I might just pull the frame out and rebuild it as the glazing units are in perfect condition as it seems a waist to bin them. I have 3 windows that need sorted as they are battered by the wind and rain
. A good winter project I suppose.
Has anyone found a supplier who can make PVC windows to measure but also can accept existing double glazing units? I need a few new windows to replace
rotten wooden ones but want to spend as little cash as possible. I'm quite happy to fit them. Failing that I may just build new wooden frames but
like the idea of PVC.
Cheers
Bit confused, but I think you are hoping to reuse the DG glass units from the rotten wooden frames?
I doubt that is a great idea, they have a limited life before they start to leak. And the DG units are not terribly expensive. (a typical unit I pay
about £30, down here in the expensive SE) On top of that, the current DG units are mainly 28mm, but in wooden frames they are often thinner.
uPVC windows seem to have got a bit more expensive. I am off to fit 4 today (no pay, for my MIL) and they are all replacing 70s casement windows. 3
are 4' square, the last is 4x6
Total window cost was £1500 from Window Store, but prices seem to be pretty consistent across suppliers.
Of course, to fit a wndow you are supposed to be FENSA registered, or get building control to sign it off. I reckon I fit windows to a higher std than
most "professional" fitters who are paid per window. Seen some shocking jobs. Plenty fixed just with foam.
Mr Whippy
If you're wanting to re-use the glass you've got into new uPVC frames then I'd not bother. Just get 2-3 local window companies to
quote you for supply and fit f uPVC frames with glass. The glaazing will be right up to modern specs and probably triple glazed so quieter and save
you on heat loss.
Reusing the glass you've got means it will fail and need replacing sooner = more cost and hassle.
Just had to replace a glazing unit I managed to dreak mowing the lawn (mower kicked up a flint). New glazing unit was £120 and fitted in under 30
minutes, including removing the old broken mess.
Cheers for the reply's. I'm quite happy to fit the windows as I built the whole house plus another 3 of them of this style.
I might just pull the frame out and rebuild it as the glazing units are in perfect condition as it seems a waist to bin them. I have 3 windows that
need sorted as they are battered by the wind and rain . A good winter project I suppose.
If you could use PVC the section size will differ meaning larger or smaller overall Dims that's if the glazing is the same thickness.
There is also a major shortage of PVC section so window manufactures are really struggling at the moment.
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Originally posted by roadrunner
If you could use PVC the section size will differ meaning larger or smaller overall Dims that's if the glazing is the same thickness.
There is also a major shortage of PVC section so window manufactures are really struggling at the moment.
