Installation of plastic windows in a wooden house. Features of installing windows in stone, frame and wooden houses Tying window openings in a wooden house

It is known that wooden windows in houses built from timber are rightfully considered the safest and most practical solution favorably affecting the microclimate in the dwelling.

Fundamental in the presented case is that when it shrinks, the window system and walls behave uniformly. The decisive role here is played by their installation according to technology.

Features of installing windows in a wooden house

The assembly of windows in a timber structure has certain features. As you know, wood shrinks. In houses made of chopped logs or during the first 5 years, shrinkage is about 10-13% of the height of the building, while it shrinks no more than 2%.

If there is warping of window structures, the formation of interventional gaps in the walls or cracking of a double-glazed window, this indicates a violation of the technology during the installation process.

1. In houses made of chopped wood, logs, planed or profiled timber, it is advisable to install a window support after shrinkage of the house (not earlier than 1.5 years after construction).
2. The installation of windows after the construction of the log house is not rational due to the lack of the possibility of calculating the shrinkage of the walls. This indicator depends on the moisture content of the timber.
3. In houses made of glued laminated timber, windows can be installed immediately after erection of walls and installation of a roof of the house.
4. The installation of windows must be carried out exclusively by means of sliding joints - support bars and casing. Tying window blocks and pigtail construction to logs or timber is strictly prohibited. Tight fastening during shrinkage leads to a violation of the integrity of the window modules and walls of the building. In fact, the window system must balance separately in relation to the wall.
5. In the upper part above the window frames, it is necessary to provide for a shrinkage margin - a gap of 6-7 cm. Miscalculations of spare gaps can lead to poor closing of windows or interventional gaps in the walls.

Mounting diagram wooden windows

Window opening preparation

Before mounting the box, prepare a window opening. The opening should be rectangular in shape without cracks, recesses, distortions and other flaws. From all its surfaces it is necessary to remove construction waste, dirt, dust and deposits.

In order to avoid distortions in the future, accurate measurements of the external, internal and lateral sides of the opening are required.

In the case when the distortion of the opening is significant, and it is not possible to correct it, it is recommended to expand the parameters of the window in such a way that the highest level of the outer opening exceeds the width by 2.5-4 cm, and the height by 1-2 cm.

To carry out the extension makes it possible to install an additional profile on the window. This will prevent the appearance of gaps between the box and the hole in the areas of maximum skew.

In addition to the option of expanding the size of the opening to correct the skew, there is such an option as increasing the parameters of the window frame.

siege

A special design, which is a wooden box without a bottom crossbar, the purpose of which is to securely fasten the window and maintain the shape of the window frame, regardless of the degree of shrinkage of the house, is called casing or pigtail.

There are several types of this design:

1. Whole. It is made from specially processed solid material.
2. Adhesive. The individual components are made of typesetting boards, connected by means of micro-grooves and glue. All burrs and small knots are removed.
3. Mixed. Part of the casing is made in one piece, and the other part is made using glue. Upon completion of installation, the pigtail is varnished. This type suitable for large window sills.

An okosyachka is made according to the size of each window. However, if it is planned inner lining, then a selection can be made for it. When facing on both sides, sampling is not performed.

The assembly of the casing can begin after the preparation of the window opening.

Its production is carried out as follows:

1. Grooves are made in the base, which is adjacent to the window opening. A beam of the same size is inserted into them, acting as the side of the casing.
2. First, a beam is placed at the bottom of the opening, which will prevent the displacement of the side elements.
3. A seal is placed under the beam from linen tow.
4. Sealing material is placed in the recesses and install the side boards.
5. The final step is fixing the top board of the structure.
6. A space is left on top of the pigtail for the wood to dry out and fill it with a sealant. So in the process of drying the logs, the window opening will not be affected by the load.

Window installation

The window is installed in the following sequence:

1. A waterproofing layer is laid on the lower part of the opening. and sealing material.
2. Install the window frame and fix it with the help of linings or wedges made of wood.
3. Using a building level or plumb line, adjust the horizontals and verticals. In this case, attention should be paid to the actual horizontal and vertical, and not to the sides of the window opening.
4. On each side of the opening, in increments of 50 cm, drill holes.
5. With self-tapping screws fix the box.
6. Perform isolation of the space between the box and the wall sealing material.
7. Next, mount the frame. It is installed in the grooves of the box and attached to it with screws.
8. Window blocks are installed on the box with hinges(separable and inseparable). The difference between them is the possibility of removing the hinge. Detachable are convenient in areas where there is no possibility of raising the window transom. Even fastening of the hinges contributes to the even hanging of window transoms. They are fastened with screws.
9. The sash is locked by means of a locking element or a latch. After checking the opening and closing of the transom, fix the frame using nails.
10. Next, proceed to the installation of window sills. They are mounted from the inside so that the side edges go into the walls by 4.5-5 cm on both sides.
11. Immediately before installation, using a lime-gypsum mixture, align the bottom of the window opening.
12. The window sill is fixed with wedges. After laying the thermal insulation material, it is finally fixed.
13. Installation of ebbs is carried out from the outside of the opening- for the entire width of the frame penetration into the base.
14. The gaps between the casing of the base and the box, as well as the upper and sides of the window, are closed with a casing. It is advisable to use the same type of wood from which the house is built as platbands.
15. All parts of the casing are interconnected. To do this, use spikes, nails or adhesive solution.
16. Preliminary marking of placement fasteners (the step is 10-12 cm).
17. So that in the process of fastening the platbands they do not move, the design can be put on glue.
18. The final step is to fix the platbands with nails or self-tapping screws., and closing the gaps between the base and the platbands with sealing material.

1. For the manufacture of casing, wood with a moisture content of at least 10% is used., otherwise cracks form inside the structure over time.
2. In the manufacture of pigtails is strictly prohibited use metal fasteners.
3. Building foam cannot be used as a sealing material when assembling the casing. In this case, the wood is bonded, which prevents its natural shrinkage.
4. In the process of installing windows, it is important to properly drill holes for them. The optimal distance from the window sill to the floor is 85-90 cm.
5. Experts do not recommend installing windows without installing a pigtail, even if the house was built many years ago and the log house is completely dry. This is due to the fact that throughout the entire life of the tree has a tendency to shrink.
6. To provide greater efficiency and heat retention wooden windows should be installed closer to the outside of the window opening.
7. As a material for the window sill, it is necessary to choose hardwoods. The window sill made of glued wood has the longest service life, the window sill made of solid wood has the shortest service life (as a rule, the product is warped).
8. The corners of the window opening should be 90 degrees, and the diagonals should not differ by more than 10 mm. If the hole in the base is larger than the allowable value, more sealing material will be required. If you do not ensure the evenness of the corners, warping of the box is possible.
9. It is important to correctly calculate the depth of the window in the opening so that the dew point isoline, equal to 10 degrees, passes in its inner part. Then there will be no condensation on the inside of the window.

Basically, in wooden house you can install windows of any design and from any materials: wooden, plastic, aluminum. This is a matter of expediency, aesthetics and the possibilities available to the owner. In practice, translucent structures made of wood and PVC profiles are most often used.

Wooden windows

It's not only traditional version but also the most logical one. Wooden house - wooden windows.

Indeed, this option has obvious advantages:

• wood is a natural material, but it is impregnated with various chemical mixtures;
• a wooden window harmoniously fits into the architecture and interior wooden house;
• material for the manufacture of windows is available and inexpensive, if we are talking about standard "Soviet" wooden windows.

However, wooden frames during operation are in completely different conditions than others. structural elements wooden house. A window in the cold season is a place of increased heat loss. As a result, condensation may form on the glass and frames, moistening the wood of the frames. And wet wood, in turn, is quickly destroyed by bacteria, bugs, and fungus. At the same time, wood inevitably dries out over time: the frames warp, stop closing tightly, all gaps increase and cracks appear in the windows.

Let's summarize the disadvantages of wood:

• the surface requires regular and thorough treatment with protective compounds or painting;
• vulnerable to numerous biodegraders;
• gradually dries up.

Of course, these shortcomings are primarily characteristic of frames made by the traditional carpentry method. Modern technologies woodworking, synthetic protective compounds and well-thought-out design of windows to a large extent offset the mentioned shortcomings. However, the price of such windows is several times higher than that of traditional wooden or plastic ones.

Which windows are better: wooden or plastic - read.

PVC windows in a wooden house

Advantages of windows with frames made of PVC:

• PVC profile is durable, does not rot, does not rust, does not collapse in the sun;
• plastic windows are easy to care for: wipe the frames with a cloth, lubricate the fittings mechanism with a drop of machine oil 1-2 times a year;
• good heat and sound insulation;
• fire safety: plastic does not support combustion, with high temperatures melts;
• a large selection of finishes: dozens of types of lamination that imitates the pattern and texture of wood of various species;
• windows are made according to the size of the customer;
• a large selection of decorative elements (handles, bars, imposts) and additional accessories (sun blinds, etc.);
• the ability to choose glazing depending on specific tasks: tinted, impact-resistant, with increased sound and heat protection, etc.

Production of a plastic window is possible at any of the numerous dealers. That is why today plastic windows are being installed in wooden houses more and more often: both in new buildings and during repairs to replace old wooden windows.

Panoramic glazing

In addition to conventional PVC profile windows, larger glazing options can also be produced. For example, a terrace or veranda can be equipped with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows. There are no worthy alternatives to plastic structures here.

Installation of plastic windows in a wooden house

Installation of PVC windows in different wooden houses is carried out differently, depending on what type of house is glazed: frame, timber or log.

But in any case, the installation of windows in a wooden house is carried out in the following order:

• froze window opening and manufacturing windows in the desired configuration;
• dismantling the old window (if there was one);
• installation of a new window along with a window sill and low tide;
• sealing the perimeter, arranging slopes, cashing;
• installation and, if necessary, adjustment of fittings.

However, first you need to talk in more detail about the features of wooden houses.

Processes occurring in wood

Wood - material natural origin. Freshly harvested wood has a high moisture content. Gradually, the natural moisture content of wood decreases - the material dries, moisture evaporates from it. As a result, the wooden part is reduced in volume. different breeds Trees behave differently when dried. However, coniferous wood, which is widely used in the construction of houses, is characterized by a rather significant reduction in linear dimensions. For example, a board 100 mm wide, sawn from the side of a log and dried to a completely dry state, is reduced in width to 88-92 mm.

Of course, dried wood is used in construction. However, residual moisture is almost always present. It is economically unprofitable to dry the wood to the end.

On the other hand, with seasonal changes in air humidity linear dimensions wooden parts are also changing. In spring and, especially, damp rainy autumn, wood gains moisture and expands; in hot, dry summers, the material dries out and its linear dimensions decrease. It turns out that a wooden house is always in motion - it “breathes”.

But that is not all. Softwood contains a lot of resin. Over time, this resin evaporates and the dimensions wood detail decrease - the tree dries up. Of course, covering wood with all kinds of varnishes and paints slows down this process, but does not stop it.

Construction of a wooden house

Simplistically, there are three types of construction of wooden houses: log, timber and frame. They "breathe" differently. The most stable frame house. Due to the design features, its dimensions almost do not change during operation. The log house is the most mobile. A log house is somewhere in the middle: it is more stable than a log house, but more mobile than a frame one.

Why is a log house so movable? There are several reasons for this. Firstly, for the logs to dry well, it takes a lot of time - several years. At this time, they need to be stored somewhere, guarded, and these are some kind of costs. Therefore, as a rule, a log house is built from logs with a fairly large residual moisture content.

Secondly, during the construction of a traditional log house, the logs are processed manually. Of course, the craftsmen carefully adjust the adjacent crowns to each other, but the looseness of the adjoining logs is inevitable. Logs in a log house are pressed against each other under their own weight and deform somewhat: gradually the space between adjacent logs is reduced, and the log house settles in height. Especially noticeable in the first year or two after construction.

Thirdly, caulk. The gaps between adjacent crowns are caulked. The material can be used differently: linen tow, moss, jute. Over time, it becomes denser, insects and microorganisms eat it, birds pull out fibers for nests - the height of the walls decreases. Then the house is caulked again: the master hammers the material into the gaps between the logs, causing the walls to rise slightly.

Installing a window into a wall log house takes these features into account. The window is mounted in the wall not directly, but indirectly - in the casing (pit).

Casing: purpose and device

The casing is a special wooden frame that is installed in window and doorways chopped and timber houses. It does not interfere with shrinkage, but at the same time does not allow the resulting stresses to be transmitted to the window or door. Without casing, the load from settling walls can jam and even destroy the window.

Exist different designs casing But fundamentally they are similar:

• the casing is connected to the wall using the “thorn-groove” method and sealed with tow: thanks to this, the wall of the house can move along the casing with changes in humidity or shrinkage, remaining in the same plane;
• above the casing in the window opening, a free gap of 5–8 cm is provided, which decreases as the log house settles;
• the gaps between the wall and the casing are sealed with tow and covered with platbands.

Properly selected and installed casing performs the function of a bearing element, does not interfere with the walls of the log house to “breathe”, is not blown through, and looks aesthetically pleasing.

From all that has been said, it follows that the casing is a necessary element of a log house or a log house, the walls of which are subject to shrinkage. For frame house casing is not a mandatory element: the window is mounted in the frame.

Replacing old wooden windows with plastic ones

Due to the peculiarities of operation, wooden windows deteriorate much faster than other elements of the house. The problem is not only that the windows after several dozen stains look ugly and sloppy. In winter, cold air blows in from the street through an old dried-up window, and warm air comes out: heating costs rise, but it is cold in the house.

Therefore, the replacement of old windows is one of the most urgent measures to reduce operating costs and maintain an aesthetic appearance Houses. PVC profile windows are perfect for this.

In the villages there are still many log houses built 50-70 and even 100 years ago. They were built by carpenters using simple hand tools. The accuracy of manufacturing parts was not high, so often in an old wooden house there are no two windows of the same size. They differ in width and height by 1–3 cm.

Here, it is very useful to order plastic windows according to individual sizes. You should carefully measure each window that needs to be replaced, and use the resulting figures when placing an order.

Then the old window is carefully dismantled, and a new plastic one is mounted in its place; the casing remains in place. Such work does not take much time and, if you have certain skills and experience, you can do it on your own. Or rely on the experience and knowledge of the company that will produce the window according to your order.

Whatever windows - plastic or wooden - you choose to install in your house, before buying or ordering them, thoroughly think over all the nuances of the upcoming installation: what material to seal the perimeter, how to finish the slopes, which casing to put on the inside, and which one on the outside, etc. P. Do not forget about the window sill and low tide.

Installing windows in a wooden house is easier than in brick or concrete buildings. This operation has a number of features, which we will discuss below.

Preparatory procedures are half the battle. a lot will depend on them.

Dismantling of old frames

Before inserting windows in a wooden house, it is necessary to dismantle the old ones. If your house is new and there are no double-glazed windows at all, you can skip this paragraph. Most offices for the dismantling of old windows will take 50% of the cost of new ones. Therefore, to carry out this procedure independently is beneficial from an economic point of view. In addition, it does not require special skills.

Tip: old frames can be used for greenhouses or outbuildings.

Armed with a puller, a screwdriver and other tools, you will need to dismantle. We start with the sashes: open them, remove them from the hinges and pull them out. Next, remove the frames, window sill and other elements.

Creating a simple casing

If we are talking about an old building and such elements already exist, you can skip this paragraph. Before you install a window in a wooden house, you need to create a "casing". An okosyachka is a structure along the opening, which saves the frames from all kinds of damage. The beam (including the "round timber") begins to deform over time - this process is called shrinkage. So that it does not affect the brand new double-glazed window, and install this design.

It is created as follows:

• We cut out protrusions from a medium-sized timber (3 pieces - for each side of the opening). They will be needed to create carriages (side elements). The end bars should be set to a depth of 5 cm.
• At the ends of each of the elements we create grooves - for reliable fixation. So that they do not creak, we cover the structure with rolled tow. Such a measure will also increase the thermal insulation of the window.
• We get a U - shaped design. It must be mounted in the opening using large nails (200 mm) or special self-tapping screws.

There are other options for creating a pigtail, but this one is the simplest.

We prepare tools and materials

We will need the following:

• Powerful drill and screwdriver.
• Level (preferably laser).
• Chisel.
• Roulette.
• Gloves.
• Mounting foam (or similar material).
• Pliers.
• Spacer bars (you can do it yourself).
• anchor plates.
• Hexagon (it will be needed for finishing fittings).
• Anchor screws.

Main front of work

From preliminary procedures we pass to the final stages.

Measurements and design

Self-installation of PVC windows in a wooden house begins with measurements. You will need to do the following:

• Armed with a tape measure, measure all sides to the nearest millimeter.
• We draw on paper a project of the future window with the preservation of all proportions.
• We mark the places of separation, vents and other components that you want to see in your double-glazed window.
• Having on hand ready plan, you can contact the company for the manufacture of windows.

Starting stage - window sill

Installation must begin with the window sill, as it is the basis of the entire structure. Install it like this:

• Two grooves with a depth of no more than 10 cm are cut from the side in the box. This will allow you to securely fix the window sill.
• We apply it and, if necessary, level it with wooden plates prepared earlier.

Tip: if you mount the window sill at the end, a gap will form, which will need to be repaired regularly. Installing it under the frame increases the efficiency of the design.

• Having achieved an even location, we fix the window sill with the help of self-tapping screws. Under the hat you need to put a rubber gasket - this will prevent possible cracking of the plastic.
• We drill holes where the window sill will cover the frame. They need to be done at low speeds so as not to damage the plastic. If you use a powerful drill, during drilling, it may begin to melt, so it is better to arm yourself with a screwdriver.
• Adjust the level. The window sill must be strictly horizontal!

Some manufacturers offer double-glazed windows without window sills (they are purchased separately and installed at the end). We advise you to purchase all the items at once from one seller - it's more reliable.

Preparing the ground for future work

Do not rush to remove the factory film - it will protect the structure from damage. We work in the following sequence:

1. We take out the frames and install the handle. To do this, put it in a horizontal position, fix it with bolts and lower it down.
2. We mark on the side racks the places for drilling the holes necessary for fixing the frames. Drill - 6 mm, respectively, self-tapping screw - 5 mm. On each side rack you need to make 2 holes (total - 4). They should be located at a distance of 30-40 cm from the lower and upper ends of the beam.
3. In order for the self-tapping screw to securely rest on the frame, it is necessary to drown it. To do this, use a 10 mm drill to make holes to the iron frame. The cap should freely enter the cavity of the beam.

We mount a PVC window

The turn of the most crucial stage has come - the installation of frames. We put the finished structure in the opening. We adjust on both sides of the frame and control them with a tape measure and a level. The distance from the sash to the pigtail on both sides should be the same (within 1 cm). You also need to control the verticality of the installation. This can be done with a plumb line.

Having achieved an even position, we put a spacer bar between the box and the frame. It will act as a stop during installation - without it, when screwing in the screws, the frame can go to the side. Having installed the bars, once again carefully check the evenness of the location along the slope. After making sure that the window is perfectly horizontal (vertical), we fix the window with self-tapping screws. They should be located between the window and the box.

This method of installing the box is different high reliability and mobility - with wood deformations, the frame will not warp. This is achieved due to the fact that the self-tapping screws are able to go in the direction of skew.

• We insert the adjusting plates between the drain holes (they are needed to drain condensate - without them, the double-glazed window will inevitably fog up).
• We insert a double-glazed window into the opening. It should not stand tightly - this is due to seasonal deformations of wood and other materials.

Important! If you find that there is no standard gap (5-7 mm), contact the manufacturer, as this is an obvious defect.

• We evenly install the double-glazed window and fix it with the help of glazing beads (they should be included in the kit) with profile spikes. You need to tap on them until a characteristic click appears, signaling the correct insertion.
• All existing gaps are filled with mounting foam. After 2-3 hours, cut off the excess with a knife.

This completes the installation of windows in a wooden house with your own hands.

A few words about cash

First of all, it is needed to increase the insulating properties and hide flaws. It closes the foamed cracks, which completely prevents the possibility of cold air entering inside. There is a second function - aesthetic. Cashing windows in a wooden house favorably frames the opening, giving it an attractive appearance.

It can be performed from various materials most often made of plastic. These are ready-made structures that only need to be fixed with self-tapping screws along the perimeter of the window. However, carved cashing is sometimes performed for wooden houses. It can be made to order or independently, if a person has carpentry skills. After installation, the cashing is covered with an antiseptic and wood varnish - this will prolong its life.

Korovin Sergey Dmitrievich

Master of Architecture, graduated from the Samara State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. 11 years of experience in design and construction.

Due to their performance characteristics, double-glazed windows made of PVC material have gained particular popularity among the population. They are mounted in buildings and structures built of concrete, brick, wood. It is necessary to insert plastic windows in a wooden house by following certain rules.

Important installation details

Starting the installation, you need to prepare the equipment that will be required: a building level and a plumb line, and also know how to insert a plastic window. It is necessary to install a PVC window, strictly observing the placement in the plane according to the level. This will ensure the correct operation of all elements, the sashes will not spontaneously close and open.

PVC window installation technology involves its correct placement in the plane according to the level

When purchasing plastic structures, you need to buy additional special fasteners for installation. The frame is fixed in the pigtail of a wooden structure using self-tapping screws and special fasteners.. Observing technological process and correct installation plastic windows in a wooden house, you are guaranteed to receive window blocks that will last for a long time.

The window frame is fixed with anchor plates.

If the sashes are dismantled, the structure will become much lighter and it will be easier to move it, however, mounting plastic windows in a wooden house alone is still not recommended. To pull out the sash, you need to remove the pins from the hinges.

How to install PVC double-glazed windows

Do-it-yourself installation of plastic windows in a wooden house is carried out in stages:

• preparatory activities before installation;
• installation of PVC windows;
• control-checking the location in space;
• blowing foam.

To understand how to install plastic windows both in a wooden house and from a bar or log house, we will consider each stage in more detail.

Performing preparatory work

First of all, you need to take the exact dimensions by measuring the opening, and order a window structure from a trusted manufacturer. To do this, most often they invite a representative of a company that manufactures plastic frames. You can take measurements yourself. After that, they determine the color of the structure and the completeness of the fittings necessary for the functioning of the window.

When the manufacturer delivers the products to the site, the following steps must be taken:

• if a decision is made to replace the installed windows in the old opening, first of all, it is necessary to dismantle the structure;
• after which they clean dust, dirt and remove debris that got into the opening from dismantling;
• it is worth aligning the opening if its geometry is broken.

After completing the preparation, they insert a plastic window into a wooden house with their own hands.

Fastening the window structure in the prepared opening

We install the window sill first, it will be the basis for the double-glazed window, so you need to put it strictly in level (horizontally). For fastening strength, cuts are made on the sides of the box about 8 mm deep. Adjustment is carried out using plastic plates or boards. Fastening takes place with self-tapping screws to the bottom of the box. When screwing in, it is worth putting washers under the head of the self-tapping screw, this will prevent damage to the surface.

The next step will be correct installation pens. The film that protects the structures should not be removed, it protects them from damage when windows are being installed. When attaching, the handle must be placed horizontally. When all the fittings have been assembled, the installation of metal-plastic windows begins.

First you need to set the PVC frame in level. A frame is placed on two-centimeter bars and leveled horizontally using a water level. After that, go to the vertical alignment.

Having obtained the ideal parameters at the water level, they fix the frame with self-tapping screws to the pigtail, using mounting fasteners that were specially bought in the store. It is important not to get a self-tapping screw into the crest of the log where the pigtail is installed.

Fix the frame with self-tapping screws

After fixing the window element, we get 2-centimeter gaps around it for polyurethane foam.

Before applying the mounting foam, you need to hang the sashes so that after foaming the frame profile does not bend and damage the window. It is important to remember that foam can only be applied when the sash is closed..

Construction control and foaming

After hanging the sashes, you need to check how the double-glazed window opens and closes. If the window, which is half open, does not close and does not move further, then the frame is considered to be set correctly and the alignment is correct. Having closed the sash, foaming is performed with foam for installation and left for complete fixation for a day.

Why is casing made for plastic windows in a log house?

To get high-quality PVC windows in a wooden house, you must strictly observe the installation features, that is, install them on a special frame (base). The need for such a design is due to the peculiarities of buildings made of wood. Unlike a building made of stone (concrete or brick), a wooden panel house is unstable over a long period.

Casing prevents deformation of the frame during shrinkage of the house

The building will sit in the first five years after its erection. In this case, the walls dry up to 6 cm. This important nuance must be taken into account when installing a plastic window in frame house. It is clear that it is impossible to simply insert a plastic window in a wooden house, it is necessary to create a structure for the opening, which has the name casing, they also say - a pigtail. Its direct purpose is to prevent wall shrinkage from affecting the frame, so the pigtail:

• strengthens the opening;
• bears the burden;
• prevents shrinkage.

An okosyachka looks like a box made of thick boards. The structure is fastened in the side rack to the groove, while fasteners are not used. Above the pigtail there is a shrinkage compensation gap for a wooden house. There are several options for installing it:

• a groove is cut in the log where the bar is placed. Self-tapping screws are screwed into the last element of the embedded beam;
• a groove is cut out in the racks on the sides of the structure, a spike is cut out from the end of the log in the opening;
• a groove is made at the end of the logs, a spike is located on the side posts of the box.

Casing device options

To get a high-quality design, you need to follow the technology for installing plastic windows in a wooden house. To begin with, they cover the ridges of the logs with insulation and fasten it with staples or small carnations. This stage is necessary to insulate the house and eliminate squeaks. Then the lower crossbar of the casing is mounted, and carriages (side racks of pigtails) are stuffed onto the ridges, the upper jumper is laid in the upper groove of the racks. After collecting the box, carefully connect it with self-tapping screws, it is important that they do not fall into the logs.

The cracks that are visible in the opening after the installation of the casing must be filled with tow or insulation. Then comes standard installation plastic windows in a frame house or log house.

Cracks are sealed with insulation or tow

The compensation gap is filled with flat planks pre-wrapped with tow. When shrinking, the walls are gradually knocked out. To do this, remove the upper casing and, having knocked out the plank, put it back.

The final stage in the glazing of a wooden structure

Finishing after installing PVC windows in a log house is done in the same way as wooden ones, that is, after installing the frame structure and insulation, they put wooden trim. When ordering PVC windows in a wooden structure, you should look at the option for the wood texture, this will allow them to look harmoniously against the background of a logged structure.

Many manufacturers of PVC structures offer not only classic white version frame colors. You can order any shade that the customer wishes. Colored plastic frames will cost a little more but become more suitable option for a house made of natural materials.

When ordering, it is important to correctly measure the opening and not make a mistake in the width of the window sill. Self-installation of a PVC window in a wooden house, knowing all the nuances, is not such a complicated process. You can do it yourself, without resorting to the help of expensive installers.

Do-it-yourself installation of plastic windows in a wooden house

I hope no one will argue that since the moment they appeared on the construction market, plastic windows have proven themselves only on the positive side, although there are a few unpleasant moments, but still. It is because of the excellent performance and ease of installation that more and more homeowners prefer them. PVC windows can be easily installed in any window opening, but when installing in a wooden house, you need to take into account a number of nuances, without which all your work will go down the drain. Further on the article we will consider what these nuances are and we will analyze all the stages of installing windows with our own hands.

Materials and tools

To accomplish this task, in addition to PVC windows, we will need the following materials:

Material

Characteristics	Purpose
bar	150*100	Casing installation
Board	50*100	Casing installation
Lnovatin	Insulation of the sides of the casing
Quality insulation	Insulation of the thermal gap on top of the casing
Thermal waterproofing tape	Thermal gap waterproofing
Galvanized self-tapping screws	Casing fastening
Screws for concrete	Nagel MRS	Fixing PVC - windows
Linings	Plastic	Window installation
sealant	Seam sealing
Mounting foam	Closing the gap between frame and casing

From the tools we will prepare this:

• Perforator, drill, screwdriver;
• Chain saw, ordinary saw, grinder;
• Hammer and rubber mallet;
• Paint knife, ordinary knife, pliers, furniture stapler, screwdriver;
• Building level, tape measure;
• Foam gun.

Preparatory work

1. We dismantle old windows (if any), check whether there is a pigtail or how it is also called casing and what condition it is in (casing is the most important element of a window opening in a wooden house and therefore this stage is very, very important). If there is a pigtail, and it is in good condition - you are lucky, you got rid of a lot of work, but if it is not there or it is in a deplorable state, then read below how to install it.

2. We check the opening for defects, such as rot, chips and eliminate them.

3. We process the opening with a special composition intended for wood, of which there are a lot in hardware stores and proceed to the main work.

Instructions for PVC installation- windows

Step 1: As I wrote above, the pigtail plays, perhaps, a key role in our task of installing plastic windows. But first things first, the casing is such a structural element that prevents the windows from deforming during the shrinkage of a wooden house and therefore its installation is mandatory.

There are several modifications of this design, namely:

1. Casing in a “mortgage block”;
2. Casing in the "deck";
3. Casing in the "thorn monolith";
4. "Fine" casing box.

Most often, the last two options are used, we will also not reinvent the wheel and will make a “monolith spike” casing.

First: Knowing the dimensions of the future window, we mark and cut out the corresponding opening.

Advice: From above, we cut the window opening 5 - 10 cm higher than the pigtail will be installed. This is done in order to provide a thermal gap.

Second: We mark the future groove, usually it is made five centimeters in size. After marking, chain saw choose a groove.

Third: We process the side bars. At the first stage, we should get a t - shaped beam “monolith spike”. After sawing out this figure, we just have to make a bed for the top, that is, the upper jumper, it all looks like this.

Advice: If it is supposed to finish the house from the outside, then we buy rough material, but if the house is not additionally finished on the outside, then we use finishing material based on glued laminated timber.

Fourth: We process the window opening and all the elements of the pigtail with a special tool that protects the tree from decay and other troubles. At the same stage, it is necessary to make thermal insulation between the wall of the house and the pigtail; for this purpose, it is best to use lnovatin.

Fifth: We install the side elements of the casing, then we measure and cut the board for the top bar (top). The top bar needs to be cut out so that it fits into the groove of the side bars with little effort. After installing all the elements, we fix them to the walls of the house with the help of self-tapping screws.

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Sixth: We insulate the thermal gap left on top of the casing, this is best done using high-quality insulation installed both on the outside of the window and on the inside. Then, the insulation must be hydro- and vapor-insulated with a tape specially designed for such purposes, such a tape has a self-adhesive strip, but for more reliable fastening it is better to walk on it with a furniture stapler.

From all that I described above, the following should turn out:

Important: Never use mounting foam to isolate the thermal gap, because after hardening it will turn into a very hard substance that will transfer all the loads associated with shrinkage of the house, windows and the pigtail will cease to perform its functions.

Step 2: We proceed directly to the installation of a plastic window in a wooden house, this step, like the previous ones, will be divided into several stages.

1. We take out the double-glazed window from the window frame. We start with the opening sash, insert the handle into the groove and move it to the open position, the sash does not need to be opened. We remove the rod of the upper hinge, open the sash and remove it from the lower hinge.

2. We remove the side glazing beads from the “deaf” sash, for this, with a thin object, for example, with a knife, we bend the glazing beads towards the double-glazed window and back, they should click and remove them. After all the glazing beads are removed, we put on gloves, since the edges of the double-glazed window are very sharp and carefully remove the double-glazed window.

Advice: To avoid falling out of the double-glazed window, first remove the side glazing beads and only then the lower and upper ones.

3. We drill holes in the frame for fasteners. For this purpose, we use a drill 6 * 70 or longer. We drill holes for fasteners at a distance of 15 cm from the corners and imposts of the frame and no more than 70 cm from each other.

4. We try on the prepared window frame, having previously placed plastic linings under the corners and impost. Then we align the window frame using the same linings and the building level, applying it to the attachment points of the glazing beads and installing linings where necessary. Make sure that the upper part of the frame does not rest against the casing. The gap at the top must be at least 1 cm.

5. After the frame is leveled and the necessary wedges are placed, we proceed to drilling the walls. You cannot cope with such a task alone, because one person will have to drill, and the other will have to hold the window box and look at the level so that the verticality of the window does not go astray. To begin with, we drill two holes at the top and bottom of the box, insert screws into them, for fastening we will use concrete screws (MRS dowel), we twist them, but not completely, as it may be necessary to adjust the lateral deflection of the window box. After leveling the window, tighten all the screws.

Advice: It is not necessary to tighten the screws too much, as you can knock down the verticality of the window. It will be enough to slightly drown the head of the screw into the plastic.

6. We foam the gaps between the window frame and the casing. Fifteen minutes later, as soon as the foam hardens, you can insert double-glazed windows and finish the window opening. fine finish we will not touch on this topic, since this topic is very extensive.

How to make slopes for plastic windows, read here.

On this, the installation of plastic windows in a wooden house can be considered complete, good luck with your work!

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Do-it-yourself installation of plastic windows in a wooden house: installation features, instructions, video

Plastic double-glazed windows have gained popularity because of their performance. But can they be used in the construction and repair of wooden buildings? Of course, you can and should.

Installing plastic windows in a wooden house has a lot of differences and features. The process includes a number of preparatory manipulations, primarily related to the fact that the structure tends to sag over time.

We install a PVC window in a private house

Features of the technology for installing PVC windows in a wooden house of a new or old building do not have a strong difference. In any case, experts recommend technology using casing - time-tested, this technology allows you to avoid deformation, regardless of the material from which it is made.

Installing a plastic window in a wooden house or cottage with your own hands will require some knowledge and skills from the performer. Of course, if there are none, then it is better to turn to specialists. Complexity self-assembly PVC systems in a wooden house lies in the fact that the frame is fastened using a tongue-and-groove mechanism. This design allows you to create such operating conditions in which the deformation and subsidence of wood does not have a direct effect on the double-glazed window.

According to statistics, a wooden house can shrink up to 30 cm. Depending on the material, due to the drying of wood for 1 year after the construction of the building, the amount of shrinkage of the structure per meter of height is:

• log: 40-60 mm;
• beam: 30-40 mm;
• beam glued 10-30 mm.

These factors should not be neglected, since the subsidence of the structure already in the first year threatens to crush the window with the crowns of the wall structure.

Shrinkage of the walls can also occur after 5 years of operation of the house under the influence of seasonal changes in the composition and humidity of the air. At the same time, the installation of windows in old houses also implies the presence of casing.

So, consider the algorithm for installing PVC systems in wooden houses.

Stage number 1. Preparatory work

Before starting direct installation, it is necessary to carry out a number of preparatory measures:

• dismantling the old window (if replacement is taking place);
• cleaning the opening from dirt and debris;
• make the necessary measurements and calculations;
• drawing up a drawing and fixing the measurement parameters of the opening;
• alignment of the contours of the sides of the window opening, if the hole has an irregular shape;
• leveling is performed using putty or sealant;
• decide on the design and functionality (number of doors, their size, which of them will open);
• determine the manufacturer and color of the product.

Only after completing all the above manipulations, we order a window from the manufacturer, taking into account individual wishes.

Stage number 2. Installation

As soon as the windows are delivered and the necessary preliminary work has been carried out, you can proceed directly to the installation. Tools:

• drill;
• construction level;
• chisel;
• screwdriver;
• roulette;
• mallet;
• pliers;
• anchor plates and bolts;
• key for adjusting windows;
• mounting foam;
• spacer wedges;
• spray bottle with water.

Casing: purpose, types and design

The casing is a box-shaped structure, which is made of three or four boards and installed around the perimeter inside the opening.

The system allows you to install a plastic window yourself, so that the window is fixed independently of the main wall structure and has a floating character. The window system is fixed with the help of grooves on the side, which are mounted on spikes protruding from the end of the logs and timber.

To fix and seal the casing, only tow, linen or fiber insulation is used. In any case, mounting foam.

Thus, the shrinkage of the walls of a wooden structure in no way affects the window and, moreover, will not damage it. Depending on the fasteners, casings can be classified into the following types:

• into a spike. Such a design is characterized by the presence of a spike, which is mounted on the side parts of the casing, and a groove, which is located in the logs of the opening;
• in a mortgage bar. The basis of the fastening is a bar, which is placed in a groove at the ends of the opening and passes through the casing posts;
• into the deck. The spike is located at the ends of the logs of the window opening, but the groove is in the casing posts.

The box is a floating mechanism that excludes deformation of the plastic window during operation, regardless of the type of casing installation.

Calculations should be made with high accuracy, since even a slight error can lead to deformation of the window frame or leakage of the structure. Besides, correct installation- this is a guarantee of the quality of the plastic window itself.

How to make a pigtail (casing)

The design can be of two types: complex and simple. A simple pigtail is the system described above, with bars and grooves. The complex design is performed somewhat differently: a comb is cut out in the window opening, on which a carriage with grooves is put on. This option is more reliable. When the walls shrink, the comb can slide and does not allow vertical deviations, excluding pressure on the window frame.

The casing, as a rule, is made of timber. Using a wood chisel, a 0.5 cm groove is knocked out in the center of the beam, and a spike (0.5x0.5x.25 cm) is cut out from one end. A comb with spikes 0.5x0.5 cm is cut from the end of the opening logs. To do this, you can use a saw or a chisel.

After the comb is ready, we proceed to install the risers and form the opening structure between them. The bars are set according to the level, taking into account the gaps for shrinkage of the walls (1 cm on the sides and 0.5 cm on top). The frame of the bars is strengthened with the help of grooves with the main canvas of the walls and dowels between them. The gaps left are sealed with tow or other fiber. That's all, now you can proceed with the installation of the plastic frame itself. You can see the process in more detail in this video:

Stage number 3. Installation in the prepared opening

After carrying out the necessary preparatory work and installation of the pigtail, you can proceed with the installation of the window.

To begin with, we check the dimensions and location of the parallels, the gaps between the casing and the frame. The stock for foaming should be: 4-5 cm at the top, 2-3 cm in width and height, 3-4 cm in the window sill area. After making sure that the stock corresponds to these indicators, we proceed directly to the installation of a plastic frame.

Fasten the window with special fasteners, which are sold at any hardware store. They are metal plates with holes.

Installation of a plastic window should be carried out according to the level. If you neglect this factor, then you risk getting a tilted design, which significantly reduces the operational and aesthetic objectives of the window.

After the window is fixed in the opening, it is necessary to fill the gap with mounting foam. To avoid displacement of the structure during foaming, bars are placed that will maintain the position of the frame without deviations. After drying, do not forget to remove it.

Securing the window in the casing is done with care. In this case, you must choose correct location screw tightening. Under no circumstances should a window be fixed in the ridge area!

That's all, we finish the process by completely foaming the opening. We put on the sashes and let the foam dry.

We presented The right way installation of plastic windows in a wooden house. This process can be difficult, so if you are unsure of your abilities, it is better to turn to professionals.

However, installing a plastic window with your own hands is a significant cost savings. We offer you to watch a video instruction for installing a window with your own hands:

Installing plastic windows in a wooden house: do-it-yourself installation video

Repair work in a wooden house differs significantly from similar buildings in a different form. Most companies do not provide a guarantee for installations carried out here, especially plastic windows. Isn't this a reason to think about DIY installation? armed step by step video, can be achieved quality result significantly saving the family budget.

Features of installing a window system in a wooden house

There are many prejudices about wooden houses. The service life of PVC windows installed here depends entirely on the quality of the building itself and compliance with the technology of the installation process.

You can not start working with a window opening in a new wooden house right away. In order to avoid deformation in the future, it is recommended to wait some time for the structure to stand, the wood to dry out, excess moisture to evaporate from it, and the walls to become static. Thus, the chance of mowing the opening is minimized.

As a place for a window, do not choose the outer part of a wooden house. The opening can be in the center or closer to one of the corners, but not in contact with it.

The installation process itself is not too laborious: it can be carried out with one pair of hands in a few hours. The subtleties of the preparatory work depend on whether the windows have already been installed before or whether the casing needs to be created from scratch. Similar technology can be used for PVC mounting to any wooden building: bathhouse, gazebo, etc.

Preparing the Workspace

For hand-made installation of plastic windows, you need a reliable base - a frame. If the previous windows were installed within the last few years, did not have time to acquire physical damage and rot, then you can use the box from them as a frame for the new system. With this option, measurements are made according to the new size of the opening, focusing on the preserved box.

If PVC is installed in a new building, then you will have to take care of the pigtail. This is the name of the design that prevents the window system from deformation. There are several types of it:

• With a mortgage bar;
• In the groove of a log wall;
• On a spike in the wall;
• With a quarter.

Using a rag, you can remove dirt, dust and start measuring. The reliability and expediency of carrying out all further work depends on their accuracy: inattention at this stage can jeopardize the entire installation.

Advice. If the opening is distorted, then to create a plan with measurements, they are guided by the supposedly correct geometric shape and right angles, and the deformations are removed with a sealant or ordinary putty.

Window sill installation and window preparation

The window sill is the basis of the entire window system, therefore its installation must be carried out with a level: the horizontal surface must be ideal both from the longitudinal and transverse positions.

To do the work with your own hands, the following algorithm of actions is used:

1. Small recesses (at least 5 mm) are made in the window box for additional fixation of the window sill.
2. Using plates made of fiberboard, plastic or wood treated with an antiseptic, level the level of the window sill.
3. With the help of self-tapping screws, the installation of the window sill is carried out. A gasket or washer must be placed under the caps to prevent cracks. For self-tapping screws, you need to choose a place where they will be hidden by a future window. Usually, it is located at a distance of 2-4 cm from the end.
4. After installing the window sill, its horizontalness is checked using the building level.

As for the window itself, it is necessary to attach the handle in the downward position (closed state) before installation.

Window installation

Installing a window in a prepared area of ​​a wooden house is no different from installing it in another structure. The process is performed in the following sequence:

1. Marking the window frame and drilling mounting holes. The procedure is performed using a 6 mm drill for the corresponding self-tapping screw 1 mm smaller in diameter.
2. Installation of the system in the opening. At the same time, they are guided by the window sill, the even level of which, thanks to additional control, is beyond doubt. The center is determined using a centimeter tape.
3. Level relative to the wall. To make the window parallel to the wall surface, use a plumb line. If it is trimmed with siding, which allows you to place a level between the trim and the wall, then you can use it.
4. Fixing a beam that would completely fill the space between the window and its frame. It will become the focus for further installation. Installation without it may lead to overlapping of the window opening-closing mechanism.
5. The window is fastened with self-tapping screws from the bottom and top of the side posts, so that they do not interfere with the free opening of the window in the box.
6. Foaming of cracks and removal of its excess.

Installing a PVC window with your own hands can save up to 60% of the family budget. following detailed instructions their installation will make the structure resistant to seasonal deformations of the tree, extending the life of the system for a long time.

Greetings dear readers!

I decided to replace the old windows in a wooden house on my own. This is not at all easy, so before that I reviewed a bunch of sites and forums, talked with friends who performed the installation. And he singled out for himself the basic rules in the installation.

First you need to take measurements of windows in order to know the exact dimensions and order the window correctly.

Next, you need to dismantle the old windows. Then he prepares the installation site of the window, for this you need to remove the dust and debris accumulated during dismantling. Next, we install the window sill and prepare the plastic window for installation. Then install the window itself.

At first it seems very simple, but there are little nuances, given that you can easily do it. I want to tell you more about the installation later in this article.

Do-it-yourself installation of plastic windows in a wooden house. Installation technology. Instruction, photo

Do-it-yourself installation of plastic windows into the prepared pigtail of a wooden house, like other construction and installation works, is carried out using a building level and a plumb line.

It is very important that the plastic windows in the house are strictly level, otherwise an open, for example, window sash will close itself or, on the contrary, open under its own weight. Thus, the technology of installing plastic windows in the pigtail of a wooden house includes setting it in terms of level and plumb before fixing the window.

Here is our, developed by our own experience, instructions for installing plastic windows in a log house.

First, I would like to note one point that you will need to remember when buying plastic windows: When you buy windows, it would be good to immediately buy mounting brackets for them, ideally 6 pieces per window.

These are iron plates (see photo) which, with the help of little effort, are fixed in special technical slides on the sides of the window frame. Thus, the frame is attached to the pigtail using self-tapping screws through these mounting fasteners.

Many installers of plastic windows during installation fix the window by drilling through the frame, but this is a violation of technology, and the tightness of special air chambers in the profile of a plastic window is thus violated, so this is not our method.

Plastic windows in a wooden house are generally a very capricious thing, but if the correct installation technology is followed, then such windows in your house will last a long time without upsetting their owners with all sorts of distortions and other problems.

In order to prevent the installation of windows with your own hands from becoming a torment, we advise you to remove the window sashes from the window frame. To remove them, you need to pull the pins out of the loops. Without window sashes, the frame weighs a little, and it will be much more convenient to tilt it, which will greatly facilitate the installation of windows.

The instructions for installing plastic windows in a prepared pigtail of a wooden house are as follows:

Align the window. We put the window on the lower part of the opening on chips about 2 cm thick and adjust it horizontally in level. To set the horizontal level the best tool in our opinion is the water level.

You can't deceive water, it always levels off with the horizon.

Thus, setting the window exactly at the horizon level, placing chips of the required thickness under the frame for this, it will leave about a two-centimeter gap below for foaming with mounting foam, we proceed to setting the vertical level so that the window sashes do not live their lives.

How the vertical level is set when installing a plastic, and indeed any other window, I think it’s not worth explaining in detail, everything is clearly visible in the photo.

After we put the window on the level, we fasten it to the pigtail with self-tapping screws through the above-mentioned mounting fasteners.

There is one technological point here - do not hit the crest of the log on which the pigtail sits with a self-tapping screw.

It is better to screw in the self-tapping screw a little obliquely than to deprive the design of the pigtail of independence from the log house in terms of the free movement of the gun carriages along the ridges of the logs.

The next step in our instructions for installing plastic windows in a wooden house is to fix the window sashes. It is necessary to hang the sashes on the window before foaming, but if you foam the frame without sashes, the mounting foam can slightly bend the frame, and the sashes will close / open poorly.

Thus, if the technology is correctly followed and the installation of the pigtail and the plastic window is evenly done, your window should stand in such a way that distances of about 2 cm for mounting foam will remain on all sides from the frame to the pigtail.

And above the upper part of the pigtail there will be a gap of 5-10 cm to the log for shrinkage of the log house, so that when it dries completely, the upper logs do not press on the windows.

Window foaming. Control check - On the already fixed, but not yet foamed window, with the shutters inserted, open the window and look.

If the half-open sash of a plastic window does not try to open further or, on the contrary, close, then our window is installed correctly and you can foam the frame with mounting foam.

Here we have such a technology for installing plastic windows with our own hands. We hope you find it useful in the construction of your wooden house! Happy building!

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How to install plastic windows in a wooden house with your own hands

In our wooden house, we decided to replace the old wooden windows with modern plastic ones. This article discusses in detail the installation of double-glazed windows with your own hands in a wooden house. The article is based on personal experience. Why is it profitable to install windows yourself:

When installing double-glazed windows in a wooden house by a supplier or manufacturer, the cost of a window along with installation will cost 40-50% more than its original cost.

As a rule, about 95% of companies that install windows do not guarantee the quality of installation in a wooden house. Therefore, when self installation in a wooden house of plastic windows, you do not lose the warranty period of operation, but only save yourself for the good.

The installation of windows is shown on the example of self-installation of double-glazed windows, without the help of strangers, which takes an average of two and a half hours (for one window). Further, the process of inserting a plastic window into the window opening of a wooden house is described step by step.

Removing old windows

Self-installation of double-glazed windows in a wooden house is carried out on a solid foundation (frame). Since in our example the window boxes were installed quite recently (about 5 years ago) and were without damage (cracks, chips, putrefactive formations and wormholes), we decided to use them instead of the frame for installing new windows.

Old window frames that are in good condition and have sufficient strength can be reused, for example, to install a greenhouse.

Therefore, in order not to damage the frame tree, their dismantling must be carried out carefully, and before that it does not hurt to remove the glass from them. In our case, we did not pull out the glass from the frame, since the strong frames did not warp when they were removed and were dismantled quite easily.

Preparation of a place for the installation of double-glazed windows

With a dry and clean cloth (or soft brush), you need to wipe the window frame, remove the waste and debris accumulated after dismantling.

The PVC window sill is mounted first, as it is the base of the double-glazed window when it is installed. In this regard, the window sill should be installed as evenly as possible (ideally horizontally). We check the exact horizontal position of the window sill with a level both in the longitudinal and transverse positions.

To make the window sill stand firmly, we make cuts up to a depth of 8 mm on the sides of the window frame. To adjust the evenness of the window sill, we use special plates made of plastic or fiberboard, or thin wooden planks treated in advance with an antiseptic. After final installation window sill we measure the evenness of the window sill with a building level.

We fasten the window sill on self-tapping screws to the bottom of the window frame, while indenting from the outer end of the window sill by 2 cm. PVC window sill has cavities). After the window is fully installed, the window sill attachment points will not be visible, as they will be hidden from the eye.

Preparing a plastic window for installation

At the very beginning, even before you start installing the window, you need to install the handle. It is not yet necessary to remove the entire protective film from the window surface, as it protects the window from possible mechanical damage.

Note!

The protective film can only be removed where the handles need to be installed. Handles of the handle at their installation should be in horizontal position.

This position means that the window opens on its side, while if the handle is turned down, the window will be locked in the closed state, if the handle is turned up, the window will open in the cranking mode.

We fix the handle to the window with two bolts, move the handle handle down. On the side pillars of the window (at the ends), we make markings for making holes on which the window will be fixed to the block.

Next, we drill with an electric drill according to this marking, two through holes (lower and upper) in the right rack of the double-glazed window and in the bottom rack (in total - 4 holes). The distance between the lower and upper parts of the double-glazed window to the hole should be from 25 to 35 cm. The diameter of the drill for this work should be 6 mm, while the diameter of the self-tapping screw is 5 mm.

In order for the screw head to firmly rest against the window frame, we drill holes on the side posts from the inside for fastening with a drill with a large diameter of 10 mm, up to the very metal frame. The hole should be such that the head of the self-tapping screw freely passes into the cavity of the window pillar.

window installation

We install the assembled window in the window opening. The center is controlled by measurements taken with a tape measure starting from the edge of the window and ending with the surface of the window frame on both sides, the distance should be the same (about 1 cm each).

We install the window on the surface of the previously installed window sill. Since we have already checked the window sill for evenness using the building level, there is no need to control the window itself for horizontality.

To install a window parallel to the wall of the house, we install a building level between the wall and the siding to stop. If the house was sheathed by another finishing material for example, a clapboard that fits snugly against the wall and does not allow you to place a level, then you need to use a plumb line for control.

We install a spacer bar 1 cm wide between the window frame and the window. It is necessary that this bar enters between the window frame and the window tightly enough. This bar is needed as a stop at the moment when the window is attached to window opening using self-tapping screws.

If this is not done, then the window, when it is fixed, may go to the side (it will simply be taken away) and the mechanism for opening and closing the window will not function well, or the window sash will not open at all.

When the installation of the thrust bars is completed, and the window is leveled or aligned parallel to the wall of the house, then we fix the double-glazed window on the self-tapping screws. We fix the window to the window frame from below and above its side posts, so that the self-tapping screw is in free space between the box and the window.

Such fastening is not only reliable, but also provides a floating effect. If there will be seasonal shifts in the structure of the house, distorting window openings, then windows that do not have a rigid binding to the frame are almost not subject to distortion, due to the fact that the self-tapping screw can arbitrarily move towards the window frame skew.

Installation of double-glazed windows in a wooden house

First, we install adjusting plates between the drain holes. This is necessary so that the double-glazed windows do not close the holes through which condensate is drained from the window.

Carefully install a double-glazed window in the window opening. We make sure that it does not fit tightly between the racks of the window, since if seasonal changes occur and, accordingly, distortions of the window frame, the glass may burst.

Note!

If your double-glazed window entry is tight, and there is no gap between the window pillars and the double-glazed window (at least 5 mm), then you should contact the company that made windows for you according to your order for an explanation, so that the company's employees eliminate this shortcoming. It is necessary to check the gaps between the frame and the double-glazed window even before removing the old window.

We install the double-glazed window evenly and fix it with plastic glazing beads, which have profile spikes that are inserted into the grooves of the window frame by lightly tapping on the glazing beads, during which the spike goes into the groove and a click is heard. A click indicates that the bead is securely fastened.

After the window is installed, we fill the void between the window frame and the window with mounting foam, both from the inside and outside of the house. Excess hardened mounting foam is cut off with a sharp knife.

After that, you can start finishing with platbands, fittings and drainage.

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How to install plastic windows in a wooden house

The relevance of the question: “How to install plastic windows in a wooden house” (and not only plastic ones), lies in the fact that wooden houses are very unstable. Moreover, unlike a stone or reinforced concrete house, this instability manifests itself throughout the entire service life of a wooden house.

If these factors are not taken into account when installing plastic windows or doors in a wooden house, very unpleasant (to put it mildly) problems can arise!

What is the peculiarity of a wooden house? And the fact that the tree tends to "shrink", especially in the first years after construction. Those who claim that the log house shrinks a year after its installation are mistaken.

Yes, the most noticeable shrinkage occurs in the first year, but the process continues for at least 5 years, and in some climatic zones - for a lifetime! As the logs or beams dry out, the height of the wall can decrease to 1.5 cm per meter of masonry. This means that the height of the wall can “shrink” up to 6 cm.

And now imagine what will happen to a plastic window if, as always, you left a gap of 2 - 2.5 cm for foam ?! So, installing plastic windows in a wooden house is generally unrealistic? Quite the opposite!

But only if a special structure, called a pigtail or casing, is installed in the opening.

The purpose of this design is to give windows (and not only plastic ones) complete independence from bearing walls at home, to exclude even the slightest load on the window during shrinkage or curvature of the walls:

1. The casing prevents the logs from moving from the vertical in the window opening.
2. Does not interfere with vertical shrinkage.
3. Takes all the load.
4. Strengthens the wall of the house in the opening area.

Let's take a look at this system in detail. The simplest casing option is when a vertical groove of 50x50 mm is cut at the ends of the opening logs and a bar of the same size is inserted into it.

But this method of pigtail is ONLY suitable for wooden windows. Therefore, we will not dwell on it. A more reliable option for casing is when a comb is made at the ends of the logs, and a window carriage with a groove is put on it.

Now the logs during shrinkage (due to the ridge) will slide inside the groove without deviating from the vertical and without pressing down the window.

It happens that the groove is made in logs, and the spike on the gun carriage, the main meaning, I think is clear.

Window carriages are vertical bars 150x100 mm, at the ends of which 50x50 cutouts are made for inserting horizontal lintels - boards 150x50 mm with spikes at the ends.

The assembled casing is made smaller than the window opening by 7-8 cm in height. This gap is left in the calculation for the shrinkage of the wall. When assembling the pigtails in the opening, we cover the ridges with rolled tow and fill the gun carriages on it. This will save us from squeaks during shrinkage and insulate the opening.

Note!

Further, the procedure is as follows - we lay the lower jumper, stuff the gun carriages on the comb with tow, we wind up into the upper gap and lower the upper jumper into the grooves. We fasten the entire structure with self-tapping screws, trying not to capture the ridge, otherwise the whole point of installing the casing will be lost. In the gap between the pigtail and the logs, we also hammer in the tow.

And now you can insert plastic windows into a wooden house without fear for the consequences. We make installation in compliance with all technology: steam - noise - moisture protection. The gap between the casing and the frame is filled with thin boards wrapped in tow.

As the house shrinks, they have to be knocked out and replaced with others. To do this, the upper trim (attached only to the casing) is carefully removed and, after replacing the filling, is put in place.

At seminars, I was often asked the question, why does a window fitter need to know the technology of building a wooden house. And then, so that you can determine whether it is possible to install a window in this opening.

And, if necessary, equip it with a classic casing. Of course for a fee. There have been cases like this in my experience.

Now this is an important point. You insert a plastic window into a wooden house where there are wooden windows. They removed the platbands for accurate measurement, but there is no casing. That is, the box of the old window plays the role of a pigtail.

This is where the choice has to be made (by the owner, but with your help): to remake the window opening for casing or to significantly reduce the size of the future window. After all, on each side you need to add the thickness of the casing + window frame+ foam clearance. And what will be left there?

And in conclusion, I want to warn:

Helpful advice!

In no case do not agree to the installation of windows without casing in the opening. Even if the owner proves that the house is 300 years old and "all the shrinkage has already settled down." The tree "breathes" all its life with all the consequences, as they say.

Well, in the most extreme case, you can give in to the client, under his responsibility. But do not forget to put a dash in the contract in the column "Guarantee" !!!

All the same, the installation of plastic windows in a wooden house requires very serious attention.