What Kind of Weather Stripping Do I Need?

Author:chinarubberseals 2023-05-31 10:35:30 69 0 0

At present, plastic doors and windows in developed countries have become a highly developed, large-scale production field with mature technology, complete standards and in-depth social cooperation. It is known as the new generation after wood, steel and aluminium windows and doors.

 

Sealing gaps around windows and doors can make your home feel warmer and save you between 10% and 15% on your energy bills. But with so many different types of weather stripping lining the shelves at hardware shops, choosing the right one for a particular job can be like a guessing game.

 

1. The concept of plastic doors and windows

Plastic steel doors and windows are made of: polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resin as the main raw material, adding a certain amount of stabilizers, modifiers, fillers, ultraviolet absorbers and other additives, by extrusion molding process from the molding material.

Customized Shape Water Proof Weather Rubber Seal Strip

Customized Shape Water Proof Weather Rubber Seal Strip

The frames and sashes are then made by cutting and welding, and finally they are matched with accessories such as rubber sealing strips and metal fittings to produce the doors and windows. In order to improve the rigidity of the moulding material, steel liner is added to its cavity, so plastic doors and windows are also known as plastic steel doors and windows. The types are: side hung doors and windows, sliding doors and windows There are two structures: single frame single glass and single frame double glass.

 

What kind of weatherstripping do I need?

To help with DIY weatherstripping projects, we've broken down the most common options by material and profile so you know what to install to keep the chill away.

 

1. V-strip (tension seal)

A V-strip, also known as a tension seal, is a durable plastic or metal strip that folds into a "V" shape and pops open to close the gap.

 

Where it goes?

Along the side of a double-hung or sliding window; at the top and side of a door.

 

How to Install It?

This DIY weather stripping is pretty easy to use. Just cut to desired length with scissors, then peel and stick, or install with finishing nails.

Rubber Seal Strips

Rubber Seal Strips

2. Felt

Felt is sold in rolls and can be plain or reinforced with flexible metal strips. Although cheap, it usually lasts only a year or two.

 

Where it goes?

Around a door or window sash; in the side posts of a door so that it is pressed against the door.

 

How to Install It?

Cut to the required length with a hobby knife and fasten with staples or nails.

 

Where it goes?

Around a door or window sash; in the side posts of a door so that it is pressed against the door.

 

How to Install It?

Cut to the required length with a hobby knife and fasten with staples or nails.

D Shape Extruding Water Proof Rubber Seal Strip

D Shape Extruding Water Proof Rubber Seal Strip

3. Foam tape

Foam tape is made of open or closed cell foam or EPDM rubber with an adhesive backing. Sold in different widths and thicknesses, this type of weather-stopping tape is best suited to irregularly sized cracks.

 

Where it goes?

Top and bottom of the window sash; inside the door frame.

 

How to install?

Cut to length and stick in the desired places.

 

4. Door Sweeps

The door sweep is a flat piece of plastic, aluminium or stainless steel with a nylon, plastic or vinyl or sponge brush to fill the space between the door and the threshold.

 

Where it goes

along the bottom of the inside of the door.

 

How to Install It?

If required, cut to the width of the door and install with screws.


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