Hayman Joinery - Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ's

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Q. Do you use sustainable materials? A. All our timber is purchased from companies that our committed to providing high quality products from well managed sources to ensure that the supporting sustainable forestry.
Q. Do you refurbish products? A. We often carry out works to existing products such as repairing rotten windows and doors and restoring to their previous condition. It is however sometimes more cost effective to renew damaged items completely, which is a service we can provide by matching the existing exactly This is all dependent on the actual item, which we can view and provide advice.
Q. What do I need to do before contacting Hayman Joinery? A. We can basically purpose manufacture anything you may require in timber. If you are in a position to simply replace existing windows, doors or staircases - call us and we can arrange to make a visit to provide you with a quotation. If you are not in our area you could send us some sketches and details on what you require and we can provide you with a quotation based on these.
Q. Does Hayman Joinery have its own workshop? A. We have a large purpose built joinery shop where all our work is carried out. We employ our own excellent tradesmen who are committed to providing first class joinery products.
Q. I have single glazed timber windows and would like them replaced with double glazed windows is this possible? A. Yes it is possible to manufacture windows to receive double glazed units. There has been changes to the Part "L" of the building regulations, which refers to the insulation values. Windows must now be carried out to this new building regulation to ensure that heat loss is kept to a opening. This relates to any window or door where the total area of glazing which is more than 50% of the overall products, which vary in thickness and technical make-up. This can have an effect on the size of glazing bars and timber profiles generally as these need to be increased to accommodate larger glass sizes. There are exemptions to this regulation and where buildings are listed or have historical value it is often worth contacting your local planning or building regulation department to find out whether you need to comply with this new regulation.
Q. Does this regulation make the windows more expensive? A. Due to advanced technology in double glazed units it is now possible to keep the double glazing relatively thin which in turn reduces the size of the timber profile. We have been manufacturing double glazed timber windows for many years and the new regulation has made little difference to the overall cost of the windows. The only item to consider is that there will be a fee required to be paid to the local authority who will then in turn will make an inspection during the replacement windows.
Q. Does this apply when Haymans supply only the windows and doors? A. Hayman Joinery mainly carries out the supply only service, however we can provide a quotation to install the products that we manufacture. The building regulations only apply only to those carrying out the installation itself it is the installer`s obligation to ensure they are carried to necessary regulations. We can obviously provide advice on whether this regulation will be necessary.
Q. I need a new staircase but I am not sure if it will fit in the area I need it? A. There is a long list of building regulation requirements with regard to staircases and we are fully conversant with all regulations, we can visit the site and take necessary measurements and ensure that the staircase will fit and comply. It may be necessary on occasions for adjustments to be made on site to ensure the staircase can be correctly fitted. Normally there are various options available with regard to position of stairs.
Q. Should I use softwood or hardwood? A. The choice of materials is down to a number of factors. Your own personal preference with regard to appearance, colour and graining, etc., durability type of decoration and the actual application of the product. For example if you were choosing to have new windows replaced and they were to be decorated we would recommend using softwood treated timber. The windows are firstly manufactured and then sent to be double vacuum treated which provides the timber with a life expectancy of approximately 30 years. This is similar to a life expectancy of some hardwoods but the cost is considerably less. Please refer to our material section to help in choosing the timber. Certain hardwoods are not durable and therefore not suitable for use in areas where they will exposed to the elements.
Q. Will my chosen timber move and distort? A. Timber is a natural product and is subject to movement when exposed to different conditions such as different temperatures and moisture levels. Some timbers are more stable than others and we can provide advice on the best product for the situation in which you wish to use it. All our timber is stored inside and the moisture content is within British Standard requirements. We can generally provide advice on any element of your potential joinery project whether it be the style and appearance or the weatherproofing detail and the timber to be used.

"Thank you for your assistance in this and also please pass on our appreciation to those members of staff involved with the fitting etc."

Mr R J C Davey
Joinery Customer


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