How to glaze the balcony with your own hands

To the area of ​​the balcony did not remain orphan, you can do some work on its transformation and transformation into a small, but very functional room. Since this room is not heated, first of all, it needs to be glazed and insulated.

The glazing of the balcony with your own hands can become possible if you study in detail the instructions for carrying out this process. But when the window frames are already installed and glazed, the work on further insulating and decorating the premises will not be disturbed by - nor rain nor wind.

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If you decide to spend upgrading, you should start by choosing the type of glazing. It can be traditional - using ordinary wooden frames or euro-frames - of aluminum , plastic and wooden with installation of double-glazed windows. In addition, the glazing can be frameless, insulated and cold.

Warm and cold glass

The glazing of the balconies can be cold and warm , where is executed both with the installation of conventional wooden frames and more perfect .

• Cold glazing includes the installation of wooden frames with ordinary glass or euro-frames - also with one hermetically sealed glass. Used in the event that the balcony is not planned to be used all year round as a living space.

. To a balcony made in this way, it is not necessary to place special requirements for maintaining the temperature. Frames can only make the room neat and protected from the wind, getting dust, somewhat reduce the penetration of sounds from the street.

Cold glazing does not require additional insulating measures. The only thing that can be done - is for the comfort to arrange a wooden flooring on the floor.

• Insulated version of glazing is necessary in the event that a balcony or loggia will be combined with one of the rooms. The whole room is necessarily insulated with one or another thermal insulation material.

With this layout change, frames with double-glazed windows with triple glazing are installed.

• Warm insulation requires more of a serious approach.

If one of the euro-variants glazing is selected, then you need to purchase frames with thermo in with rates that fit between the profile and the double-glazed window.

Double-glazed windows should have one, or better - two vacuum chambers - this choice will depend on the weather conditions of the region.

Further, when creating an warm room, it must be remembered that the so-called "dewpoint" can not be allowed to be generated indoors. Failure to comply with this condition will cause to appear damp and moldy due to the formation of condensate - first on the balcony and then in the room.

Do not allow the formation of a "dew point" and between glasses installed on the frames moved beyond the perimeter of the balcony. In this case, it is much more difficult to achieve the correct balance of the effect of temperatures on windows, since they can be cooled not only through glass, but also from the lower and upper end faces. Therefore, needs to carefully consider their insulation.

If wooden frames are selected, it will be necessary to "poked" by installing a good insulation of the between them, and seal between the frame and the glass.

To prevent from appearing on the balcony of mold spots, it is necessary to carry out a number of measures that will help avoid dampness:

- sealing of gaps and gaps in the floor and on the walls of the room before its warming;

- waterproofing of the floor and parapet of the balcony;

- the organization of effective ventilation.

Ventilation device - is one of the main conditions for preventing the formation of condensation. But, in order not to dilute the insulated room, the ventilation should be adjustable:

- on the Euro-windows it is installed in the upper horizontal part of the profile;

- for the installation of wooden frames, which are closed tightly for the winter, it is necessary to integrate through-flow ventilation , which has an adjustable damper, into one of the upper sections of the window or wall.

Traditional wooden frames with glazing

In recent years, this option of protecting the balcony from rain, wind and snow is a thing of the past, but some owners prefer it because of the low material cost and the ability to process with .

This kind of glazing not will save the from frosts and will not make the balcony warmer in the winter, nor will it create an effective soundproofing from external noise, but will become an obstacle to dust, wind and precipitation. In the winter the balcony, protected in this way, can only be used as a refrigerator.

All , if you install double wooden frames, it is good to insulate them, as well as walls, floor and ceiling, and install heating appliances, then in a not very cold time you can use the balcony and as a living room.

The glazing of the wooden balcony frames passes not fast , as each of them needs to install a separate glass for a special putty, fixing it with cloves hammered through a bead. It should be noted that this process is very tiring and requires the highest accuracy.

The disadvantages of this glazing include still and reduction in order of glasses, all the more so if double frames are twisted together. In addition, wooden frames require special treatment with antiseptic compounds and periodic staining.

Metal-plastic windows

Euro-glazed is called the installation of metal-plastic frames with double-glazed windows. This way to transform the balcony will cost the much more expensive, but the advantages it has in front of wooden frames - much more.

Double-glazed units installed in metal-plastic profiles can have single, double or triple glazing. Advantages of this type of glazing is:

• Aesthetic and neat design.
• Sealed euro-frames allows you to create effective heat and noise insulation, to prevent rain, wind, dirt and dust from entering the room. With additional insulation of all walls, floors and ceilings, the balcony becomes a full room in which you can arrange a study, a workshop, a greenhouse or a quiet rest area.
• If you know the process of installing euro-frames , then they can be mounted quickly enough on their own.
• Simplicity in care will allow them to be put in order more often and quickly.
• Frames do not require additional annual insulating measures and painting.
• When installing special locks on the opening doors, you will not have to be afraid that the child will be able to open the frame itself.

Aluminum frames

Very popular for installation on the balcony now have frames made of aluminum. They are used for both cold and warm glazing. In the first case, variants with single or double glazing are used. But with the organization of warm premises, frames with thermo-inserts are used.

Aluminum frames can be installed on the parapets, or from them can consist of a panoramic glazing design. It should be noted that in the latter case the thermal insulation of the balcony is reduced, since the metal has a very high thermal conductivity.

When using aluminum frames, the part of the balcony is recommended to remain closed and install the glazing just before the parapet. This design is called a "French balcony".

Advantages of aluminum frames:

• This metal is very lightweight , and at the same time has high mechanical strength.
• Aluminum has good heat resistance, it does not burn, is not affected by corrosion.
• The life of such structures is on average 50 ÷ 70 years.
• The lightness of aluminum makes it possible to use structures from it in such conditions where more heavy frames, for example, from metal-plastic or metal-wood , can not be used because of their greater weight. This speaks in favor of such frames for installation on the balconies - will not need additional amplification, which will save some money.
• Aluminum frames do not require painting, they are easy to clean.
• Balcony, glazed aluminum frames, gets a good sound insulation.

Frameless glazing

Frameless glazing of balconies is infrequent, since the is an - is a new technology, but is already gaining popularity. Glazing can be made from a ceiling to a floor or with installation on a parapet.

Frameless glazing not only visually expands the space of a small balcony room, but also perfectly protects it from dust and external noises. Excellent is suitable it is for a room where it is planned to grow different plants - due to the lack of frames, they will receive sunlight in ma volume .

Frameless glazing is characterized by the following qualities:

• For this transparent balcony fencing, is used tempered glass, superior to shock resistance and strength is 8 ÷ 10 times normal, therefore it can withstand very high loads.
• Such glass panels can not be injured, as all their edges are rounded and ground in a special way.
• This glazing is simple in operation - the design is designed in such a way that the of its is easy to open and close, as each of the panels slides by rollers on a metal rail.
• Glass fence practically does not occupy space, while frames always "eat" 50 ÷ 100 mm of the area around the perimeter and so small a room. This is especially true for glazing installed from floor to ceiling.
• High sound insulation - noise absorption efficiency reaches 50 - 70%.

Glazing with a roof device

The real problem is a balcony that does not have a roof. Rain and snow, dust and leaves from the trees - is all assembled on this small platform. This balcony can not be used functionally, on it can not rest, leave to dry linen, and in rainy weather you can not even get out.

Therefore, the owner of the apartment has to solve the problem independently by mounting the roof and glazing the balcony.

Roofs above the balcony in a complex with glazing can be of two types:

• The dependent roof is installed only when mounting aluminum frames. It is fixed to the block and the wall of the house built of them.

The advantages of this design include its reliability , the ease of and the speed of installation at a reasonably reasonable price.

The disadvantages of a dependent roof are that it is possible to install its only over narrow balconies and loggias. When installing over wide extensions, the becomes an unreliable and is unlikely to withstand snow loads during the winter.

• Independent roof differs in that its mounting is not connected to with balcony glazing. An individual metal or wooden frame is made, then the can make the a roof without even planning further glazing.

The advantages of the of this roof can be named that it can be installed above the balcony of any width , the main - correctly calculate the strength of the structure. In addition, if it is not possible to install both glazing and roof at once, then first you can make the roof installation, and later - the balcony frames.

Building a roof over a balcony at the height of the - is quite a dangerous exercise, therefore this work is recommended to be entrusted to professional masters. Especially since the first need to conduct the exact calculations of the brackets and the entire frame, so that the structure once did not break the wind.

Security measures when working on the balcony

When planning a balcony glazing, always remember the dangers of working at height. Not only should the protect your life or health - you should not allow threats to other people, for example, in the form of tools or building materials fallen from the height of .

• If you are doing the work on the insulation and glazing of the balcony, you need extreme caution, especially in cases where any processes are performed from the outside. Do not risk and fully rely on your strength and agility - you need to protect yourself with a safety belt. The belt is purchased industrial or sports, while the fasteners must withstand the load of 350 ÷ 400 kg, which should be indicated in the certificate. If such information is not available, then this product should not be purchased.

In addition, it is necessary to consult with the seller-consultant, which will clearly show how to use this safety device.

• Do not conduct work alone - it is necessary to invite a partner who can, if necessary, hedge - , this should be taken into account both for work outside the balcony and when installing frames and double-glazed windows.
• To protect your hands when working with glass and metal, you should definitely use gloves sewn from a durable material.

Stages of balcony glazing

Unlike a loggia where one side glazes, the frame balcony has to be installed with of three sides. The work is complicated by the fact that it is necessary to correctly position each of the structural elements and make the reliable their connection at the corners. And , at installation it is necessary to consider that only the end frames will be rigidly fixed to the wall.

The front part of the design has the maximum size and weight, so the differs from the and the sail. Its should be installed very carefully and should be fastened not only to the balcony parapet, but also to the upper balcony plate( or visor).

Frame blocks can be purchased in ready-made form or ordered at the enterprise engaged in their manufacture, indicating the exact dimensions of the balcony. Installation is already ready blocks can be carried out independently, if you carefully study the instruction.

Mounting frames

Before making the insulation of the balcony, it is necessary to make its glazing. The explanation is simple - you can not create a risk of getting wet insulating materials - they just lose their quality.

The installation of frames is carried out according to a single principle, but the preparation of the base for them can be different. For example, the frames can be installed on the base of the balcony, on the fence( parapet) or with removal from the perimeter.

Preparing to install the structure on the parapet

Well, if the balcony parapet is made of bricks or concrete - , in this case it will be easier to fix the frames on a wide enough fence. It is more difficult to solve this problem if the parapet is made of a metal corner and a rod.

In this case, it is advisable to perform preparatory work by slightly extending the base for the convenience of fastening the frame structures. This can be the installation of an additional corner with a wider shelf. One side of it is put outward, creating a kind of fence for the lower profile of the frame. In the same way, you can fix the corners in the upper part.

The corners are screwed with screws in steps of 150 ÷ ​​200 mm from each other to the top of the parapet.

Metal parts must always be covered with protective paint. It will not only reduce the impact of the external environment, but will also give the construction a more aesthetic appearance.

The wider brackets, which are installed to expand the base under the frames, will also serve to fix the windowsill inside the balcony.

Preparing to install frames on the

balcony base. In this case, it is necessary to take into account the height at which the insulated floor will be raised. For example, if it is planned to raise it by 100 mm, then a bar having the same size is fixed around the perimeter of the balcony. On such a foundation it will be easier to install glazing frames.

In the upper part of the balcony for fixing frames, can use metal corners, wooden bars, or frames can be screwed to the ceiling using special brackets. If the ceiling is also insulated, it will be necessary to include in the scheme a bar that asks tt for the thickness of the insulation layer.

Preparing the base of the parapet for installing the frames with the by removing the

When the upper part of the balcony is expanded beyond the account of the , the frame is removed for its perimeter, the will have to build a more complex structure for their installation.

Installation is usually carried out using a metal corner, from which a special shelf is cooked.

If there is no welding machine or welding skills, it is possible to build such a structure from a metal profile, reinforcing it with a wooden block, laying it in the cavity of the profile and fixing the floor of the balcony on the parapet and .

Using only the profile, you can not get enough rigidity of the design, and if you install its only from the bar, then under the influence of the external environment the cage with is less durable.

Brackets mounted outside the parapet should be made in the form of triangles - this will give the largest rigidity of the frame.

The upper, protruding part of the structure is also mounted from the corners, connecting them horizontally with the visor, and the vertical posts - with the bottom of the frame. It is best to fix the corners to the height of the entire balcony in addition to the supporting wall of the house and to fasten them to the structure of the projecting part - such a variant nt pr and the skeleton maximum reliability .

If aluminum frames are used for glazing, for which the does not need an to mount a common frame, they can be fixed in the upper part with metal strips. And x is screwed to the front side of the frame and to the upper balcony( to the roof).

Video: example of balcony glazing with removal

Expansion of balcony

If the plans have an increase in the area of ​​the balcony, then the slab of its floor needs to be thoroughly strengthened, so that with the it was removed the main load from the entire structure. The possibility of this action must necessarily be coordinated with specialists, so here you will need the exact engineering calculation of the if the load bearing wall of the house will withstand the additional load.

The extension is carried out using a metal structure that will be attached to the wall of the structure with the removal of its framework limits for the installation of frames. Such a method will help to increase the area in the base of the room by 200 ÷ 300 mm in width, and the window sill for the upper part of the - , taken out for the balcony, is 200 ÷ 250 mm.

Fastening of frames

Fastening of frames( wooden or other) is made by one principle - with the help of special perforated metal strips and anchor screws.

The fasteners fasten the strips to the end sides of the top and bottom of the frame. Often they are used for mounting the sides of the frame. On each side you will need two - three strips for fastening.

Next, the frames are leveled so that they do not accidentally move when attaching, it is recommended to make marks on the wall.

If necessary, wooden spacers and stands are installed between the frame and the wall, which will help to achieve the desired position.

Next, the frame behind the second edge of the perforated strip is fixed to the wall or ceiling with dowels.

Often, for attaching frames to a wall, use anchor fasteners for which the holes are drilled by the .In this case, it is very important to choose an element of the required length, since it must enter the wall no less than 50 ÷ 60 mm.

Complex angles are used for assembling frames on the balcony .For their connection and mutual fixation it is possible to use several receptions of :

• Use a special angular profile that is integrated in the manufacture of frames.

• Install a metal corner in the corners of 80 ÷ 100 mm in size, and fasten the frames to it. Preliminary, the corner must be painted with a special protective paint.
• Attach the frames to a wooden bar, disguised by plastic panels on the outside and inside after installation.
• With wooden frames to solve the issue easier - they are fastened together by corners or a wooden bar.

But here it should also be noted that if the glazing is carried out around the entire perimeter of the room, the will not be warm , as it is impossible to create the required insulation at such connection angles.

After installing the frames, all gaps between the walls and frame profiles are filled with mounting foam. If the gaps are very wide to save, you can first install fragments of expanded polystyrene in some places of gaps, and then apply a mounting foam.

Frame glazing

After the drying foam has dried and the surplus is cut off, it is possible to proceed with the installation of double-glazed windows in the of the euro-frame or the cut glass - into conventional wooden structures.

Installing insulated glass units

When installing insulating glass in the installed frames, it is very important to follow all recommendations.

Before installing the double-glazed windows, special remote pad-pads must be laid in the lower inner part of the frame. They are also sometimes located on the sides and above, between the frame and the double-glazed window.

Fit gaskets so that the ve with with teplopaketa was distributed evenly over the entire length of the profile of the frame. One of the sides of the gasket should protrude slightly behind the perimeter of the trip unit. This must be done in order to prevent cracks in the glazing on the glass. The shtapik at its clogging will select the final location of the lining by sliding its needed( but not more) defined distance.

Next, is carefully installed on top of the gaskets. For the convenience of its installation, professionals use special suckers. They help without problems to raise enough heavy element and install frame in .

Installing a double-glazed window, with a wooden hammer, the potholes are hammered. They must stand tightly in the intended clearance for them and press the double-glazed window to the frame.

After the installation of the double-glazed windows will be completed , go to the installation of the window sill and the insulation of the ceiling, floor and walls.

Wood frame glazing

For glazing wooden frames, small carnations, wooden beads, rubber spatula, putty or sealant, linseed oil and a narrow brush will be required.

When installing the glass in a wooden frame on the balcony, you can face one discrepancy, which in this work is considered the rule. The glazing beads that fix the glass in the window window should be nailed from the outside to protect the frame from moisture penetration, which is not always possible to reproduce in a balcony above the ground floor.

If the frames are small, then glazing can be done before the frame is set on the parapet.

Provided that if the wooden structure is massive, the pre-installed glasses more more its will weight and raise its will not only be problematic, but also dangerous. Therefore, it is necessary to install the glass in the frame from the inside, and there is nothing to worry about if this is carried out ss pr avilno.

The first thing to do before installing glasses - is to process all the window openings in the frames of linseed oil, applying its with the help of a narrow brush. Then you need to wait until the compound in is fed into the wood and dries.

If the frames are painted with paint, then the next step on top of the drying oil on the openings frames painted, which should also dry well.

After that, the grooves of the opening are applied using a rubber spatula with a uniform layer, thickness of 2, 5 ÷ 3 mm, putty. This will prevent water from entering between the glass and the frame.

Then the prepared glass is installed in the frame aperture , on the soft not frozen putty , and gently presses against it.

Next, on the inner side of the glass is applied one more layer of putty, and on it is set with a glazing bead, which is very carefully nailed by carnations. Carnations are placed on the glazing beak vertically or horizontally, since if they are clogged at an angle, it is easy to damage the glass.