Replacing cold glazing with warm glazing is done from the outside of the window, on the street. Only professional workers who know their business, industrial climbers are engaged in the process.
What is the method
The principle is that craftsmen change simple glasses with specially insulated ones. This is possible due to the addition of thermal inserts designed for this purpose in the middle of the window frame. After this work, nothing visually changes, the windows do not get darker, so this does not affect the penetration of light into the room, it does not get darker. Stained glass is made from the inside, with the help of special strips, plus, you can choose any color and pattern, everything is possible and depends only on the desire of the owners.
When the need arises
"How to insulate a balcony without changing the facade?" - a frequent question asked by the owners of a new apartment. Most often, if the property is located in a new area, then there is alreadyglazed veranda, but almost always only with cold glazing. And it is not uncommon for people who have been living in one place for a long time to think about this issue. And it seems that the initially existing double-glazed window was completely satisfied, but time passes, and more and more shortcomings begin to appear. So, living year after year, you can watch how it blows from the windows in winter, and you can go out to the balcony only by dressing warmly, otherwise you can freeze, which will lead to colds. In this case, the problem can only be solved by replacing the cold glazing with a warm one. It will be much more comfortable with him.
Disadvantages of a conventional window
You don't have to be a professional to notice the many shortcomings of such a window. Double-glazed windows are designed in such a way that they have an aluminum profile, and there is only one glass in the frame. It is because of this that cold air enters the room, since this is not enough to retain heat, which brings significant embarrassment and discomfort to the life of the apartment owners. But replacing cold glazing with warm glazing makes it possible to independently choose the thickness of the double-glazed window, or even mount a sandwich panel. In this case, you don't have to worry about the cold that will get into the room, it's just out of the question. The balcony will be warm and cozy throughout all four seasons. And besides this, there will be an incredibly pleasant bonus in the form of additional square meters to the whole apartment, because quite often this part of the apartment is not used properly. And in the case ofsmall-sized apartments, for example, it is simply necessary to glaze a balcony in Khrushchev, because the owners have to literally fight for every free centimeter of space using various design techniques and tricks. Thus, the balcony can be converted into a pantry, wardrobe, simply expand the area and make it part of the living room, or, for example, if the balcony is in the kitchen, then you can turn it into a dining room where the whole family will be happy to be.
Pitfalls
True, you should be extremely careful, as it is forbidden to make changes in the facade of the building due to the fact that this can lead to a fine. Although if there is a strong desire, then everything can be achieved legally. And get permission from the legislature. True, this process is not easy, it will take a lot of energy, effort and investment. This kind of work should be carried out by professionals who are instructed in safety precautions and know their business.
Installation Option 1
The easiest way to install is to simply put the new improved window in front of the existing one. It is not difficult to implement, and it is clear enough for everyone, obvious and easily accessible. But in this case, there are also disadvantages, this is, first of all, that you have to take up a lot of free space. Therefore, some unpleasant nuances appear in the operation of the window, since it becomes problematic to wash it, sometimes moisture penetrates between the frames, and in the cold season the window may fog up. Therefore, if acceptedthe decision to insulate the balcony in this way, then the window must first be prepared. Carry out sealing and airtight work, this is best done with seals or airtight tape, this will reduce air infiltration and thus reduce the number and extent of the problem.
Installation option 2
There is a second option for replacing cold glazing with warm. The cold aluminum facade system changes to a warm one. The course of action is as follows: a thermal bridge is mounted, the clamping bar, seals and spacers are changed, as for double-glazed windows and sashes, they are mounted on plastic with the latest fittings and glass or on warm aluminum.
With this option, even an extra centimeter will not be occupied, which, of course, will please. The result is an excellent result in use, as well as a good visual effect, since the facade glazing remains the same. In addition, it will be good to insulate the window and walls or ceiling at the junction, and this can be done using electric heating. Such an improvement will avoid freezing, as well as the occurrence of condensate in the place where the windows on the loggia border on the neighbors.
In this case, the following work is done:
- front glazing being dismantled;
- equipped with thermal inserts;
- certain parts of the glazing are replaced with warm sashes;
- the balcony is being insulated;
- double-glazed windows are being assembled.
Results
Replacementcold glazing to warm glazing has many advantages that it will be difficult for anyone to argue with. The result will please anyone, cold air does not enter the room, so it is always comfortable in it. Heat remains in the apartment. A nice addition to the optimal temperature will be the fact that if all the conditions are met and the installation of the window on the loggia is correct, in this case the double-glazed window will have soundproofing properties. Indeed, sometimes it is very important, it happens that the noise from the street penetrates into the apartment, causing discomfort and some inconvenience, and even a glazed veranda does not save. After installing a new window, you don't have to worry about this. From the balcony you can make an office or a place for a child to play, and nothing will interfere, as it will become a full-fledged room. Therefore, you should think carefully about everything and install improved double-glazed windows. And this is a great option for one-room apartments, where the whole family does not have enough space, you can also glaze the balcony in Khrushchev.
Also, in the new double-glazed windows, you can open any desired sash. Thanks to this, it becomes much more convenient to ventilate the room.
Master's Choice
The choice of a master should be approached with extreme caution, since the result will depend on the skills and qualifications of the workers. It is best if double-glazed windows on the balcony are installed on the recommendation of friends.
If the masters offer to use a handicraft method, then you can definitely refuse their services. For example, if it is recommended to connectaluminum profile and plastic window. Or they suggest that new double-glazed windows simply adjoin the existing ones. Then it would be better to look for other workers, as in this case they are not qualified enough.
Because these installation methods, instead of a good result, will bring even more problems, the windows will be constantly fogged up, and the moisture will fall down to the neighbors, and all because of problems with the stability of the condensate. And because of this, completely different troubles are already arising.
Before starting work, good specialists calculate the bearing capacity of floors and walls. The approach to work must be individual. Since it is important to take into account the calculations of each building separately. Indeed, if careless, it is even fraught with serious consequences. In some cases, even the collapse of the loggia is possible.
