{"product_id":"awning-window-900x1490-meranti-2-top-openers-fixed-sublight-bm8","title":"Meranti Awning Window 900 x 1490mm | 2 Top Openers \u0026 Fixed Sublight | BM8","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMeranti Awning Window — 900 x 1490mm | 2 Top Openers with Fixed Sublight | BM8\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBM8\u003c\/strong\u003e is a solid Meranti timber awning window measuring 900mm wide by 1490mm high, featuring two top-opening casements above a fixed sublight. The taller profile of the BM8 makes it well suited to living areas, bedrooms, and wall openings where maximum light penetration is desired alongside practical ventilation from the twin openers above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitted with solid brass handles and easy-clean yellow passivated mild steel hinges, this window combines quality hardware with the natural warmth and durability of kiln-dried Meranti hardwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWindow Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Awning (top-opening casements)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 top openers with fixed sublight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Meranti kiln-dried timber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid brass handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHinges:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy-clean yellow passivated mild steel hinges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplied unfinished — ready for painting or staining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–14 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 900 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1490 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e BM8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTimber Section Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead:\u003c\/strong\u003e 56mm x 44mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCill:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44mm x 44mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStiles:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44mm x 44mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Casement Section:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34mm x 44mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is an Awning Window?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eawning window\u003c\/strong\u003e is hinged at the top and opens outward from the bottom, creating a natural awning effect that allows ventilation even during light rain. This makes awning windows a popular choice in South African homes for kitchens, bathrooms, and living areas where airflow is needed without compromising weather protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Sublight?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003esublight\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fixed, non-opening glazed panel positioned below the opening casements in a window unit. It allows additional natural light to enter the room without adding further operable sashes, keeping the window profile clean and the mechanism simple. Sublights are commonly used in South African timber window designs to maximise light in taller wall openings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Meranti Timber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeranti\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dense, durable tropical hardwood widely used in South African window and door joinery. Kiln-dried Meranti offers excellent dimensional stability, good resistance to moisture when correctly sealed, and a fine, consistent grain that accepts paint and stain finishes well. It is a long-established standard in quality South African residential construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis window is fitted with \u003cstrong\u003esolid brass handles\u003c\/strong\u003e for a premium, corrosion-resistant finish, and \u003cstrong\u003eeasy-clean yellow passivated mild steel hinges\u003c\/strong\u003e for smooth, durable operation. Yellow passivation is a chromate conversion coating applied to mild steel to improve corrosion resistance, making it suitable for interior and sheltered exterior window applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs glass included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Timber windows are supplied as frames only, without glass. Glazing must be sourced separately from a local glazier. The frames are rebated and ready to accept standard glass thicknesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this window be painted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Meranti timber takes paint and stain finishes well. Apply a quality wood primer before painting, and use an exterior-grade finish for any windows exposed to weather. Re-coat every 2–3 years depending on exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this window suitable for exterior use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, with correct finishing and maintenance. Meranti timber windows are suitable for exterior applications when properly primed, painted or stained, and maintained. 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