Why can’t the balcony windows be sealed?
Why can’t the balcony windows be sealed? Nowadays, many residents like to seal the balconies of their homes. In this way, they can not only expand the usable area, but also block the Wind and sand are also very useful, especially in hazy weather. Here’s why you can’t seal windows on balconies. Why the balcony windows cannot be sealed 1
1. Why the balcony is not allowed to be sealed
1. If the owner wants to seal the balcony at home, he needs the consent of the property management, but it may be stopped. , and the reason why the property management company does not allow the balcony to be closed is also based on the requirements of the local management department, because it may be to achieve the same effect for the entire community.
2. If you carry out random demolition and modification when sealing the balcony, it will damage the safety structure of the house, and even expand the balcony area privately, which will bring safety hazards to yourself and other owners. Once a serious accident occurs, The property management company cannot bear the responsibility for the consequences, so it will stop it. Of course, if the balcony is sealed in a reasonable way, it will not have any impact on other owners, and the general property management will not interfere with it.
3. When sealing the balcony, do not use guardrails that protrude from the wall. In order to expand the indoor space, some owners extend the guardrails of the balcony, for example 40 to 50 centimeters, and place flower pots or dry things on them. This approach is also not allowed. Because if it is not firm, a falling accident from a high altitude is likely to occur. At the same time, the balcony is closed and cannot be opened from the outside. In case of an emergency on the upper floors, it also blocks the escape route.
2. What are the advantages of enclosing balconies?
1. Enclosing balconies also has certain effects, such as improving the safety factor, especially for some low-rise buildings. For residents, closing the balcony can prevent thieves from committing crimes and play a safety precaution role.
2. Especially for families with children, enclosing the balcony is also a good choice. At the same time, sealing the balcony can also make the indoor environment tidier, reduce the spread of dust, and there will not be too much dust on the ground
3. Some owners can also expand the indoor space by sealing the balcony, such as the balcony The living room and living room have been extended, and the balcony can also be transformed into a study room. Why the balcony windows cannot be sealed 2
1. If the balcony is sealed, it will cause poor ventilation in the house, making it difficult to keep the air in the house fresh, and the oxygen content will also decrease; on the other hand, family members in the house will Breathing, coughing, perspiration, etc. will cause the human body to pollute itself. In addition, many harmful substances emitted from stoves, cooking, water heaters and other items will be trapped in the house because the balcony is sealed. Living there for a long time can easily cause symptoms such as nausea, dizziness, and fatigue.
2. Ultraviolet rays in sunlight can reduce the density of indoor pathogenic germs, and healthy people can also cheer up when enjoying the sunshine. Closed balconies reduce indoor sunlight exposure, which not only easily causes the spread of germs, It may also cause poor growth and development and rickets in infants and young children. Therefore, it is better not to close the balcony.
However, we must also be careful not to overdo it. Don’t choose a hollow balcony shape just to pursue the best ventilation and lighting effects on the balcony. Nowadays, in order to expand business opportunities, many real estate developers often use hollow balconies to express European style and increase the selling points of residences.
Hollow balconies are indeed beneficial to ventilation and lighting of residences, but they also have certain drawbacks in terms of layout.
The hollow balcony violates the taboo of "void below the knees" in Feng Shui. When other people look at the balcony from outside the house, they can easily see the people inside the house. Below the knees, not only will the privacy of the house be lost, but it is also very detrimental to people's mental health. Therefore, in terms of the shape of the balcony, it is necessary to avoid the fully enclosed wall structure and the use of concise flower railings, so that the balcony presents a hollow form.
To achieve this effect, the most preferable method is: the lower third of the balcony is a solid wall, while the upper two thirds are glass windows, and they should be opened frequently. In this way, not only will there be no disadvantage of "empty space under the knees", but also the feng shui of the house will not be affected by "closing the door to receive Qi". A transparent balcony with a wide view is both beautiful and in line with Feng Shui.
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What materials are used to seal balcony windows
1. Aluminum alloy windows
As the name suggests, aluminum alloy windows are made of aluminum alloy construction Material, made of window frames. Aluminum alloy windows are relatively common in daily life. Doors and windows made of this material are not only fashionable and beautiful, but also have strong anti-aging properties.
2. Broken bridge aluminum window
Broken bridge aluminum breaks the aluminum alloy in the middle, and uses hard plastic to connect the broken aluminum alloys into one. We all know that plastic conducts heat significantly slower than metal. The hard plastic is in the middle, so that heat is not easy to pass through the entire material, and the thermal insulation performance of the material becomes better, so the thermal insulation properties of broken bridge aluminum are very good.
3. Plastic steel windows
Plastic steel windows have better sound insulation, sealing, anti-corrosion and thermal insulation properties, but the cross-section of this material is relatively large, which will affect lighting and Owner's view.
It is recommended that when the budget is sufficient, it is most suitable to choose broken bridge aluminum. If the requirements for thermal insulation are not high, slightly lower-priced aluminum alloys are also acceptable.
What kind of glass should be used to seal the window?
The conventional glass thickness is 5mm, and 6~8mm thickened glass can be used according to the demand. The hollow layer of casement windows is generally about 15mm. It is usually hollowed out and filled with inert gas to seal it, and a desiccant is added. The glass will not fog up and has good sound insulation effect.
Once the single-layer hollow exceeds 14mm, it will have little impact on the performance of thermal insulation and sound insulation, so it is not that the thicker the hollow layer, the better. If you are pursuing more effective sound insulation and heat preservation methods, it is best to upgrade to laminated glass or triple-layer insulating glass.
What are the installation steps for window sealing?
1. During the installation process, the windows must be inspected first to see if they are qualified and whether they are damaged. Is the glass cracked?
2. Most of the current windows are aluminum alloy windows. The firmness of the windows must be ensured during the installation process. The opening fan must have anti-falling measures to prevent it from falling off during use.
3. Filling with foam glue
is also the most important detail processing during window installation. After the window adjustment is completed, foam glue needs to be filled in the gap to fill the gap between the window and the wall. After the foam glue is applied, sealant should be applied to the edge of the window frame. This is the key point to prevent rainwater from penetrating.
4. During the installation process, it is necessary to protect the product, promptly remove garbage falling on the surface of doors and windows, and promptly replace damaged and fallen protective tapes and films.
If you seal the balcony first and then lay the tiles, you may also be able to cover the large gaps when laying the tiles, which will make it better waterproof. Therefore, it is generally chosen to seal the balcony first and then lay the tiles.
What should you pay attention to when sealing windows
1. Selection of window hardware
In fact, it is not just the hardware for windows, but also the choice of various hardware for interior decoration. , it is best to choose hardware accessories of good quality and national standards.
A large part of the quality of a sealed window comes from the quality of the hardware. Apart from the brand, the key factor is the feel. When we open the window, the sliding rails move smoothly without any obstruction, and there is a certain weight when opening flat. , it feels full and has no lag, it closes smoothly, the handle has texture, and there is no obvious feeling of obstruction when closing the lock with the window.
2. The time and rhythm of sealing windows
Sealing windows generally requires communication and docking with the bricklayer in advance to avoid conflicts between the two decorations. The formal decoration steps should be to seal the window frame first and then seal the glass.
3. Pay attention to the installation process
The window frames should be firmly overlapped and not loose. After installation, shake it with your hands to avoid obvious shaking. A good window should be Very stable. At the same time, the details of the edge closing and closing are in place, the foam glue fully fills the gaps, and the sealing glue is applied smoothly and tightly, with a width of more than 2cm, and there are no leaks or warping.
4. Reserve room for maintenance
If it is designed as a living balcony, a washing machine will usually be placed on the balcony. You must pay attention to the laundry cabinet not being close to the glass of the window. Reserve enough room to accommodate One hand's distance away, so that if there is a problem with the window later, it will be very convenient for maintenance.
Sealing windows is something that almost every owner needs to do, but when many owners learn about decoration, they find that many regular decoration companies do not seal windows?
The reason is that the decoration company does not have a high-altitude operation certificate. High-school operations refer to operations that are performed exclusively or frequently at heights where the fall height is 2 meters or more above the reference level, where there is a possibility of falling. Working at heights is a special type of work, so you must hold a certificate to work.