The WC4 is an economy level solid timber small pane window — an A-grade meranti window at an accessible price point, widely used in low-cost residential developments across South Africa. This 1580mm wide unit features three panes: two side-opening casements on either side with a fixed centre pane, providing ventilation at both ends while maintaining a stable glazed middle section.
This window opens outward and is supplied without glass — glass must be sourced and fitted separately by your glazier.
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Configuration: 3 pane — 2 side-opening casements with fixed centre pane
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Frame opening size: 1580mm wide × 910mm high
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Frame depth: 55mm
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Material: A-grade solid meranti timber
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Hinges: Yellow passivated cranked steel hinges
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Stay: Yellow passivated steel peg and stay
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Opening direction: Outward
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Glass: Not included — excludes glass
- Lead time: 14–21 days from order confirmation. Nationwide delivery across South Africa.
Timber Section Dimensions
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Head: 33mm × 44mm
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Cill: 33mm × 44mm
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Stiles: 33mm × 44mm
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Opening Casement Section: 29mm × 44mm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Economy Level timber window range?
The Economy Level range is an A-grade solid meranti timber window range designed for low-cost residential developments. It uses the same quality timber and craftsmanship as the mid-level range, but with slightly thinner timber sections and cranked steel hinges and peg stays instead of friction hinges and brass handles — making it the most widely used timber window range in South Africa.
What is a side-opening casement?
A side-opening casement is hinged on one vertical edge and swings outward to open. This is the most common window opening style in South African residential construction, providing good ventilation and easy operation.
What is the fixed centre pane?
The fixed centre pane is permanently glazed and does not open. On the WC4 it sits between the two side-opening casements, providing structural stability and a larger glazed area across the full 1580mm width while ventilation is provided at both ends.
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.
What direction does this window open?
This window opens outward. South African timber windows are supplied for outward opening only as standard.
What hardware is supplied?
The WC4 is supplied with yellow passivated cranked steel hinges and a yellow passivated steel peg and stay for each opener. No additional hardware is required.
What are the frame opening dimensions?
The frame opening is 1580mm wide × 910mm high × 55mm deep. Always verify your wall opening dimensions before ordering.
What is the lead time?
The current lead time is 14–21 days from order confirmation. Nationwide delivery across South Africa is available.
Where can I buy economy small pane timber windows in South Africa?
The WC4 and the full Economy Level small pane timber window range are available online at doorsdirect.co.za, with nationwide delivery across South Africa.
