The presence of wooden window structures helps to maintain an optimal microclimate in the room and organize a harmonious attractive interior. But the trouble with double-glazed windows with frames made of natural materials compared to plastic is the rather rapid loss of heat-saving ability as a result of environmental factors.
Currently, special seals for wooden windows allow keeping the heat in the room. Let's look at the features of the use of such insulation.
Why is it necessary to insulate wooden double-glazed windows?
Soviet-made windows are still being used in many apartments. However, most modern models with wooden frames cannot be called perfect either. In such structures, gaps are formed, which appear under the influence of dampness and temperature changes.
In the manufacture of wooden windows, solid bars are often used. The material actively reacts to changes in humidity and swells. As a result, the tightness of the structure suffers greatly.
The most expensive wooden windows, made using innovative technologies, are made from a glued base, after which they are processed by vacuum drying. Therefore, the latter are free from the above disadvantages.
Groove seal for wooden windows
It allows you to isolate window frames while maintaining the geometry of the structure. The seal is installed by milling openings. High-quality sealing is facilitated by the use of rubber or silicone fillers.
Groove seals for wooden windows are installed according to the following sequence of actions:
- Nails are removed, old sealant is removed, sashes are removed from hinges.
- A groove with a depth of about 5 mm and a width of 2-3 mm is laid along the perimeter of the sash using a cutter.
- Seals for wooden windows are laid in the prepared openings with a tail deep into.
- The insulator is sealed with a special mounting roller.
- Window sashes are put back in place and adjusted until easy closing-opening is achieved.
Rubber seal for wooden windows
It is an elastic band. Installation requires the use of a special sealant, which can be purchased complete with a seal.
After cleaning the window frames from the remnants of the old sealant, crumbling paint and dirt, the structure is glued with an insulator around the entire perimeter, including the vents. Tape must be appliedvery carefully, which avoids problems with opening and closing the doors.
Finally, rubber seals for wooden windows are blown with sealant. For these purposes, it is desirable to choose a substance with a transparent structure in order to achieve a more accurate appearance.
Film insulation method
Recently, special sealing films made of polyethylene have become popular, which are excellent for insulating wooden structures. A transparent base covers the frame or the entire window. The material is fixed with a construction stapler.
The process of installing this insulation is much easier compared to previous solutions. The main thing is to evenly cover the surface to be sealed with a layer of material of sufficient size.
Separate types of film seals can be seen in almost any hardware store. The main task of the consumer is to choose the most frost-resistant insulator. Only in this case, the protection of the double-glazed window will not crack during sharp temperature fluctuations.
If desired, the above methods of sealing wooden windows can be successfully combined. It all depends on the existing working conditions and the personal wishes of the owner of the property.
