It is difficult to imagine a modern dwelling withoutplastic windows. Having displaced his wooden "fellows" from the podium a dozen years ago, the plastic windows were firmly entrenched in our lives. And it's not surprising! After all, such windows have a lot of tangible advantages in comparison with other materials and structures that are used in glazing. Firstly, they create an excellent noise and thermal insulation, in particular, if the installation of PVC windows in accordance with GOST. In this case, they will perfectly protect the room from noise, restraining the sound level to 31-33 decibels, and keep the heat. Secondly, plastic windows are resistant to changes in temperature and constant exposure to moisture. Therefore, a very long time will be able to maintain its aesthetic appearance. Thirdly, these window structures are durable. The term of their operation reaches 40 years! And finally, fourthly, the cost of PVC windows is quite democratic. Therefore, any person can afford to install them.
Many manufacturers offer plastic windowsexcellent quality. But nevertheless, a more important condition is the installation of PVC windows in accordance with GOST. After all, only competent and correct installation of the entire structure can guarantee the preservation of all window properties. But it is not uncommon for unscrupulous companies to reduce the cost of windows to attract customers, while neglecting the quality of the installation, violating its technological requirements.
So how is the installation of windowsPVC according to GOST? At the first stage, the old structure is dismantled. The window is removed along with the window frame. The next stage is the direct installation of the window itself. GOST contains all the technical requirements for this process. Let's list the basic rules of installation:
- To make the window structure contact more intimate with the insulation, the surface of the window opening material must be flawless.
- To fix the window block in the wall opening, special fastening elements are used: mounting plates or frame anchors.
- The joint must be filled with polyurethane foam, which is applied to three layers.
- With the help of special tapes or vapor-permeable mastic, mandatory waterproofing of the installation seam is made from the outside of the window.
- And on the inside, using the same materials, a vapor barrier of the assembly seam is made.
- The window from the side of the street must necessarily be protected from exposure to ultraviolet rays.
- Deviations of the window block are allowed not more than 3 mm for the entire width or length of the structure.
Thus, the installation of PVC windows according to GOST isvery difficult, but feasible task for real professionals. After all, the state standard defines any detail - from what tools should be used in work, to the characteristics of all used screws.
Many are also interested in whether installation is possiblewindows of PVC in the winter? It would seem that low air temperature should be the reason for refusing to install windows at this time of year. But with the use of special mounting materials, quality tools and high professionalism of specialists, the winter time of the year is not a hindrance. The main thing is to keep the temperature regime (not lower than -15 ° C) and install PVC windows according to GOST.
