Glidevale AH5 Part L Hinge Down Loft Hatch - 600mm x 520mm

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GVAH5PL

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Designed to drop down from the ceiling, Glidevale's AH5 loft hatches utilise twin latches to secure the hatch and two hinges for opening it. They are made from injection-moulded polypropylene and are equipped with an insulated hatch to ensure compliance with Part L regulations... Read More

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Description

To meet the requirements set forth in Building Regulations Approved Documents L and C for loft hatches, each Glidevale AH5 Part L loft hatch is produced in compliance with BS EN ISO 9001 standards. By meeting these requirements, Glidevale AH5 loft hatches are certified to deliver excellent performance, to minimise heat loss, and lower the risk of condensation.

Features & Benefits: Glidevale AH5 Part L Hinge Down Loft Hatch - 600mm x 520mm

Hinge-down operation
600mm x 520mm accessible clearance opening
717mm x 555mm trimmed opening size
Twin latches to secure the hatch and two hinges for opening
Made from injection-moulded polypropylene
Provides 0.35 W/m²K
Excellent performance, minimises heat loss, and lowers the risk of condensation
Seal around the loft hatch prevents water vapour migration

The hatch's thermal insulation continues the loft or ceiling insulation for less heat loss, while the seal around the loft hatch prevents water vapour migration and contributes to the reduction of condensation risk.

Standards & Certification

Manufactured under: BS EN ISO 9001
Meets the demands for the requirements of loft hatches: Building Regulations Approved Documents L and C

Specification

Dimensions

Length 520mm Width 600mm

Details

Product Type Loft Door Material Plastic Colour White Opening Type Hinged

Loft Hatch Size 52cm x 60cm

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Fitting Instructions

Questions & Answers

Question:

Is this cover designed to replace both the existing loft cover and surrounding architrave?

Answer:

Yes, this hatch comes with the surrounding architrave.

Question:

Is the AH5 air-tight?

Answer:

The AH5 comes with efficient air and vapour seals to comply with BS 5250, Approved Document C, Robust Details 2002 and the recommendations of the BRE Digest 270 and BRE IP4/06.

Question:

Does the AH5 come with a loft pole to open and close the hatch?

Answer:

The AH5 does not come with a pole as standard but one can be purchased using the code AHP. (Access Hatch Pole)

Question:

What is the hatch made of and what colours does it come in?

Answer:

The hatch is made from injection-moulded polypropylene and comes with two hinges and twin latches to hold the door against the closed cell gaskets. The hatch only come in a lightly textured scuff-resistant white finish.

Question:

What are the dimensions of the AH5?

Answer:

The frame of the hatch is 717mm x 555mm with an accessible opening of 600mm x 520mm. All models meet the NHBC minimum opening sizes. (NHBC Standards 7.2-D14)