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Bow window installation is a huge project and should only be handled by experts. It requires extensive framing as well as the construction of a header.

Bow windows should be fitted with weathertight sealing, which provides protection against damage to inner doors. Inspections documented should be carried out at intervals that do not exceed the month.

Thermal Bowing

The temperature difference between the inside and the outside of a closed door can cause one side to expand, while the other remains more stable. This is called thermal bowing, and can make it difficult to latch hardware or open the door. It is good to know that thermal bow is not permanent and can be corrected in many cases by adjusting the strike and latch hardware or applying grease to help the steel parts slide more easily.

The kind of core used in the door is also a factor in thermal bowing. Polyurethane and polystyrene-insulated doors are more likely to bow because they are not able to evenly distribute heat throughout the panel, while a honeycomb-based core allows heat to circulate more easily through the panels. Additionally, the color of a panel can affect its thermal behavior. Darker colors absorb heat more effectively, which could increase the amount of thermal bowing.

IMP representatives can offer recommendations on how to install their products correctly. They are familiar with the effects of thermal bending. The IMP representative can perform calculations based on project location, aesthetics, performance requirements and building structure as well as the intended use to eliminate any problem of door fittings bowing.

When they travel between cool and hot climates, many homeowners are aware that their doors made of solid wood begin to swell. This is due to the difference in temperature and humidity between the inside and outside of the home. The warping is not a manufacturing defect and can be prevented by keeping air and heating conditioning vents from the doors. The hinges on the door can become stuck when they're closed and opened due to the temperature difference on the opposite side of the door. This is often caused by moisture entering the door through an unintentionally sealed frame or weather strip that is placed around the frame. Despite these problems, most solid wood doors can be saved by making a few minor adjustments.

Clearance Issues

Problems with installation can impact the performance and fit of doors. One of the most important is edge clearances. This is the distance between the door and the frame head or jambs. If the frame or door is affixed to the head, jambs, or any other doors, it is an edge clearance problem and it can cause friction that could damage frames, doors and other hardware. This is usually caused by the incorrect anchoring of the frame in the wall construction or by a miscalculation of the heights of the head and jambs that result in a less than normal sill clearance. This is difficult to rectify in the case of a masonry or steel stud construction because the frame can't be moved.

Thermo-mechanical Problems

Thermal bow is a temporary condition caused by the temperature difference between the inside and the outside of the door. It is most often observed on doors with direct sunlight rays hitting the surface, but can also happen when air conditioning creates a huge temperature difference between the inside and outside of the door. The degree of bowing varies on the door color and its construction, the length of exposure to direct sun rays, and temperature. The density of the core inside the door can also exacerbate the issue. The issue is difficult to fix by adjusting the latch, strike or weatherstripping on the field. This is because one side of the doors expands while the other remains normal.

An alternative that is more durable is to paint the doors with a light color, and then block the sun's rays from hitting the exterior. In extreme situations, it might be required to install a retractable solar shade which can be lowered in extreme hot weather.

Another issue that may be experienced with solid doors is warping. This is caused by an increase in humidity or different temperatures on opposite sides of the door (as is usually seen in doors for bathrooms or outside). This is most likely caused by rapid heating or cooling that occurs when air conditioners or heaters are switched on. The warp can cause the door to expand on one side, making it difficult to seal or close. The expansion may also cause clearance issues, as the door moves further away from the jamb's seals. In the most extreme cases the jamb or door could need to be altered so that the door can over the threshold.