Timber windows. Fully finished factory-assembled windows of various types. Specification

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

31-12-2012

Language(s)

English

Published date

28-02-2009

Publisher

British Standards Institution

Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Window handing
5 Components
6 Appearance and finish
7 Fabrication
8 Glazing
9 Use, cleaning and maintenance
10 Security
11 Safety in case of fire
12 Safety in use
13 Weathertightness
14 Operation and strength characteristics
15 Hygiene, health and the environment
16 Acoustic performance
17 Energy conservation
18 Marking
Annexes
Annex A (informative) - Guidance on the evaluation of
conformity
Annex B (informative) - Durability and recycling
Annex C (normative) - Specification for handing
Annex D (informative) - Guidance for specifiers
Bibliography

Describes requirements for the design, construction and performance of fully finished and glazed factory-assembled timber windows of various types.

Committee	B/538/1
DevelopmentNote	Supersedes BS 644(2003) and 08/30143158 DC. (02/2009)
DocumentType	Standard
Pages	28
PublisherName	British Standards Institution
Status	Superseded
Supersedes	BS 644:2003

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