With the advent of the twenty-first century, graduallythe procedure associated with window insulation is forgotten. Wooden windows have been replaced by plastic double-glazed windows, which do not need any thermal insulation. But not everyone has such modern windows, although everyone dreams of warmth. How to insulate windows with your own hands? This task is quite solvable, but when performing it, it is necessary to take into account a number of nuances.
Window insulation scheme using Swedish technology.
Applied materials, in order to insulate windows
To insulate windows yourself,it is necessary to ensure the tightness of the window, seal all the cracks. This is especially true for opening parts of the window. Such work requires the availability of a variety of materials. They can be divided into several types:
- sealing materials;
- sealing details.
To seal cracks use:
- foam rubber;
- cotton wool;
- silicone.
One of the options for insulating a wooden window.To seal the window sashes, the latest sealing materials are used. Sometimes foam rubber is installed. The best method of window insulation has become the use of special tubular profiles, called sealing gaskets. What types of profiles are known? These elements are available in several types:
- "D";
- "P";
- "E".
Each profile is selected based on the available gap dimensions. Modern tubular profiles are divided into groups depending on the material they are made of:
- polyurethane;
- foam rubber;
- polyethylene foam;
- rubber;
- polyvinyl chloride.
In most cases, window insulationIt is recommended to use profiles made of PVC sheets. This material is not afraid of low temperatures and is not subject to any deformations. But rubber has the longest service life, especially if it is soft. A tubular profile can operate without replacement for five years. Return to contents</a>
Modern insulation
Standard window structure diagram.To obtain high-quality window insulation designed for a long service life, it is necessary to seal wooden windows with silicone sealant. Synthetic sealants can also be used. Window insulation with modern technologies does not require special cutting-edge equipment. You will only need a lever syringe to perform technological work with silicone sealant. Transparent silicone is considered the best. After sealing, it is almost invisible. To insulate windows, you first need to remove the glass. A screwdriver will help remove the glazing bead from the entire perimeter of the wooden frame. Removal begins from the bottom, then from the sides and ends at the top. After removing the glazing bead, it is very easy to remove the glass. To avoid cuts and injuries, such work should be done with gloves.
Scheme of slope structure and insulation.Then the freed seat must be cleaned of dirt. However, when insulating windows, dirt almost always has to be removed. Therefore, it is better to insulate windows at the same time as the repair. When the glazing bead is removed, it is easy to remove the old paint coating, putty the cracks that have formed, and install new window parts. If you do not repair the frame, then a sealant applied around the entire perimeter of the window will be quite sufficient. Then the glass is returned to its place and the glazing bead is knocked down. When disassembling a wooden frame, the glazing bead often breaks. Therefore, it is necessary to purchase a new glazing bead in advance. Return to the table of contents</a>
We warm the frame qualitatively
How to insulate windows so that they are durable,high quality? For this purpose, window insulation is carried out using special seals, such as foam rubber. The seal can be attached with a sealant or the entire surface can be glued. The sealing tube is glued to the frame. Each tube is glued in a parallel direction to the previously installed seal. The seal must be installed in such a way that it does not interfere with the closing of the frame. It must press it tightly, maintaining a right angle. Before starting to install the seal, you need to take into account the thickness of the frame and the resulting gaps. It may be necessary to plane the frame so that the window sashes open without jamming.
Scheme of insulating a wooden window with fabric strips. Several decades ago, everyone knew the old, decades-tested method very well. It required the presence of:
- cotton wool;
- paste;
- paper.
Although this method is outdated, it is still widely used today for the operation of insulating windows of a country cottage, summer house, etc. First, the frame is restored. To do this, you need:
- remove the putty;
- remove the glazing beads;
- remove the glass;
- remove dried paint;
- clean the seam surface.
To perform all these operations, you need tofill the cracks with cotton wool or synthetic padding. The resulting surface must be sealed with paper strips. This operation can be done with masking tape. Today, a special window adhesive tape has appeared on the market. Today, mankind knows several different ways to make windows warm. Each of them guarantees warmth and comfort in the room. Return to the table of contents</a>
Main methods used
- ease of operation;
- speed of operation;
- durability;
- water resistant.
Thanks to this insulation, the house remains warm even in forty-degree frost. The disadvantage is the high cost. Return to contents</a>
Additional works, advice
Severely dilapidated windows require additionalinsulation. To do this, remove the glazing beads and take off the glass. All work must be done with gloves. Then clean the entire surface and apply silicone sealant to it. Insert the glass again and secure it with glazing beads. If the old slats break, they must be replaced with new ones. Before you start working with windows, and especially with adhesive sealant, you need to do some preparatory work. The surface that you plan to insulate must be washed well. Wait until it dries completely and degrease with gasoline. Then let it dry. This is done to get the best adhesion of the insulation glue and the window frame. Glass and frames must be as clean as possible. No cracks or chips are allowed. Only then will window insulation give the expected positive effect. Otherwise, all your efforts will be in vain.</ ul>
