The NC12 is a mid-level meranti timber full pane side hung window designed for exterior use in South African residential and light commercial buildings. Featuring a single large unobstructed glass pane in a wide-format side-hinged casement, this window delivers maximum natural light across a generous opening — ideal for living rooms, dining areas, and feature elevations in homes across South Africa, from Gauteng to the Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal coast. Supplied complete with fittings and available with nationwide delivery.
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Configuration: Single side hung (side-hinged opening casement)
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Style: Full pane (single unobstructed glass pane)
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Timber Species: Meranti
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Frame Opening Size: 2161mm wide x 940mm high
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Frame Depth: 70mm
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Hinges: Easy-clean yellow passivated friction hinges (mild steel)
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Handles: Solid brass wedge handles
- Suitable for exterior use
- Lead time: 12–14 days from order confirmation. Nationwide delivery across South Africa.
Timber Section Dimensions
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Head: 56mm x 44mm
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Cill: 44mm x 44mm
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Stiles: 44mm x 44mm
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Opening Casement Section: 34mm x 44mm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a full pane window?
A full pane window features a single large, unobstructed glass pane with no glazing bars or dividers. This maximises natural light and provides a clean, contemporary look compared to cottage pane or multi-pane styles. Full pane timber windows are widely used in South African residential buildings.
What does "side hung" mean?
A side hung window is hinged on one vertical side and opens outwards. This allows the full pane to swing open for ventilation and is one of the most common timber window configurations used in South African homes.
What timber species is used?
The NC12 is manufactured from meranti, a hardwood timber species widely used in South African window and door manufacturing. Meranti offers good durability, stability, and a smooth finish suitable for painting or sealing.
What are the overall frame dimensions?
The frame opening is 2161mm wide x 940mm high x 70mm deep. This is a wide-format window suited to large wall openings such as living rooms and dining areas. Always verify your wall opening dimensions before ordering to ensure a correct fit.
What type of hinges does this window use?
This window is fitted with easy-clean yellow passivated friction hinges (mild steel), also commonly referred to as passivated friction stays. The yellow passivation treatment provides corrosion resistance, and the friction mechanism holds the casement open at any position without requiring a separate stay arm.
What hardware is included?
The window is supplied complete with easy-clean yellow passivated friction hinges and solid brass wedge handles. No additional hardware purchase is required.
Does this window include glass?
No. Glass is not included. Timber windows are supplied as frames only — glass must be sourced and fitted separately by your glazier.
Is this window suitable for exterior use?
Yes. This is an exterior-rated timber window suitable for standard South African residential wall openings. Meranti timber windows should be properly sealed or painted and maintained regularly to ensure longevity, particularly in coastal or high-humidity environments.
What timber sections are used in this window?
The timber sections are: Head 56mm x 44mm, Cill 44mm x 44mm, Stiles 44mm x 44mm, and Opening Casement Section 34mm x 44mm. These are standard mid-level timber window profiles.
What is the lead time for delivery?
The current lead time is 12–14 days from order confirmation. Nationwide delivery across South Africa is available.
