Double glazed bathroom window locking mechanism broken & it's stuck in locked position. Some 'play' at the bottom (it can be pushed a little), but top is completely locked into tight closed position.
Called out window repairers (on Trust A Trader), they managed to get it open, replaced parts & all seemed OK..........only it wasn't! I had no idea it was no longer going to be 'like for like'. All my other windows have what I believe is known as Night Vent Position. It is either totally closed & locked, or it can be opened about 1 1/2cms & locked in that position.
Allowing an element of air circulation in the bathroom to disperse steam & still safe when we're out. We like that it's still locked because there's a porch below, handy for a burglar to stand on!
Realised later that the secondary position is removed. There is no 'latch' to the central section any more, it's a straight aluminium strip from top to bottom. So although the 'receiving' position for 1 1/2cm opening & locking, the ability to use it is gone. Fitter has told me that's all that is available nowadays, what we have isn't made any more!
Can't add photo's as message says "file is too big". So from description above can anyone confirm that this was indeed 'all that could be done', or was it just the cheapest or least difficult option for them?