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Window certification AS1288

Category: Windows
Hey, there is this imported window with a good price. But I am a bit confused about the window and glass certification. I know that window has to certify AS2047, and glass has to certify AS 1288. ...

Cleaning & removing oil paint - Low E glass windows and doors

Category: Windows
Could you please advise of the best way to clean and remove a few paint marks from my Low E class windows and doors? This paint is oil based. Thankyou in advance fr your assistance. Regards Terese

Safety glass

Category: Windows
I had my home built in Queensland in 2009. Right next to the front door is a long narrow piece of glass. It looks like a plain piece with no labels on it. I was going to replace it for a different ...

Windows certification

Category: Windows
Hi there, I've received a quote from a double glazed window supplier with a very attractive price to replace my home windows. I know these windows are made overseas. Should they comply to any ...

Toughened Safety Glass for BAL-19 bushfire area

Category: Windows
If the BAL rating for our home is BAL-19, is it correct that toughened safety glass must be used on all windows that are within 400mm of the ground? What about my windows that are situated up much ...

Kitchen Window

Category: Windows
Hi, I have a newly built home where the window in the kitchen has three panels; one doesn't open and the other two open out, as I have an oven right underneath the window. In your opinion, should ...

Bathroom Windows

Category: Windows
I am wondering if there are any regulations that stipulate that bathroom windows must be "frosted"?

Window glass - safety glass

Category: Windows
I would like to replace second storey windows with Aluminium windows - the window size is 1650 height X 2160 width, it is 500cm above the floor. Do I need a safty glass for the windows? Thank you.

Glazing options

Category: Windows
Can you advise if there are any glazing options in a BAL 29 situation? Is 5-6mm toughened the only glass permitted? Can one get 6mm laminate, or instance, or double glazing? What tests have ...

Changing normal glass to Low-E

Category: Windows
Hi, I was just wondering whether it is possible to change existing new glass windows to conform to Low E without replacing the glass?? Thanks Chris

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