Casement Windows

This is the most traditional type of window. It can be supplied in many configurations and colours. Casement windows account for approximately 80% of the windows supplied and fitted in the UK. casement windowThere are several major manufacturers of casement windows. The term casement window actually refers to the opening element of the window which can be hinged horizontally or vertically.

Because all windows should be custom made to the exact measurements of your home you are able to specify a variety of styles of window.

You need to consider the following when you purchase casement windows.

Do the windows use shoot bolt mechanisms, friction stays and locking handles. These are the most secure types of locks. In most cases you will want internal beading. This is where the glass is inserted from the inside of the frame. It means you cannot remove the beading or glass from outside the house. PVCu frames from the early 80’s were externally beaded and either clipped or taped in and are not as secure as more modern windows. Laminated glass should be used where the window is in an exposed location like a ground floor or over a flat roof,this makes it more difficult to break the glass and force entry to your home.

Fire escapes should be incorporated within your new window frames; you can have special fire escape hinges fitted, these can be called egress hinges. Easy clean hinges can be specified where the window is inaccessible from the outside. This allows you to clean the window from the inside. All windows have to include drainage to remove any water that penetrates the frame. This is standard practice with all windows. Your windows can be either face drained or have concealed drainage that drains onto the window cill, this is the most common style of drainage. The water that is drained will not enter your home.

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