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| Internal Preparation |
Steps 1-6 |
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| Prepare Tools |
Before commencing the installation of a roof window, be sure you have the relevant
safety equipment and correct tools to hand. It will make a big difference
to you!
NB if the rafters are open and visible, proceed to step
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| Internal Preparation
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| Measuring |
Inside the roofspace it is possible that the rafters are faced with gypsum or other
covering. If this is the case it is important to establish the correct place
in which to make a hole. By measuring from an external wall one can accurately
determine the position of the window in relation to the outside.
See positioning guide |
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| Internal Preparation 2/13 |
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| Marking out |
Once an approximate position has been determined, it should be marked out accordingly.
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| Internal Preparation 3/13 |
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| Pilot hole |
A pilot hole should be cut out and removed to allow for more accurate measurement.
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| Internal Preparation 4/13 |
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| Locate rafters |
By inserting a rule either side of the pilot hole, the rafters can be located and marked out.
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| Internal Preparation 5/13 |
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| Rafter edge |
It is useful to work from the inside edge of a rafter, so as to minimise unnecessary framing out of the window.
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| Internal Preparation 6/13 |
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| Internal Preparation |
Steps 1-6 |
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1-6 | 7-13 |
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