Hi all,
Just moved into a new flat and have had some probs with the windows. A few were blown, one handle didn't work and two of them stick on the latch plate when opening/closing. I got a guy in to sort it all out, and he did so, except for the sticking problem. He told me that it was a common problem with that type of window (quite large and hinged at the top). He said that the sheer weight of the glass causes the frame to bow, and that nothing can be done.
However, on closer inspection, I find that the worst window sticks only on one side and, after taking off the latch plate, it doesn't stick at all.
Is it possible to source a latch plate with a lower profile or, failing that would it be OK to grind about an eighth of an inch off the bottom of it?
Thanks in advance.
Just moved into a new flat and have had some probs with the windows. A few were blown, one handle didn't work and two of them stick on the latch plate when opening/closing. I got a guy in to sort it all out, and he did so, except for the sticking problem. He told me that it was a common problem with that type of window (quite large and hinged at the top). He said that the sheer weight of the glass causes the frame to bow, and that nothing can be done.
However, on closer inspection, I find that the worst window sticks only on one side and, after taking off the latch plate, it doesn't stick at all.
Is it possible to source a latch plate with a lower profile or, failing that would it be OK to grind about an eighth of an inch off the bottom of it?
Thanks in advance.