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You need to consider the durability required of the window and the timber species you choose, construction type and finish. under the New Zealand building Code, windows are required to have a durability of not less than 15 years. Timber windows in New Zealand have come into common usage such as: western red cedar (imported). Radiata Pine (both clears and finger-jointed, the latter for paint finish only). A combination of timbers may be used in a window, for example, western red cedar for sashes and pine for frames and sills. The choice of material is largely determined by the type of finish required and the degree of exposure of the window. Joinery will perform better when made from a stable and durable timber such as western red cedar. window construction Mortise and tenon joints are still used as the primary sash stile-to-rail joint for most window types. This involves a tenon, or tongue, from the rail being fitted, glued and pinned into a slot in the stile . Moisture-cured polyurethane glue, which has good water resistance and retains its flexibility, is generally used for window joints. decorative finish Paint is the recommended finish for exterior windows as it affords the best protection against the effects of ultraviolet light and weathering generally. Semi-transparent and transparent finishes (stains) have limited durability.

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