A range of publications covering timber windows.
Member Level
NEW FOR JULY 2017 – The publication covers the relevant standards for weather tightness, how to determine what performance level is required, and what needs to be considered before testing takes place.
Here you can download and complete a BIM Product Data Template for Wood Window Units
For the woodworking sector, Part Q introduced new requirements for the security rating of doors and windows in new build homes (including new homes created by a change of use such as a barn conversion).
This is a proposed Appendix that describes a bespoke timber window that would be deemed to satisfy Requirement Q1.
After build completion, there is often dirt on the exteriors of the installed timber windows that needs to be removed. If pressure washers are used, the water and dirt can produce a highly abrasive mixture that can damage the paintwork, glass, hardware and seals.
Recommendations when placing orders for Insulating Glass Units (including Narrow Cavity Units)
This document is one of a series of BWF Guides covering aspects of the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007 (CDM 2007) came into force on 6 April 2007 and its application to works carried out by BWF Members.
Timber windows produced by Members of the British Woodworking Federation are accurate components designed and manufactured using the best available techniques to produce performance rated components. The way they are handled and stored on site can affect their long-term performance. Good practice avoids damage, maintains quality and saves money.
Guide to the selection, application and testing of end grain sealants for timber windows. It also proposes a simple test, which can be used to identify suitable materials, both proprietary and general products and that will also confirm whether a full decorative coating system is suitable to seal end grain timber
General advice on the procedures that are carried out during the manufacture of timber windows and the effect of poor protection or changes in climatic conditions can have on the windows in service.
Good practice guidance for installing timber windows which avoid damage maintains quality and saves money.
This guide is intended to explain briefly the relationship between the British Standard for timber windows, BS 644, and the European Product Standard for windows, BS EN 14351-1.
