Browse Forums Windows & Doors 1 Aug 11, 2016 9:57 pm I'm pleased to have found this forum. Is it possible, in terms of regulations, to re-use old windows in new builds in Victoria? In particular, I want to 'recycle' a colonial style (multi pane upper sash) box bay window in a new habitable room, above a new garage. Is there anything in the current regulations that would preclude me doing this? Likewise, is it 'legal' to use old leadlight windows in 'new' work. In this case, I want to install period leadlight windows into my 1920s era house. Re: Using old leadlight and 'colonial' windows in new build. 2Aug 12, 2016 4:35 pm Spoke wit Wes at http://www.glasscraftsman.com.au Very helpful with advice. He certainly understands the relevant Australian Standards. I will be engaging him to check out my leaded sashes and do whatever refurbishment is necessary to bring them up to 'as new' condition before I fit them. Posting this here in case it is of use for others. Barry56 I'm pleased to have found this forum. Is it possible, in terms of regulations, to re-use old windows in new builds in Victoria? In particular, I want to 'recycle' a colonial style (multi pane upper sash) box bay window in a new habitable room, above a new garage. Is there anything in the current regulations that would preclude me doing this? Likewise, is it 'legal' to use old leadlight windows in 'new' work. In this case, I want to install period leadlight windows into my 1920s era house. Re: Using old leadlight and 'colonial' windows in new build. 3Aug 13, 2016 1:54 pm The decision whether windows can be reused depends upon the standards as you say... but these are not as straightforward as it would appear.. AS1288 is easy enough, the glass must meet the standard (I assume that the leadlight will simply be secondary to the supporting glass). The problem is AS2047. This requires a physical test, one window is tested at the largest size supplied, including all components. This type test is used to verify that identically manufactured windows will comply. Thee windows are then labelled as compliant. They are the rules, and if the council asks for certification and you have none, it is possible they won't approve it... I would talk to the council, not mentioning what I have said, to ensure you won't be in hot water. So, just ask the question as posed here then decide... Australian Standards – what they mean to you Under the Building Code of Australia, window manufacturers are required to produce windows and doors that meet mandatory minimum specifications under Australian Standard (AS) 2047 including - [ul][li]AS1288. Windows made from timber, aluminium, uPVC or other materials must undergo the following performance tests to verify product performance claims to AS2047:[/li] [li]AS4420.2 Deflection Test – positive and negative wind pressures are applied to the face of the window to test the maximum deflection under wind load.[/li] [li]AS4420.3 Operating Force Test – to verify that an opening sash is capable of opening and closing without undue effort.[/li] [li]AS4220.4 Air In filtration Test – the air leakage of a window is tested to ensure energy and acoustic efficiency.[/li] [li]AS4420.5 Water Penetration Resistance Test – to verify that no water leaks through the window into the building.[/li] [li]AS4420.6 Ultimate Strength Test – negative and positive wind pressures are applied to the window to at least 1.5 times the design wind pressure to ensure it does not fail in unusual wind conditions.[/li][/ul] "ECOECO" At 'EcoEco', we design windows, we design the best windows, we do it for you, so that when you’re happy we are happy. Tel. 1800 326 326 0 2004 Hi all Am new to this forum. I want to get some ideas/info about how to manage an 80 year old factory restoration to convert to a residence. The factory floor is concrete… 0 6338 Broker here - legislation says that every true broker must put the clients best interests before theirs so in theory they must offer you the best options for you on their… 2 46003 |