Glazing of balconies with wooden frames

Balcony glazing must be taken very seriously. Today there are many different design options for balcony rooms, and each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages. From a wide variety of materials, it is worth highlighting wooden frames.

Many balconies today feature beautiful wooden frames. They attract attention, as most often we can see frames made of white plastic.

• Many owners choose wood because it is safe and environmentally friendly. This raw material is able to create a favorable indoor climate.
• It should be noted the durability of such frames. They serve for many years. This property is due to the fact that the tree is regularly treated with special impregnations.
• The beautiful appearance of wooden frames is beyond doubt. They look very expensive and noble. Such frames retain their attractiveness for a long time. Modern firms offer models of different colors and shades, with which you can decorate a room in any style.
• Glazing with timber frames is easy to install. Installing such structures is no more difficult than plastic ones.
• With the help of such frames, you can keep warm in the territory of the balcony. For this reason, they are most often approached by people who use the balcony room all year round. If you install warm glass and equip the area with a system of "warm floors", then it will be comfortable to be on it even in the most severe frosts.
• Many owners of such window frames note their excellent soundproofing characteristics. You can forget about annoying street noise with such glazing.
• Most often, such glazing is cheaper than plastic or aluminum. It all depends on the pricing policy of the company in which you ordered the windows.

However, wooden frames are not perfect. They have several disadvantages:

• Such designs are not very resistant to adverse environmental conditions. Over time, rains will cause dampness of the wood, and the aggressive effect of sunlight will lead to dryness and cracks in the material.
• Wooden frames must be regularly treated with special impregnations. They extend their service life and maintain an attractive appearance. Not all people are ready to regularly provide such care, so many refuse wooden structures.
• Over time, the wood in the frames will start to age. This manifests itself in the form of fading, dryness and cracking.

Glazing with wooden frames can be installed on any balcony or loggia. An exception can be only those premises that are in disrepair and require serious repair.

Often, a balcony is combined with a kitchen or living room. This creates a very large and free space that can be used productively. Sometimes in the balcony room the owners create study rooms, small gyms or recreation areas. Wooden windows look effortless in all versions.

It is not recommended to install such window frames if you live in a dry and hot area. These external factors will quickly spoil the material and deprive it of its former attractiveness. Over time, when opening / closing, extraneous noises and clicks will begin to appear.The wood will gradually dry out and deteriorate.

If you have decided on the material of the frames, then it is worth deciding what type of glazing you need. It all depends on how and for what you are going to use your balcony block. If you plan to operate it all year round and want to equip a full-fledged room on it, then it is better to choose warm glazing. If you only need windows to protect the room from wind, snow and rain, then you can get by with cheaper - cold glazing.

It is worth disassembling everything in order.

With cold glazing, ordinary wooden frames with single glass are installed. Its thickness can be different - from 4 to 6 mm. In the places where the glazing beads are joined, the glass and the frame are always reliably sealed. This type of glazing is aimed at protecting the balcony room from street dust, rain, snow. However, heat will not be retained in such areas.

On the territory of cold balconies, you can use various heaters. They can be added to walls and floors. However, such equipment is unlikely to warm the room in cold weather.

Warm glazing, providing a double-glazed window, boasts excellent heat and sound insulation properties. Such designs are more practical, but more expensive. With such glazing, the balcony will be warm at any time of the year.

Often, the owners of such balcony rooms transform them into cozy recreation areas, winter gardens or small workshops. Such transformations are not possible in a cold-glazed room.

If on the territory of such a balcony there is a system of "warm floors", there are additional heating devices, then you may not notice that outside the window there is a minus temperature and a blizzard is howling.

The choice of balcony glazing should be approached very seriously and responsibly. Not only the appearance of your home depends on this, but also its functionality:

• First you need to decide how you are going to use the balcony room. The choice of the type of glazing (cold or warm) will depend on this.
• Choose frames that will harmoniously fit into the overall interior of your apartment in color and shade.
• Make sure the quality of the materials. The wood should be free of cracks, chips, scratches and other defects. If the frames are faded and look old, then they should not be installed as they may be of poor quality.
• Order glazing from well-known companies in your city, whose services are in demand.

Even an inexperienced person who is far from construction can engage in the installation of wooden window structures. To do this, you need to know the basics of installing glazing and prepare the balcony, as well as the structures themselves.

• First, you need to remove all unnecessary from the balcony room. Nothing should interfere with the dismantling of old frames and the installation of new ones.
• Make sure the balcony block is secure. Examine it for cracks or other serious defects. It is not recommended to proceed with the installation of glazing until you solve such problems.
• Previously, it is necessary to get glass from the new doors. This is necessary for easier and safer installation. The glass structures are heavy and you can break or damage them in the process.
• Using a conventional nailer, you need to dismantle the old frames. Experts recommend carrying out dismantling work exclusively in the plane of the structure.This is because the forces applied across the parapet can simply destroy it.

• After removing the old frames, it is necessary to clean the surface of the fasteners from above and below. If necessary, the parapet should be repaired. This can be done with conventional cement mortar. Alternatively, simply place a block of wood on top of the old parapet.
• Support posts made of metal corners can be installed on the side parts. Such a detail can make the entire structure more rigid and durable.
• It is necessary to make all measurements of the window frames. Try to do this very carefully to avoid mistakes. Today, many firms offer their services for measurements. It is recommended to contact them if you are not sure of the correctness of your actions or are afraid to make mistakes.
• After such a simple preparation, you can proceed directly to the installation of glazing. You can do it yourself or entrust the work to the professionals from the window company.

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