Bow / Bay windows
Bay / Bow windows are an attractive feature to any property. They also make a big
difference to the feel of a room, the room will feel much larger. They are constructed
using normal fully reinforced window frames in either the decorative or chamfered
system. The frames are connected using structural bay pole assembly kits or reinforced
corner posts for square bay / bow windows. The external sill, which the frames sit
on, is welded together to create one sill under all the frames.
Flat –to –Bow Windows:
It is possible to create a bay or bow window from an existing flat window. To create
a bay window (with brickwork below) building regulations are required and it becomes
quite an expensive process. Alternatively a bow window can be created more cost
effectively without the need for building regulations. A flat to bow window has
the same frame construction as a normal bay or bow window but with a new timber
/ scalloped lead roof.
Architectural Bow Canopies (GRP Roofs):
An alternative to a timber / lead roof is to use a GRP bow canopy with an integrated
ceiling. This has an attractive external dental moulding and a high gloss finish.
These are manufactured in a set range of sizes, which may have some design constraints
depending on the size of your existing window. They are available in white, brown
and light brown.
Weight loading bay windows:
Under new building regulations load bearing bay and bow windows are now covered
by FENSA. All bay and bow windows are constructed using structural bay pole assembly
kits, however under new building regulations load bearing bay pole jacks must now
be fitted through the external sill into the bay pole assembly kit. This creates
a structural support from the brickwork under the bay or bow window to the head
of the aperture.
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