrication & Replacement (HSAPAJAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Glass & Glazing Repair (Single-pane, Insulated Glass Unit replacement) (HSAGAEAD), Skylights, Roof Glazing & Glass Roofing Systems (IMADAHAK), Interior Glazing & Glass Partitions (IMAFANAK)

Keywords

• Fenestration products
• Window manufacturing
• Door installation
• Aluminium glazing
• Structural glass design

Headquarters

HQ city

Heswall

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Windows and Doors Installation: Manufacturing and installation of quality Steel, Alu-clad, Aluminium, Timber, Timber Alternative and UPVC windows, doors and roof lights. Full in-house design and project management service from initial enquiry through to final installation.
2. Structural Glass Installation: Design and installation of all glass structural glazing including Oriel Windows, Glass Tunnels, Frameless Windows, and Glass Corners.
3. Repair and Maintenance: Door and window maintenance and repair services across Wirral, Chester and North Wales through John Knight Glazing division.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

John Knight Glass manufactures and installs windows, doors, roof lights and structural glass across multiple materials (Aluminium, Steel, Alu-clad, Timber, Timber Alternative, UPVC) for residential properties. It runs a full in-house design, survey, procurement and project management service from initial enquiry through to final installation, supplemented by a separate repair and maintenance division (John Knight Glazing). Its product portfolio mixes own-brand Knight Collection lines with national and international brand partnerships including Crittall, Internorm, Rationel, Velfac, Solarlux, Evolution, Centor Europe and PanoramAH.

Product overview

John Knight Glass is a manufacturer and installer of quality windows, doors, and structural glass products serving the North West of England since 1984. The product portfolio centers around three main categories: Windows (including Aluminium, Timber, UPVC, Timber Alternative, Alu-Clad, Crittall/Steel, Sliding Sash, and Oriel styles), Doors (encompassing Aluminium, Bi-Fold, French, Sliding, Entrance, Traditional, Contemporary, and Crittall options), and Structural Glass (featuring roof lights, oriel windows, glass tunnels, frameless windows, and glass corners). The company operates its own sub-brands (Knight Collection, Knight Line, Knight Industrial, Knight Essential, Evolution Storm, Evolution Flush) alongside partner brands including Internorm, Rationel, Velfac, Crittall, Centor, Solarlux, and Evolution. Their service offering includes full in-house design and project management from initial enquiry through to final installation, with products available through their Heswall showroom described as one of the most extensive window and door showrooms in the UK.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Windows (multi-material range: Aluminium, Steel, Alu-clad, Timber, Timber Alternative, UPVC, Sliding Sash) Manufactured and installed residential windows across aluminium, steel, alu-clad, timber, timber alternative, UPVC and sliding sash styles for new builds, renovations, extensions and conservation projects.
• Doors (Aluminium, Alu-clad, French, Bi-Fold, Contemporary, Traditional, Sliding, Entrance, Crittall) Manufactured and installed residential external and internal doors including bi-fold, sliding, french, entrance and Crittall steel doors for new builds, renovations and extensions.
• Roof Lights (flat, standard and bespoke roof lanterns) Customisable flat, multi-section and bespoke roof lanterns manufactured and installed for residential extensions and new builds.
• Structural Glass (Oriel Windows, Glass Tunnels, Frameless Windows, Glass Corners) Design, manufacture and installation of bespoke structural glass elements including oriel windows, glass tunnels, frameless windows and glass corners for residential projects.
• Knight Collection Aluminium Windows (Knight Essential, Knight Line, Knight Industrial, Curtain Walling) Own-brand aluminium window range with entry-level, slim-profile and steel-alternative variants powder coated in any RAL colour for replacement and new-build markets.
• Internorm PassivHaus Alu-Clad Windows Premium alu-clad timber windows with triple glazing achieving PassivHaus standards for ultra-low energy residential projects.
• Evolution Timber-Alternative Windows (Storm 2 and Flush ranges) UPVC timber-alternative windows in Storm 2 and Flush styles delivering the look of timber with low maintenance and improved energy efficiency.
• Sliding Sash Windows Traditional vertical sliding sash windows for period properties, manufactured in multiple materials with authentic detailing (sash horns, deep bottom rails, butt joints).
• Timber Windows (Standard, Energy Line, Thermo Line with Teknos 5-stage paint) Hand-crafted timber windows in three performance tiers (Standard, Energy Line, Thermo Line) using a 5-stage Teknos paint process for durability.
• Timber Alternative Entrance Doors Front entrance doors crafted from UPVC, composite or aluminium with timber appeal and improved performance and durability.
• Centor Bi-Fold Doors Premium bi-folding doors delivered via partnership with Centor Europe for seamless indoor-outdoor residential flow.
• Crittall Steel Windows and Screens Steel-framed windows and internal screens offering industrial aesthetic for residential and commercial projects.
• John Knight Glazing – Repair and Maintenance Service Door and window repair and maintenance service covering broken glass, misted units, faulty locks, seized hinges and sticky handles across Wirral, Chester and North Wales.

Quantifiable outcome

• U-values as low as 0.6 achievable with Internorm triple glazed windows
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• InternormcoreTechnology or IntegrationSpecialist partners offering Internorm Aluminium Wood/PVC-U clad windows. Internorm has over 80 years of experience and is one of the largest window producers in Europe. Windows achieve Passiv Haus standard with U-Values of 0.6.
• CrittallcoreTechnology or IntegrationNational and international partnership for steel window and door products. Crittall is a leading brand for steel-framed windows and screens.
• RationelcoreTechnology or IntegrationMid-range alu-clad window partner with excellent workmanship, thermal efficiency and weather resistance. Suitable for low energy construction.
• VelfaccoreTechnology or IntegrationAlu-clad timber windows enhancing kerb appeal and energy efficiency. Offers complete package for residential properties.
• SolarluxcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for high-quality bi-fold and sliding door systems from German manufacturer.
• EvolutioncoreTechnology or IntegrationTimber alternative UPVC windows and doors offering authentic timber aesthetics without maintenance drawbacks. Includes Storm 2 and Flush window ranges.
• Centor EuropecoreTechnology or IntegrationBi-fold doors and accessories partner. Centor doors enable full opening of conservatories and living spaces.
• PanoramAHcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for panoramic window and door systems.

Scale indicators2 records

Emerging players

• Origin Global: UK premium aluminium window and door manufacturer specialising in bespoke residential glazing. Comparable as a premium-positioned aluminium specialist targeting homeowners and trade customers, often specified alongside timber alternatives.
• Solarlux UK: German premium bi-fold and sliding door manufacturer with UK presence. Comparable as a partner brand to John Knight Glass and as a premium specialist competitor for high-end bi-fold and large-opening glazing installations.

Broad incumbents

• Safestyle UK: Large UK-focused window and door installer with a national sales operation. Comparable in product scope (UPVC and composite windows/doors) but positioned more on value than premium/bespoke than John Knight Glass.
• Anglian Home Improvements: UK's largest home improvements company offering windows, doors, conservatories and more across the country. Comparable as a national one-stop-shop glazing and home improvement installer with a far larger footprint and marketing budget.
• Saint-Gobain: Global building materials group with glass manufacturing (including Pilkington) and broader fenestration exposure. Comparable as a major upstream supplier and broad incumbent shaping UK glazing standards, supply, and competition.
• Crittall Windows: Iconic UK steel window and door manufacturer with both heritage and modern product lines. Comparable as both a partner supplier to John Knight Glass and a competitor in steel-framed and Crittall-style residential projects.
• Everest Home Improvements: Long-established national UK installer of windows, doors and home improvements with similar premium positioning and full-service design-to-installation model. Competes for the same homeowner renovation and replacement demand.

Direct peers

• Clearview Home Improvements: UK window, door and conservatory installer serving homeowners with a focus on quality products and full-service installation. Closely comparable in customer segment (residential replacement and renovation) and bespoke product positioning.
• Zenith Staybrite: UK window, door and conservatory manufacturer and installer serving residential and trade customers. Directly comparable as a UK-based one-stop glazing manufacturer/installer with multi-material product range and design-to-install service.
• Kloeber UK: UK bespoke glazing company specialising in bi-fold doors, sliding doors, windows and rooflights. Comparable as a premium, design-led glazing installer serving architects and high-end residential projects.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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