What Are Window Restrictors and When Do You Need Them? A window restrictor limits how far an opening sash can move. An appropriate arrangement can help reduce the risk of someone falling through an open window, but its suitability depends on the window, the people who can reach it and the space outside. The presence […]
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Are Juliet Balconies Worth It on a First-Floor Extension? A Juliet balcony can be worthwhile where a guarded full-height opening improves the outlook and use of a first-floor room. It provides no outdoor floor space, so its value should be judged through the room, view and complete construction rather than the expectation of a terrace. […]
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How Low Can a Window Sill Be Before It Needs Guarding? A low window can give a seated person a better view, connect a room with its landscape and change the proportions of an elevation. The safety question begins when that arrangement also creates a potential route for a fall. Sill height is part of […]