How to Weather Strip Your Windows Correctly

Guest Blogger #714, Entry #1657, September 27, 2012

Weather stripping your windows is an easy DIY project that can save your home from those cold winter draughts and save a lot on your home heating bill. Here are some tips to help you weather strip your own windows at home:

Tips to ensure your windows keep your home feeling comfortable

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Watch an online video:

Thankfully, with the modern day internet there are numerous tutorials online to help you learn the technique of weather stripping your windows. You do not have to be a regular do-it-yourselfer to learn how to perform this easy task. Look online for some helpful videos to watch, this will take you far in your first step of learning how to weather strip your windows. For more information look to Rocburn Limited for window openers and tips for your home.

Materials:

Here are the materials that you will need to have on hand before you begin: V-Seal weather strip (which is a thin strip of plastic that can bend and fill in cracks); rubber foam seal for an airtight seal at the bottom of your windows; scissors; tape measure; and small, thin nails to hammer in the weather stripping material (and of course a hammer will be needed, as well). Ensure you have all materials needed and use window information at www.britanniaglass.co.uk.

Clean:

Weather stripping is first applied with a sticky adhesive and then hammered in to keep it secure. In order for this adhesive to stick properly and get the perfect seal, you will want to clean your windows first. Wipe down all around your windows with a gentle soapy water solution– paying close attention to the inside sash and bottom part of your window ledge.

Ensure your windows are ready for the colder weather

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Install:

Once your windows are clean and dry, measure the side sashes of the windows and add an extra inch or so to allow for overhang. Cut your V-strip to the proper length and push it into the sash, pushing the extra length up inside the sash as much as possible. Then peel off the adhesive and hammer in the stripping. Make sure the nails are flush so that they do not impede the closing of the window. Do this on both sides of your window sashes. You can also add the rubber foam to the bottom of your window with a quick measure, cut, and install (the rubber foam also installs easily with a sticky adhesive and you will not need to nail this in to the window).

Voila! Your windows are ready for those chilly winter months!

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