Even though we use tend to use smaller bricks upvc window sizes have also been made to fit bricks that are 300mm long according to an eu directive.
Upvc window measurements.
These guidelines are to help you measure for a new upvc window and make an accurate measurement.
Standard upvc window widths are.
The measurements need to include the window s frame the windowsill and if you have any frame extensions these should be included too.
The width of the upvc window sizes can be more complicated.
Each dimension has to be measured three times.
Measure the opening outside on both the height and width.
488mm 630mm 915mm 1 200mm and 1 770mm.
Upvc frames were originally made to fit bricks that were 215mm long.
The projection of the bow will need to be measured internally from the inside back span of the window to the inside point of the window frame as below.
How to measure a upvc window.
Upvc window measuring step by step 1.
Height is measured on the left side in the centre and on the right side.
Measure the height and width of the aperture.
Guide for measuring your windows windows are usually measured from the brickwork opening from the outside of the property always in millimetres mm.
Measuring the standard upvc window it should immediately be noted that you should measure your window from the outside of your home as this will give you a more accurate depiction of the window s size.
Firstly measure the width brickwork to brickwork in three places top middle and bottom and deduct approximately 10mm from your smallest measurement.
Width is measured at the top central part and at the bottom.
Measure each individual window facet internally from one edge of the frame to the other.
The height will need to be measured externally brick to brick including any existing cill.