This part of BS 8213 gives recommendations for the surveying and
installation of non-loadbearing windows and external doorsets of any
material, to be installed vertically (within 15°) into the external face of buildings. It gives guidance on the good practices necessary for the successful surveying and installation of windows and external doorsets in both new build and replacement situations. It is primarily aimed at installations in dwellings but much of the guidance given is relevant to other types of installation.
The guidance contained in this part of BS 8213 may also be applied to
door assemblies, but does not cover the site assembly of individual
components.
This part of BS 8213 does not apply to load-bearing windows,
load-bearing doorsets or roof windows. It does not cover curtain or
ribbon walling, although its guidance also applies to separate window
and door elements within those particular types of assemblies. It
does not cover good business practice issues such as warranties,
complaints, etc.
NOTE For roof windows or when the windows and external doorsets to be
installed fall outside the scope of this part of BS 8213, e.g. non-rectangular products, it is necessary to seek specialist advice from the manufacturer.
BS 8213-4:2007 Referenced Document
BS 6100-1 Building and civil engineering - Vocabulary - General terms
BS 6262 Code of practice for glazing for buildings