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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Below are a few on the questions we get asked regularly about our Exterior and Outdoor Clocks, Roof Turrets, Clock Towers and Weathervanes. If you cannot see the question you need answering then please call us on 01733 330222 or email enquiries@hawkinsclocks.co.uk
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Frequently asked questions
Choosing the right clock can be difficult because what looks to be a big clock at ground level right in front of your eyes, will look completely different when up on your building.
The attached guide has been produced to give you some help in choosing, however if you are unsure we would always recommend speaking with one of our advisors before ordering by calling 01733 330222. It is often helpful for our advidors to see some images of the anticipated clock location so please email these to enquiries@hawkinsclocks.co.uk
No. All of our products have been designed and manufactured with end user installation in mind and as such most competent DIY enthusiasts, Electricians and Contractors already on site should be capable of installing our clocks.
Our team of engineers are always on hand to offer advice or complete installations where necessary.
We offer a range of clock control systems that will automatically restart your clock after power failures and alter at the summer and winter time changes, so you dont have to worry about changing the time on your clock once installed.
All of our clock controllers run off a mains power supply and each is supplied in an easy to fit box with simple to use push button operation controls.
Most of our clocks run off a 230v standard mains supply and unless specified our clocks come with a pre-fitted standard UK mains plug.
If you opt for our self adjusting Master Clock Control System this is supplied with a 12v switch mode power supply enabling it to be installed anywhere in the world.
All of our clocks can be personalised one way or another be it a simple name or date on the dial to corporate branding, bespoke colours, shapes and hour markers.
Simply send us the details of what you require either written in an email, a sketch or full electronic artwork and we will make your ideas and concepts a reality.
Acceptable file type: CDR, Ai, EPS, PSD, DXF, DWG. JPG, TIFF and BMP if they are high resolution images.
As standard only our Skeleton dials can be illuminated from the rear however replicas of our other styles can be produced in acrylic so that they too can be illuminated, albeit if you chose a coloured background for your dial this may vary slightly from our standard dial colours.
Standard LED illumination is supplied in Warm White, however where requested this can be upgraded to Cool White or even RGB colour changing for an additional cost.
FAQ Clocks
FAQ's - Roof Turrets / Clocktowers
To order your Roof Turret or Clocktower simply choose the size you require. decide on whether you would like any clocks fitting to it and if you would like a finial or weathervane to top it off.
Phone your order through to one of our sales advisors on 01733 330222 or email enquiries@hawkinsclocks.co.uk, we will check through your order and then send you confirmation paperwork for you to double check.
Roof Turret, Clocktower or Cupola, it doesnt matter what you call it its all but the same thing.
We produce ours in seven different sizes. If you are not sure which would suit your building either call and speak to one of our advisors or email details of your project to enquiries@hawkinsclocks,co.uk
All of our Roof Turrets and Clocktowers require a timber subframe to which they are bolted down to during installation. The timber subframe needs to be created by a roofer as it forms an integral part of your roof and will need waterproofing too, generally with Lead.
See our installation guide for further help.
As standard the louvred sides are dummy grp louvres made to look like real louvres. If you would like to vent fresh air through the louvres then we can router slots to provide some free air movement or alternatively the grp sides can be replaced with Aluminium ventilation louvres if required for more substantial venting.
Yes, you can add one, two, three or four clocks to your Roof Turret from any of our standard ranges of exterior clocks or a bespoke design to suit your requirements. To ensure they are virtually maintenance free we also provide a range of control systems to complete automated time changes and power failures.
As standard we produce this one design however not only have we amassed lots of moulds over the years that can be offered too, including arched louvre panels, hexagonal and octagonal designs, we also have the ability to produce bespoke designs too. Simply send us your requirements and we will price it for you.
FAQ Roof Turrets
FAQ's - Weathervanes
FAQ Weathervanes
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