Well framed high-performance joinery for Shed 10

Over the course of the past century, Shed 10 on Queen's Wharf has weathered a fair number of storms and rough handling. So it's probably not surprising that time had taken a toll on the building.

Chris McGregor, an estimator with Southern Steel Windows the company contracted to manufacture, supply and install all the steel doors and windows says dealing with all the structural irregularities was a major challenge.

"Because the building has been sitting on a wharf, things have shifted over time and the lines and angles are not true. The contractors on site undertook a continuous stream of surveys, which were sent through to us. Every window was then custom built by hand to ensure a perfect fit."

A mix of Wrightstyle and non-proprietary joinery was manufactured from galvanised steel. The joinery was then painted in an epoxy, two-pack Caprithane paint in the colour Titania.

McGregor says the joinery comes with a 10-year warranty and will require little maintenance.

For details, contact Southern Steel Windows, PO Box 659, Invercargill 9810, phone (03) 218 9278. Email: chris@southernsteelwindows.co.nz. Website: www.southernsteelwindows.co.nz.

Story by: Trendsideas