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by a6windows
Tue Sep 09, 2008 7:12 pm
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: Tilt turn window mechanism sticking
Replies: 6
Views: 20082

how is the opener for alignment with the frame check this first if it is out this will be causing your problem .is the sash striking the lock reciever in the outer frame.if it is the type with hinge at the bottom with a white cover remove cover and at bottom side of hinge you will see an allen key b...
by a6windows
Sat Sep 06, 2008 6:17 pm
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: child proofing a upvc front door
Replies: 2
Views: 3399

the only way you will fit a chain is to drill door and frame
by a6windows
Mon Aug 25, 2008 10:20 pm
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: UPVC door cills
Replies: 1
Views: 3222

yes low threshold alluminium cills are available
by a6windows
Mon Aug 25, 2008 10:19 pm
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: A quote for 8 VEKA uPVC windows, 2m x 90cm approx?
Replies: 2
Views: 4366

i would say that around £450 is about right 7.7k for them is ott
by a6windows
Sun Aug 17, 2008 9:16 pm
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: Where can I buy drainage baffles / round plugs from?
Replies: 1
Views: 3095

these are known in the trade as face drain caps i would just call in at a local window manufacturer maybee take one of yours with you and ask if you can buy some
by a6windows
Sun Aug 17, 2008 12:06 am
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: Front UPVC Door warping when sun shines on it.
Replies: 3
Views: 20127

you could try drilling a 10mm hole in the top of the door sash this stops the air trapped in the sash heating up and allows it instaed to escape.as said before its not uncommon for woodgrain doors to expand especially if there south facing
by a6windows
Sat Aug 16, 2008 2:34 pm
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: Prices
Replies: 2
Views: 4569

white upvc double glazed with one opener id say around £300
by a6windows
Sat Aug 16, 2008 2:32 pm
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: Help! No Certificate for Double Glazing
Replies: 2
Views: 5346

if the windows were fitted before april 2002 the a certificate is not required explain this to your solicitor and that you dont have the original bill
by a6windows
Sat Aug 16, 2008 2:29 pm
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: am i worrying to much about badly fitted windows?
Replies: 8
Views: 18342

it seems like you have problems both with the actual measuring up of your job and the fitting of the work .building control may charge for a visit but would be worth your expense .with hold monies until you are satisfied
by a6windows
Sat Aug 16, 2008 2:13 pm
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: Converting single glazed upvc windows to double glazing
Replies: 1
Views: 7160

are there any names on the window frame profile ?that is your only way of getting beading for your windows
by a6windows
Sat Aug 16, 2008 2:10 pm
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: DOUBLE GLAZING WINDOWS DIFFICULT TO OPEN
Replies: 2
Views: 5042

it sounds like the sashes both on the windows and doors havent been what in the trade is termed towed and healed
by a6windows
Sat Aug 16, 2008 2:07 pm
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: Polishing scratches out
Replies: 3
Views: 4858

you could try jewellers rouge this is used in glass manufacture but depends on how bad scratches are
by a6windows
Sat Aug 16, 2008 2:05 pm
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: leaded light windows
Replies: 3
Views: 6845

dont know were you are in the country but a place in manchester called magden sell to public
by a6windows
Sat Aug 16, 2008 2:00 pm
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: UPVC DOOR LOCK
Replies: 3
Views: 10220

you could try pushing a fine sowing needle in the barrell from the other side .if you have a spare key you are ok then.if that doesnt work then the barrel needs drilling use a 6mm drill bit and drill were the key would go towards the bottom of the slot this will release the pins the barrel then need...
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