Almost every current apartment has a balcony that performs many functions. Therefore, before starting to glaze your balcony, it is necessary to determine why it will be used and, inclined to choose the right material.
For balconies that simply play the role of a decorative corner and have no need for insulation and sound insulation, simple options for installing ordinary frames and glass are well suited. It can be wooden, metal or plastic windows. And the windows of the century will increase the temperature on the balcony and improve the appearance. But if you want to turn the balcony into another room and put there, EG, a sofa or bed, then accordingly glazing should be of high quality and insulated. To insulate the balcony on the ceiling, walls and floor lay the insulation. Such glazing with insulation today has become very popular and practical, because it has the opportunity to increase the space of the apartment.
In glazing of balconies, frames made of wood, steel, aluminum and PVC are used, as well as non -bramberry glazing, it is also called panoramic. In modern houses, wooden frames are not installed now, although they are the most economical and affordable. This type of glazing has its shortcomings that no longer withstand competition, and the main ones are their fragility and the fact that over time they change their shape and do not prevent air from entering the room.
Aluminum frames spread more, although such a profile also does not give the balcony complete thermal insulation. But still, the positive qualities of this glazing are an elegant appearance, long use and easy care.
The most used type of frame is PVC profiles. They heat up the room well and have a diverse appearance that will look good in any design.
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