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Unsurprisingly, the original metal windows at the school
were not fit for purpose and the time came to replace
them. This required great sensitivity as it was imperative
that the new windows looked as similar as possible to the
originals.
glazed or insulated glass units. This makes the range
perfect for Listed Buildings such as this one where strict
Building Regulations apply.
The Clement Brooking range was specified because the
slim, strong frames could replicate the wonderful shaped
heads of the existing windows and they could be fixed
directly to stone. The 16mm krypton filled units offer the
much improved thermal performance required and, like
all Clement steel windows, the frames could be fitted with
restrictors, which are essential for safety.
Ros Baker, the Deputy Headteacher of the school at the
time, said: “The transformation the windows have made
to our school and the local area is fantastic. Many local
residents have commented positively on the ‘new look’
windows. They have been sympathetically upgraded, in
keeping with the original school building and have had a
positive effect on our school environment. Furthermore,
there was no impact on the staff or the children during
the refurbishment.”
Developed for buildings which require a specialist ‘putty
fronted’ system, the Brooking range is specifically for use
in sensitive fenestration projects where a traditional
appearance is required and can be specified as either single
St Mary’s Calne
St Mary’s School in Calne, Wiltshire, is a leading UK
independent boarding and day school for girls aged 11 to
18. It was founded in 1873 by local vicar, The Reverend
Above, Clement's EB20 steel windows at St Mary's Calne have significantly enhanced the environmental performance of this building
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