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Timber Sash Windows With Safety Features
When you are looking either to replace the existing windows in your home, or if you are planning a new residence, you may wish to consider getting timber sash windows installed. These windows are very attractive and have various advantages over other window types.
Wooden window frames have a natural beauty that is hard to be matched, even if manufacturers produce such products as woodgrain uPVC in an effort to persuade homeowners that they can have the best of both worlds. Other advantages windows such as timber sash windows include the fact that they can have a much longer life than uPVC windows, are stronger in the framework and are more suited in buildings that are of interest architecturally.
However before you select any window you will want to consider their safety features and this also applies to a timber sash window. There are various safety features that can be incorporated into double glazed timber sash windows and if you are interested in windows from a manufacturing company you can insist on these features being included.
Safety Window Stays: These ensure that a window that is opened accidently or if the person opening the window loses his grip, then the window will not open more than 45 degrees. This is important as it helps prevent injury if a heavy window opens suddenly.
Window Cam Catches: In addition to sash window locks these help prevent a potential intruder from gaining access through the window. Cam catches have been developed to a high degree and can be obtained for use by both persons who are left or right handed. As a high percentage of home burglaries are perpetrated through accessible windows, it is important that these security features are considered for your sash timber windows. These catches can be used on traditional sash windows or on timber sliding sash windows also.
Limit Stops: These are a very important safety feature and are especially appropriate for rooms that children may occupy unattended, such as their bedroom. They comprise small and unobtrusive stops that will not allow the window to be opened more than a certain distance, perhaps 100mm. It is important that not all of the windows in the home are set up in this manner as there has to be escape routes from the home in the event of an emergency.
If you are considering purchasing sash timber windows, ensure that the above safety and security features are built into the particular windows that you are interested in. If they are not listed in the quotation discuss the matter with the manufacturers and see if they will include the omitted features. However if you are looking at quality timber sash windows, then it would be surprising if these features are not already listed.
