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Secondary Glazing - Lift Outs

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SYSTEM OPTIONS

Lift Out Secondary Glazing Systems

A reduced range of lift out secondary glazing systems designed to suit different fixing methods, frame preferences and installation requirements, while keeping the operation simple and easy to use.

Economy Odd Leg Lift Out Secondary Glazing System
Face Fix Only

Economy Odd Leg System

A practical and cost-effective lift out secondary glazing option that is quick to install and ideal where a simple face fixed solution is required.

Operation: Lift Out Fixing: Face Fix Frame: Economy Odd Leg
  • Lift out panels are removable for cleaning.
  • Panels can be replaced with flyscreens during the summer.
  • Panels feature a hand rail along the bottom edge to aid lifting.
  • Quick and easy to install, and our most affordable lift out system.
Slim-line Equal Leg Lift Out Secondary Glazing System
Face Fix / Reveal Fix

Slim-line Equal Leg System

A neater all-aluminium lift out system with trims for a cleaner finish, ideal where a slimmer and more refined appearance is preferred.

Operation: Lift Out Fixing: Face Fix / Reveal Fix Frame: Slim-line Equal Leg
  • Slim all-aluminium system with trims for a clean and attractive finish.
  • Lift out panels are removable for cleaning.
  • Panels can be replaced with flyscreens during the summer.
  • Panels feature a hand rail along the bottom edge to aid lifting.
Luxury Subframe Lift Out Secondary Glazing System
Face Fix / Reveal Fix

Luxury Subframe System

A more substantial lift out system with a timber subframe and trims, designed to provide a traditional, more finished appearance.

Operation: Lift Out Fixing: Face Fix / Reveal Fix Frame: Luxury Subframe
  • Includes a wooden subframe and trims for a clean and attractive finish.
  • Lift out panels are removable for cleaning.
  • Panels can be replaced with flyscreens during the summer.
  • Panels feature a hand rail along the bottom edge to aid lifting.
GLASS OPTIONS

Secondary Glazing Glass Specification

A range of glass options designed to improve thermal performance, sound insulation, safety and privacy depending on your project requirements.

Glass Type Thickness Best For Key Benefits
Float Glass (Annealed) 4mm Standard use Good improvement in sound and thermal insulation
Obscure / Patterned Glass 4mm Privacy areas Maintains light while increasing privacy (bathrooms, bedrooms)
Toughened Glass 4mm Safety glazing Increased strength and security over standard float glass
Float Glass (Annealed) 6mm Larger panels Improved sound & thermal performance with greater strength
Toughened Glass 6mm Safety + larger sizes Stronger glass with added safety and security
Laminated Safety Glass 6.4mm Security & insulation High safety performance with improved sound and thermal insulation
Acoustic Glass 6.8mm Noise reduction Significant improvement in sound insulation
Double Glazed Unit 20mm Maximum performance Extreme thermal and acoustic performance (Heavy Duty system only)
COLOUR OPTIONS

Frame Finishes

Available in a selection of standard finishes, or any RAL colour to suit your project.

HIPCA White KL9910 Semi-Gloss
Van Dyke Brown BS08B29 Gloss
Silver Anodised Finish

Any RAL Colour

Choose from over 200 RAL colours for a fully bespoke finish. RAL finishes are special order and may extend lead times.

View RAL Chart
TECHNICAL DETAILS

Lift Out Secondary Glazing Technical

Technical guidance for our lift out secondary glazing systems, including recommended sizes, frame dimensions and sightline information for each frame option.

Economy Odd Leg System

Face Fix
Min. Width (mm)
300
Max. Width (mm)
1500+
Min. Height (mm)
400
Max. Height (mm)
1600+
Outerframe Depth (mm)
20
Sash Depth (mm)
13
Glass (mm)
4 - 6.8
Largest Distance to Visible Glass (mm)
63

Slim-line Equal Leg System

Face Fix / Reveal Fix
Min. Width (mm)
300
Max. Width (mm)
1500+
Min. Height (mm)
400
Max. Height (mm)
1600+
Outerframe Depth (mm)
TBA
Sash Depth (mm)
13
Glass (mm)
4 - 6.8
Largest Distance to Visible Glass (mm)
TBA

Luxury Subframe System

Face Fix / Reveal Fix
Min. Width (mm)
300
Max. Width (mm)
1200+
Min. Height (mm)
400
Max. Height (mm)
1600+
Outerframe Depth (mm)
31
Sash Depth (mm)
13
Glass (mm)
4 - 6.8
Largest Distance to Visible Glass (mm)
50
Subframe Depths (mm)
SF1: 39 / SF3: 55 / SF4: 69
Important: Sizes shown are for guidance only. Maximum widths can vary depending on height, and vice versa. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
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Luxury Subframe: Three different subframe depths are available — SF1 39mm, SF3 55mm and SF4 69mm. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
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BROCHURES

Product Literature

Download specification sheets and full product brochures.

Secondary Glazing

Secondary Glazing Specification Guide

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Secondary Glazing Measuring Guide

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Secondary Glazing OCM

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Secondary Glazing Installation Guide

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Secondary Glazing

Lift Out - Economy Odd Leg

PDF • 0.2 MB Download
Secondary Glazing

Lift Out - Luxury Subframe

PDF • 0.2 MB Download
Secondary Glazing

Lift Out - Medium Duty (FRAMELESS)

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