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Whether winter or summer, draughts coming in through your windows can be annoying and uncomfortable. Before replacing your windows, you may want to see if there are any quick fixes you could try that will tide you over until you can get around to replacing them.
In this article, we’ll look at some of the tried and tested methods of keeping cold draughts from making their way through your windows.
Thermal or insulated curtains are usually made from acrylic foam sandwiched between layers of fabric and act as a barrier between your window and the room inside. While they don’t directly seal your windows, they are an effective method of keeping the cold air out.
You can find thermal curtains in many designs, colours, and patterns, but remember that they only work when they are shut. Note: this might not be your method of choice if you’re looking for all-around protection.
Re-caulking your windows is an excellent way to seal your windows for the winter and keep the cold air out. On older windows, temporary caulking is a good option, as weather stripping may not be suitable.
Caulking tends to be designed to be applied in the colder months and then falls off when the weather gets warmer again in spring.
Window film is a transparent film that is applied to both the interior and the exterior of windows. It is sometimes referred to as window laminate and is usually made from a thermoplastic polymer resin known as PET.
This is an affordable and easy-to-install method. The film acts like saran wrap, covering any holes and protecting your home from cold draughts.
Fabric draught excluders are another method of blocking the gaps around your windows. Made of fabric and usually filled with something heavy, they provide a barrier between the holes around your window and the room inside.
Fabric draught excluders are one of the cheapest methods of draught exclusion, as you can make them yourself from old pillowcases and other fabric scraps.
Unfortunately, if none of these methods are working, it may be time to bite the bullet and get your windows replaced. Replacing your windows can help to reduce your energy bill, and newer windows are double or triple-glazed, to help insulate your house even better. Be sure you get in touch with a quality window replacement company in your area.
Are you looking to replace your windows in the near future? Euroseal is proud to serve the GTA, providing quality windows and doors to its residents. We have decades of experience and are known for our impeccable customer service. Contact us today to learn more about our window replacement services and availability.
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