Manufacturing
Our specially equipped workshop allows for the precise and speedy production of window frames to the high quality that our regular customers have come to expect, at a price to suit their budget.
Come and visit the workshop to view some examples for yourself, to get a quote or to discuss your needs in more detail.
Glass
Our sealed double glazed units are manufactured to EN 1279/2 standard using Pilkington K glass with a 16mm air gap which acts as an insulator and minimises condensation as well as keeping the warmth in and the noise out.
The range of glass designs is vast and a brochure is available on request (maybe we could put in a link to Pilkington glass range).
These include Flemish, stypolite, autumn leaf, sycamore, to name but a few.
Safety glass as standard
For added security you may wish to consider toughened double glazed units, in the unfortunate event of a breakage the unit will shatter into only small, relatively harmless pieces.
We use toughened glass as standard in full height panels, doors, porches and conservatories within 80cm of the floor as per building regulations.
Our regular supplier is City Glass, Halifax.
We use FENSA registered fitters
Windows fitted by
FENSA registered fitters
FENSA stands for the Federation Self-Assesment Scheme. It has been set up by the Glass and Glazing Federation(GGF), with Government approval, in response to the new Building Regulations for England and Wales. From April 1st 2002 all replacement windows have to comply with improved thermal performance standards.
When having windows and doors replaced from this date, homeowners must ensure that they get a certificate from Local Authority Building Control or have work completed by a FENSA Registered fitter.
Construction detail
This is a cross section and profile of our windows showing the variouse timber sections.
- Pilkington 'K' glass is used as standard. 4mm float, 16mm spacer, 4mm 'K' glass.
- The window sash compresses against compex A10 brown/white window gasket to create a weather tight seal.
- See below the downloadable fitting instructions for the double glased units.
- Storm proof hindges are used as standard.
- Shaws locking stays and fastners are used as standard.
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Download instructions on fitting double glazed units
The fitting Instructions are provided as a PDF. A PDF document can be read using Adobe Acrobat Reader which comes pre-installed on most PC systems. You can find out more information by visiting Adobe.
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