Often, during the next repair, our hands do not reach the balcony. But this corner is an important part of our home, and its arrangement allows you to make the apartment more comfortable and cozy. Warming the balcony with your own hands is not so difficult. It is only necessary to choose the right materials.
Now in a large number of different heaters, you can easily get confused. However, you need to choose materials that not only retain heat, but also meet all safety requirements. The insulation must have the following qualities: not succumb to the process of decay, mold formation, fungus and insect damage. It must be moisture resistant and not be afraid of fire. To a greater extent, mineral wool meets these requirements. In addition, foam is often used.
Before you do the insulation of the balcony with your own hands, you should decide on the method by which the material will be attached: gluing, screwing or using any design. Most often, a combination of the first two options is used.
In order to insulate the balconyfrom the inside, you can choose not only polystyrene foam, but also mineral wool. Then it will be necessary to sheathe the walls with drywall, plywood or MDF boards. At the same time, any facing material must be durable and resistant to external influences. If you are going to insulate the loggia from the outside, then you should not veneer the walls with any wood material. When exposed to rain, the coating will quickly deteriorate. Sandwich panels can be used for exterior decoration.
Do-it-yourself insulation of a balcony does not provide for its glazing. This should be done by professionals. But everything else you can do yourself. Materials for insulation can be attached not only to the walls, but also to the ceiling. All joints that are formed during installation must be sealed. Most often, mounting foam is used for this. You can also use foamed polyethylene, which has a vapor barrier property.
Before doing the insulation of the balcony with your own hands, you should carry out some preparatory procedures. For example, it is necessary to make a crate to which insulation and trim will be attached. Such a frame is mounted from wooden thin bars.
As for the floor of the loggia or balcony, foam is used for its insulation. Moreover, the thickness of the sheet in this case should be at least 5 cm. Naturally, after laying the material, it is necessary to make a small screed from special mixtures. In the future, you can veneer the floor with tiles or other material. You can also usemodern achievements and equip the balcony with a “warm floor” system.
As can be seen from the article, the insulation of the balcony on its own is not a difficult process. In any case, this will help make the apartment more comfortable. In addition, you will be able to use the balcony even in winter. And if you put a heater there, then the loggia will be a great place to relax.
