ABOUT BAY WINDOWS

Bay windows may be constructed of timber or UPVC. Where the structure of the bay window is in stone or masonry, a normal timber or UPVC window can be inserted into the masonry opening. Where the structure of the bay window is timber, this may need replacing along with the windows themselves. In this case a new structure needs to be created, normally of timber.

In the case of both timber and UPVC bay windows, modern building regulations require that the windows be double glazed. The use of low emission glass can further enhance thermal insulation.

UPVC does not give the character of timber, particularly since the sections and details do not usually conform to the original timber design. The practical advantage of UPVC is that it does not require re-painting.

LEADING UK SUPPLIERS OF BAY WINDOWS

Jeld Wen UK is a leading supplier of timber windows, including bay windows. Their timber bay windows are made of dark red hardwoods or European redwood, treated with preserving fluid. Ventilators are provided as a normal item; they fit flush to the surface of the window.

Zenith Staybrite, part of the Bowater Home Improvements Group, supplies UPVC bay windows. All are double glazed, and provided with security locks. Finish may be white, or light or dark wood effect plastic.

Anglian Home Improvements is a leading supplier of UPVC bay windows. The bay windows have welded joints, which is a stronger method than screwing or bolting. The windows are normally supplied with a white internal finish, and external finish either white or in oak or mahogany wood effect.

DETAILED INFORMATION RESOURCES ON BAY WINDOWS

We recommend the following websites, with building product information including manufacturers' specs, standard specifications, and CAD details: Barbour Compendium, RIBA Product Selector Plus, ASC Bricsnet, Building Products Index, British Board of Agrément, British Standards Online.

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