Heritage-Style Casement with One Sash, Opening Outward

Custom Historic Timber Window with an Outward Swing

Outward-Opening Historic Window with 1 Side-Hinged Sash

Made to the dimensions provided for the opening, this timber window has 1 side-hinged sash that moves toward the exterior. Select oak or pine, a colour, a handle and a glazing-bar pattern, then choose 2-pane or 3-pane insulated glazing.

Warranty

5 years

Frame components

Outer frame 105 × 57 mm; sash frame 76 × 65 mm

Installation holes

14 mm

Glazing construction

Insulated glass unit with 2 or 3 panes

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How the outward swing works

The single side-hinged sash travels toward the outdoors. Because its arc remains outside, opening it does not require the same indoor sweep as an inward-moving sash. This may help when planning the room, but suitability still depends on the installation, furnishings and window coverings at the property.

Decide where you will stand to operate the window before finalizing the specification. The handle can be selected for appearance and practical reach, so include your preference in the quote request. The hardware specification names SPILKA and IPA; neither is presented as a separate handle-brand choice.

The required handle access depends on the room and on how the window will be used. Look for deep internal reveals, furniture or coverings that could impede operation. Outdoors, verify that the sash can complete its travel without meeting an obstruction. Examining the interior and exterior together can expose conflicts before an order is placed.

Treat timber surfaces, glass and rubber seals as separate materials when cleaning. Use suitable non-abrasive products, move the sash in a controlled manner and operate the handle gently. Also follow the maintenance guidance supplied for the chosen wood and colour treatment.

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How the frame parts are dimensioned

The stationary outer frame is fitted within the building opening, and the sash frame encloses the moving section. Measurements for both frames and the installation holes appear in the facts panel. Each figure applies only to its named component and is not a statement of the assembled window’s total dimensions.

Choose either oak or pine for the timber construction. The species differ in grain and natural appearance, and visible variation is an inherent feature of wood. Keep that character in mind when placing new work beside existing joinery. The colour selection can then be assessed in relation to the chosen species.

The assembled window incorporates the outer frame, sash frame, glazing, seals and hardware. Its hardware listing identifies SPILKA and IPA. Wood species, colour and handle remain selections to include in the enquiry. Separating those choices from the fixed construction details makes the specification easier to review.

Frame-profile figures describe individual construction parts, not the completed made-to-order size. Manufacturing dimensions must instead be established from the intended opening. Accurate planning therefore calls for measured site information and details of the surrounding construction in addition to the profile data.

The stated product details include CE marking and a 5-year commercial warranty, but those details do not determine the requirements for a Canadian project. The National Research Council publishes model codes; the code and regulations applicable at the site must be confirmed with the relevant province or territory. Ask the municipality and project professional what performance information or documents they need, and include those items in the enquiry.

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Checking the proposed opening

Inspect the physical opening before sending dimensions. With an exterior swing, clearance outdoors matters as much as the opening itself. Reveals, sills, railings, plants, nearby hardware and projecting building elements may obstruct the sash. At Canadian properties, examine whether seasonal snow or ice could also enter its path, using the conditions at the actual site rather than assuming permanent clearance.

Measure at several appropriate points and write down any variation. Openings in older buildings can have uneven edges, reveals and junctions, making a single reading unreliable. Also identify whether the project uses an existing opening, creates a new connection or replaces another window, since this context helps the measurements make sense.

Map the sash’s expected travel on the exterior. Note permanent obstacles, frequently used paths and immediately adjoining outdoor areas. Evaluating those conditions helps determine whether the operating direction is practical for everyday use in that position.

Document the indoor and outdoor faces with clear notes and photographs that show junctions, wall layers and nearby components. Images add context but cannot provide reliable measurements by themselves. Retain the photographs and measured figures as separate, complementary records.

Figures for the outer frame, sash frame and installation holes apply to those individual components and do not define the manufacturing size. The made-to-order window requires measured dimensions and relevant irregularities from the real opening. Settle questions about measurement, connections and fitting before purchase, while marking unverified details separately from confirmed readings.

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Bringing timber, colour and proportions together

The finished appearance develops from several related decisions. The sash sets the main composition, the glazing bars organize the glass, and the wood and colour connect the frame with its surroundings. Consider the elevation, adjoining windows and doors, and visible interior finishes as parts of the same design setting.

Oak and pine each have their own grain and surface character. Natural timber does not display the perfect uniformity of a printed or synthetic finish. Existing woodwork may be a helpful visual reference, but it cannot establish that the new surface will match exactly.

If a specific colour has already been selected, provide its reference; otherwise, explain the intended colour family clearly. Assess it against exterior materials, adjacent components and the view from indoors. A sample, code or comparable reference conveys the objective more accurately than a broad request for a match.

Bars running across the glass may echo horizontal façade lines, whereas upright bars emphasize vertical proportions. Using both directions creates a closer grid. These are observations about appearance only and do not represent a promise concerning room dimensions or measured daylight.

Because the handle is visible as well as functional, describe its operating and appearance requirements on a separate line. Coordinate it with the wood species, colour, glazing pattern and glass package. The specified black rubber seals are integral to the glazing and are not an independent colour option.

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Comparing related window and door formats

If the opening or elevation calls for a wider division, consider the historic model with 2 side-hinged sashes. It also opens toward the exterior and offers oak or pine together with a selection of glazing-bar patterns. The key distinction is its pair of operable sashes instead of the single sash used here.

The combination side-hung designs pair a fixed glazed section with an outward-moving sash. Both regular and historic versions are listed. The historic version is specified in oak or pine, while aluminium-clad alternatives are additionally available for the regular design. Review each model’s own bar arrangements because their configurations are not identical.

Other operating styles include a roof pivot window and vertical-axis pivot designs in 1-sash and 2-sash forms. The roof model uses pine with aluminium cladding and places the operating handle along the bottom. The vertical-axis versions open toward the exterior, are available in oak or pine, and can also be ordered with aluminium cladding.

For a low opening leading toward a patio, consider the related outward-moving patio doors with 1 sash. Oak and pine are offered for the historic version, while the regular design adds aluminium-clad alternatives. Depending on the model, the range includes glazed, barred and panelled arrangements.

First identify the basic format the project needs: 1 or 2 sashes, a fixed section paired with an opening sash, a roof unit, a pivot design or a patio door. Then compare the material, glass and pattern choices belonging to that particular family. Links to the related records appear below. Outward-Opening Historic Side-Hung Window with 2 Sashes, Combination Side-Hung Window, Opening Outward, Historic-Style Combination Side-Hung Window, Opening Outward, Roof Pivot Window, Outward-Opening Vertical-Axis Pivot Window, 1 Sash, Outward-Opening Vertical-Axis Pivot Window, 2 Sashes, 1-Sash Outward-Opening Patio Door, Historic-Style 1-Sash Outward-Opening Patio Door.

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Organize the details for your enquiry

Begin by naming the model precisely: “Outward-Opening Historic Window with 1 Side-Hinged Sash.” This distinguishes it from the combination, pivot and 2-sash designs.

Assemble the property information next. Include measurements taken carefully from the opening, notes on wall construction and junctions, and a record of visible irregularities. Clearly identify estimates or unresolved details instead of presenting them as verified dimensions.

Select either oak or pine and describe the required colour. Where possible, supply an established colour reference. If the new window must coordinate visually with existing façade materials, windows or doors, suitable photographs or samples can illustrate the intended relationship.

Indicate 2-pane or 3-pane insulated glazing and identify the selected bar arrangement using its listed quantities and orientations. Add the handle preference as its own item. SPILKA and IPA describe the window hardware; the enquiry does not require a choice between them as handle brands.

Conclude with any performance data or documents requested for the Canadian project. CE marking and a 5-year warranty are stated for the product, while site-specific requirements must be established separately. The enquiry should cover the model, opening conditions and measurements, wood species, colour, glazing, bar design, handle and any technical points that remain open.

Is each window custom-sized?

Yes. The window is manufactured to suit the project information provided. Send measured dimensions for the opening together with details of the proposed installation. Made-to-order production does not remove the need for a professional to assess the site and adjoining construction.

What timber can I specify?

You may select oak or pine. Each species has a different grain and natural appearance, so assess the choice in relation to the colour, glazing-bar design and existing materials at the property.

May I select the finish colour?

Yes. Supply a colour reference or clearly describe the intended direction. Review it against the façade, nearby doors and windows, and the interior view.

What insulated-glass configurations are offered?

Choose a unit with 2 panes or 3 panes. Each construction incorporates argon, reflective coating and a warm-edge spacer of the CHR type. Confirm the selection against the criteria established for the project.

Can glazing bars be added?

Yes. An option without bars is available, along with the listed patterns using horizontal bars, vertical bars or both orientations. Identify the design by its stated quantities so the requested layout is unambiguous.

May I specify a handle?

Yes. Include the desired appearance and operating characteristics in the enquiry. Consider the handle in relation to the wood species, colour, glazing package and bar design.

Does this window carry CE marking?

Yes. CE marking is stated in the supplied product information. For installation in Canada, separately determine which values and supporting documents are requested by the project professional, province or territory, and municipality.

What is the commercial warranty period?

A 5-year commercial warranty applies to this historic window with 1 side-hinged sash. The product information also states that it carries CE marking.

Prepare your window specification

Collect the opening measurements, site observations, wood selection, colour, glazing configuration, bar pattern and handle requirements. Send the information together so the choices for this made-to-order window can be assessed as one specification.