Which material should I use?
In the modern market of building materials, it will not be difficult to find a suitable insulation. A greater problem will be the choice of the optimal for you. Currently, very popular and effective are mineral wool, as well as polystyrene. By the way, the insulation of slopes with foam plastic will allow you to save a lot of money without losing the quality of insulation.
It is worth noting that the above construction materials are perfect not only for the insulation of windows, but also for other structural parts: window sills, lintels and window blocks. At the same time, the technology of thermal insulation practically does not differ in any way.
Practical recommendations for thermal insulation of slopes
Before we begin to insulate slopes by our own hands, it is recommended that you first carefully inspect the whole structure for defects and cracks through which cold air can penetrate into the room.
Warning! Inspection should be done not only from the inside of the house or apartment, but also from the outside.
When you have covered all the cracks and holes, you can proceed directly to the very process of thermal insulation of the window structure. The algorithm for carrying out such work is quite simple. So, on the surface of the slope the heat-seal is laid, in the quality of which any of the insulating materials chosen by you stands. In order for the material to adhere tightly to the surface, it is glued with special mastics, which can be purchased at any specialized store.
Warning! The thermal insulation layer should fit snugly against the slope surface. No swellings and voids are allowed, as this will lead to the passage of cold air masses into the housing, and also to condensation.
When the heater is glued, it is covered with finishing materials. It can be plastic panels or the usual drywall. If you have chosen the last material, then take care that it is moisture resistant. After installation, the drywall must be carefully ground and painted.
We learn the basics of insulation for the
season. The method described above assumes insulation on an ongoing basis. There are such cases, and they are not uncommon, when the insulation of window openings is only required for the winter season. For this method of increasing the heat-insulating qualities of window structures, it is most often used cotton wool or strips of foam rubber. The main advantages of such materials are the ease of their installation and dismantling.
Warning! Using cotton wool or foam rubber, the main thing is not to overdo the application of the adhesive, as this will lead inexorably to expensive repairs of windows and elements that are insulated!
It is noteworthy that the seasonal thermal insulation of windows and slopes refers to the ancient ways to detain the cold on the way to getting into an apartment or a house. Of course, you can carefully glue foam every winter or strips of paper on windows and slopes, but, to be honest, it makes sense to do everything once and for all. This will not only save you annual efforts and worries, but will also improve the interior of the premises, making it comfortable, cozy and, most importantly, warm!
