The frames of plastic Windows
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Building a new house or repair the old is inextricably linked to the insert Windows. Often preference is given to metal structures. Just replace the frames will be insufficient to give the object a finished look you will need to install the trim. Range of overhead bars on the Windows extensive, study the advantages of plastic trim, to see the variety of species and the installation process will help the information below.
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The primary objective of the installation of the trim on the Windows – closing the gap between the wall and the window frame. It will create an additional barrier against penetration into the room the precipitation, the noise and dust. The quality of the insulation also increases. In parallel, the casings have a decorative function, adding to the home design of individual notes. It has long been the framing for the Windows were made from wood, modern technology has created the conditions for the application of plastic products. Maintaining an attractive appearance while improving operational performance contribute to the rapid growth of popularity of plastic frames. What are their advantages, let us consider in more detail:
- Resistance to the negative influence of atmospheric factors.
- Loyal pricing policy.
- The ability to choose for Windows any configuration.
- A wide color palette. The popularity of white and brown is undeniable, but technology can also choose other shades plastic frames, corresponding to the General design of the facade.
- Not subject to deformation due to moisture or temperature fluctuations.
- The process of installing the trim, plastic, features easy. The overhead straps are fixed to the adhesive directly to the window profile, or apply special removable items.
- In contrast to wooden counterparts, plastic strips do not require special care. For purification of accumulated dirt them enough to wipe with a damp sponge.
- A good simulation of different wood species allows you to apply frames to the window frames in wooden frames without losing harmonious harmony in design.
- The light weight of plastic contributes to simplification of the mounting process to the banal use of double-sided tape when placing a small window.
- The building materials market offers a novelty – a plastic casing, equipped with a cable that allows aesthetically pleasing to disguise the wiring around the window.
- Among the assortment you can find products designed for the decoration of houses, decorated with metal or vinyl siding. These strips of plastic are designed mounting system.
- To find a suitable wood finish for plastic Windows is quite difficult, making plastic is an optimal combination of materials on the invoice.
- No need for additional finishing.
- The insect trims, plastic is not threatened.
- Long service life
The options window decoration using a plastic trim shown in the photo below:
The species diversity of finishing window openings ↑
In the production of finishing levels use plastic, providing a range of frames. The most simple plastic casings made of sheet material of the type, they mostly have a flat surface. The internal plastic structure can be monolithic or heterogeneous. Having a low thermal coefficient of expansion, the plastic casings are not deformed on the Windows due to temperature variations or moisture. This should be considered in the editing process when forming the thermal gaps.
The second group of frames includes plastic products, the Foundation of which consists of a polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or polyurethane. The use of these materials greatly expands the range of frames, allowing to make the Windows raised strips or items of unusual shape. The result is achieved by pressing the surface or casting. You can install them on the Windows not only inside buildings but also outside.
If you wish to decorate the facade of the building «with a twist», especially if it’s a log home, come to the aid of carved trim. The tradition of decorating the house, carving the centuries, and after a brief oblivion successfully returns to modern architecture. Ability to work with wood is not given to everyone, especially those trim requires regular maintenance and periodic rehabilitation works. Carved window surrounds of polyurethane, mimicking the color of the wood and will perfectly fit into the architectural ensemble of any construction.
In addition to the traditional white color available multi-colored plastic frames and imitating a specific material: wood or metal. This provides the possibility of applying them on the Windows in any home decoration.
The structure frames are overhead and telescopic. The second option is kind of the constructor, in which all elements are interconnected by means of locks. He often supplemented the kit with transoms.
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Specialists use some variants of installation of finishing strips in the plastic window. A particularly popular method in which the frames are fixed to the wall or window frame with the use of mounting items. Among the rich assortment of plastic products to meet the removable prosthesis when the plates are fixed on special latches. In this case, the device operates on the principle of buttons for clothing: fasteners are fixed to the frame of the window, the top is plastic casing and is pressed until it clicks.
Maximum ease is a different way in which the decorative strips of plastic are attached to the window using double-sided tape. However, the use of these option of fixing the plastic trim is not common due to lack of reliability. Especially high risk of damage to the window decorations in case of strong wind loads.
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We present the algorithm of actions when installing the plastic trim fasteners:
- Measured height of the window frame from the top to the bottom. In the case of installation on the bottom of the low tide the result is increased by one strap width. If cases of plastic will be present around the perimeter of the window, forming a closed connection to the height of the frame is added to the double strap width.
- After measuring the plastic product acquired in linear metres, cut into pieces for horizontal and vertical window trims.
- Each part is formed by a cut at an angle of 45on, ensure correct alignment of elements of plastic on the perimeter of the window.
The slices on the plastic casings are formed with the following rules:
- The horizontal parts are the slices on both sides;
- In the case of the formation around the window, closed joints, vertical plastic strips are prepared with double-sided slices. If you have the window tint for the vertical trim cut is required only at the top.
The mounting process begins with the installation of the upper plastic element and consists of the following steps:
- On the wall marked a tipping point.
- Holes are drilled with a punch.
- In the prepared recess are inserted dowels, plastic.
- The layout of the fixtures is transferred to the frames, then carefully drilled the holes.
- Plastic straps are fastened around the window opening using screws.
Likewise, work on fixing other parts. It is desirable to make connections butt joint, this will ensure the aesthetics of the overall design of plastic. The option to install the plastic frame is presented in the following video: