BS 6262:1982 Code of practice for glazing for buildings
- Abbreviation
- BS 6262:1982
- Amendment
- AMD 4063, AMD 4582, AMD 8279
- Valid from
- 30/06/1982
- Information provider
- British Standards Institution,
- Author
- British Standards Institution
- Information type
- British Standard,
- Format
- PDF, HARD COPY,
Description
This British Standard provides recommendations for the design, installation and maintenance of vertically glazed glass and plastics glazing sheet materials for the external walls and interiors of buildings.
It covers recommendations for the performance of glass, plastics glazing sheet materials and sealing materials, dimensional recommendations for glazing, glazing and fixing techniques, handling, storage and care on site, large openings with structural glass assemblies, frameless doors and entrances and mirrors.
Recommenations and guidance are given on the following aspects of design and performance: natural lighting, thermal considerations, sound, security, fire, durability, wind loading and maintenance.