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Essential Window and Door Hardware Guide for use with Accoya
21 September 2022
All wood types contain organic acids varying in amount between species, Accoya has a similar level to oak and western cedar which, in moist conditions, may accelerate water-induced corrosion in metals. So if you’re using Accoya to manufacture windows and doors, it’s essential to understand what hardware is recommended.
Take a look below and discover products best suited when using Accoya.
Accoya states that Stainless Steel would be preferred when possible. However the industry standard is that most window espagnolette bolts and multi-point door locks are zinc coated mild steel, with some including brass or stainless steel face plates. Locks are also available with special coatings to help with corrosion resistance. We have recommended the below a Stainless Steel and coated products for use with Accoya windows and doors.
COATED OPTION
Roto hardware is coated as standard with the best-in-class NanoSil Level 6 surface protection. The micro crystalline structure is designed to provide protection to parts such as rivets and hinge components as well as flat surfaces. This market-leading coating copes with extreme fluctuations in temperature and humidity easily exceeding all current UK corrosion resistance criteria.
Roto hardware has been tested and approved for use with Accoya wood. So you can be assured these Roto espag bolts are the perfect solution for your Accoya windows.
STAINLESS STEEL OPTION
Yale/Securistyle Stainless Steel Espagnolette Bolt
The Securistyle Stainless Steel Espag Bolt has a robust bi-directional cam that’s smooth to operate and easy to maintain.
• Extra pin to reinforce Mushroom
• 96 hours salt spray tested
• BS 7950, BS EN 1670, Class 4 corrosion performance
• 22mm backset with 7.7mm mushroom
• Tested to PAS24
• 12 Year Guarantee
VIPER MULTI-POINT DOOR LOCK FOR FRONT ENTRANCE AND FRENCH DOORS
The ERA Viper Multipoint Door lock is the best multipoint lock on the market and used by top joineries throughout the UK. It is the perfect solution for single and french doors, with major benefits over other locks. Great for use with Accoya due to it’s stainless steel face plate and drive bar.
KEY FEATURES
• 1870mm minimum height for fully shot french doors.
• PAS24 accredited for single and french doors to achieve Part Q compliance.
• Face plate and drive bar manufactured in Stainless Steel.
• Bi-directional gearbox.
• Easy installation with full flush adjustment on every locking point.
• Double laminated security shootbolts on master and slave doors.
• Both locks split spindle as standard which saves on setup time.
• 45mm backset for slave and master.
HINGES & FIXINGS
We would recommend our Yale friction hinges for Accoya windows as they are made from ferritic stainless steel. We can also supply austenitic grade stainless steel friction hinges for extra protection. For fixing friction hinges we also advise using our stainless steel screws which were specifically designed for this task. Which is ideal for properties in coastal locations.
Our door hinge recommendation would be our SOX Atom Stainless Steel hinges as they have an extra coating and has passed a UKAS approved 240 hour salt spray test.
Deventer weatherseals provide excellent weather performance and can offer additional advantages including:
- Eliminate air leaks
- Reduce noise
- Improve overall energy performance
Deventer weatherseals have been tested and approved for use on Accoya wood.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS
Even when using stainless steel / corrosion resistant locks or locks with Roto’s Nansil finish the following precautions should be taken and all are based on creating a barrier between metal and the wood.
- Cut-outs, such as lock housings, should be fully end grain sealed including spindle and cylinder lock cut-outs. Ideally, the whole length of the euro groove for espagnolette and shoot bolts should be fully end grain sealed ready for an application of paint.
- Further protection can be achieved by spraying the lock and mechanism with either PTFE or lithium grease.
Recommended Product
White Lithium Grease with PTFE
- Lubricates and protects moving parts
- PTFE reduces friction
- Ideal for use with Accoya
- Long-lasting protection against corrosion and wear
- Operating temperatures: -20°C – +140°C
- 500ml
If you'd like to discuss recommended hardware for use with Accoya then please contact us and we'll be happy to help.