What to do with this very small window?

[gotoPzero]

I have one bad window on my house, the previous owner has had all the windows and doors on this aspect replaced but they left this tiny little window probably because of its size. Its about the size of a sheet of A4 paper, maybe a bit smaller.

Anyone got any suggestions on how to either replace it or what to do? Its basically totally rotten. Its so far in the rebate (if thats the right word) it does not really get any rain or water.

On the other side of the window is just a store room, its restricted height, we dont really have any plans to use this room for anything so in theory we could block it off but I think that might be a bit of a shame to do.



Anyone dealt with anything similar?

[BoRED S2upid]

Just get a new window for it? UPVC probably no need for it to open.

[gotoPzero]

Can you get UPVC units that small?

[Petrus1983]

My parents have a similar window and came up with a nice solution. Ironically I'm on my way there now so I'll post a photo later.

[valiant]

We’ve a similar issue.

All windows replaced by previous owner except the toilet and bathroom one which is annoyingly high up adding to the complexity.

Watching with interest.

[Bluevanman]

Google suggests the smallest standard size in uPVC is 488 x 450mm

Edited by Bluevanman on Saturday 5th October 10:30

[bennno]

Just get local UPVC plate our to quote for a replacement window - id guess it'll be £250-£300

If you want wood then check our Jeld Wens web site once you've measured it - they will probably supply one that size for you to fit and glaze.

[BoRED S2upid]

gotoPzero said:

Can you get UPVC units that small?

Yeah sure you can they can make them any size.

[BoRED S2upid]

This used to be a full size window but the extension cut across it you either take a chunk out of the rest of or get a tiny window made.

[OutInTheShed]

UPVC Frame would be too wide fot a window that small.

You could make a simple wooden frame.
Wood preserver and paint it should do 20 years.

[Watcher of the skies]

Aluminium window frames are much slimmer than upvc so that might be worth considering.

[sherman]

I would be tempted to get a stained glass plate made up and set in. It wont cost much different and will add intrest to the nook.

[thepritch]

As above, I’m 99% certain your average upvc supplier will need at least 300mm min dimension.

Do you need double glazing in that area?

I’d :

1. Contact window firms to rule out minimum size. Look at aluminum frames suppliers as they might be able to make smaller units.

2 consider making your own wooden frame. You can source profiles easily and make your own frame with relative ease. Fit a toughened sheet of single glass in the traditional way (with putty and beading) and you’ll have something sorted quite quickly

3. Is there any scope in the room behind to open up an aperture in the interior wall that’s larger than the current frame size, so you could build in a frame that would be hidden from outside, but allow you to fit a ‘frameless’ window. Then from inside rebuild and plaster. Your glazing will look seamless and losing the visible frame you’d gain light. Could be double glazed.

[gotoPzero]

Thanks all, its about 10 inches x 15 inches.

I think thats just about ok for a UPVC, had a look online seems 300mm is the smallest. I think from inside (good tip) will work @ 300x400 or so.

Seems to be about £50-60 for the unit.

Will do some thinking!!

[Fatboy]

thepritch said:

As above, I’m 99% certain your average upvc supplier will need at least 300mm min dimension.

Do you need double glazing in that area?

I’d :

1. Contact window firms to rule out minimum size. Look at aluminum frames suppliers as they might be able to make smaller units.

2 consider making your own wooden frame. You can source profiles easily and make your own frame with relative ease. Fit a toughened sheet of single glass in the traditional way (with putty and beading) and you’ll have something sorted quite quickly

3. Is there any scope in the room behind to open up an aperture in the interior wall that’s larger than the current frame size, so you could build in a frame that would be hidden from outside, but allow you to fit a ‘frameless’ window. Then from inside rebuild and plaster. Your glazing will look seamless and losing the visible frame you’d gain light. Could be double glazed.

You could easily get a double glazed unit made up by any.local window manufacturer and make your own slimline wooden frame...
Less than £100 for a double glazed unit that size...

[dudleybloke]

sherman said:

I would be tempted to get a stained glass plate made up and set in. It wont cost much different and will add intrest to the nook.

I like this idea, could have a bit of fun with it.

[R6tty]

Fatboy said:

You could easily get a double glazed unit made up by any.local window manufacturer and make your own slimline wooden frame...
Less than £100 for a double glazed unit that size...

Just bought one. Min order size 1/3 square meter, £27.

[dickymint]

gotoPzero said:

Thanks all, its about 10 inches x 15 inches.

I think thats just about ok for a UPVC, had a look online seems 300mm is the smallest. I think from inside (good tip) will work @ 300x400 or so.

Seems to be about £50-60 for the unit.

Will do some thinking!!

Try these.............


https://www.modernupvcwindows.co.uk/window-designe...

[Petrus1983]

sherman said:

I would be tempted to get a stained glass plate made up and set in. It wont cost much different and will add intrest to the nook.

This -

[J6542]

If you manage to buy a upvc window the size you need, make sure you buy it already glazed and just wedge it in the hole, since you will never manage to glaze if after fitting.