Neatly decorated and the creation of a certain style of the facade of the house is largely dependent on details. For example, the installation of carved wood trim on the windows accentuate the rustic style. But the installation of "strict" plastic or metal frames will contribute to modern look of the exterior. That is why the choice of such elements need to carefully review their range, features and characteristics of the materials from which they are made.
Further, it should consider the installation conditions and the auxiliary protection window frame in different buildings (brick, stone, wood). After reading this information, you can easily find a suitable price, quality and ease of differing trim installation. In addition, by using our step by step master class you will be able to produce original cashing for your home windows.
Content
- Function and classification of casings
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materials of Construction
- Wood
- Plastic
- MDF
- Metal
- device casings
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Methods for mounting casings
- Installation of plastic and metal casings
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Features fastening wooden architraves
- Simple in form of moldings
- Fixing carved architraves
- How to fix frames to log wall
- Tips to prevent moisture wicking under the plat
- Manufacturing casings with their hands
- conclusion
Function and classification of casings
The main function of casings for windows is to protect space and okolookonnogo of the facade, walls of the house. They can be used to conceal the mounting raw material used for fixing the window unit. Also trims can hide and technological gap around the window. Closed from negative external influences (rain, street dust) openings last much longer. In addition, freezing is prevented by the window in the opening area. Another important factor is the aesthetic appeal of the facades, rooms, which use such elements. With regard to the classification of casings, it is carried out with respect to the placement of elements:
- Exterior.
Located on the front, mainly serve a protective function, but also contribute emphasizing styling exterior.
- Internal.
The main purpose of the elements - the creation of accurate transfer window unit to the slopes, hide the technological gaps and interior styling.
materials of Construction
Modern manufacturers make frames from a variety of materials: wood and its derivative materials, metal and plastic. Naturally, the finished products are different durability, appearance and practicality. For an inexpensive and require minimal care models are plastic and metal frames. They should be cleaned only occasionally from the street dust by wiping with a damp cloth. Wooden frames require periodic painting, impregnated with antiseptics. impregnation frequency depends on the stability of the selected composition and the manufacturer claims (many companies are recommended to carry out reprocessing through the 3-5-8 years). But paint layers frequency shift depends on the wear resistance of the used compounds and their useful life. With regard to the cashing of MDF, it is intended only for internal works.
For special kind of materials include stucco facade. However, in most cases it is used for the restoration of old buildings and is quite expensive.
Wood
The quality and durability of wooden casings directly depends on the wood and its characteristics. Often, for the manufacture of such elements are used:
- hardwoods (oak, beech, ash) have a maximum resistance to the negative effects, but it is very difficult to thread;
- softwood trees (alder, aspen, basswood) are easily handled, however mainly used for the production of architraves carved but need high quality protection against moisture;
- conifers (pine, spruce): an affordable, quite a long time with proper protection retain their original state;
- fruit (cherry, apple) allocated excellent softness and ease of cutting elements are used as casings decor.
According kinds wooden frames subdivided into unit (with or without a chamfer, a rounded shape) and carved. First have little thick and most often made straight (or with minimal bend). On the carved patterns are cut shaped indentations in the form of patterns.
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Plastic
Plastic casings - the perfect setting for plastic windows. They can also be set for the wooden frame, painted in white or light gray, window designs. The advantage of this type of products is low cost and ease of care. Unlike counterparts from the tree, they do not require real-time protection from negative external influences. In addition, there are a lot cheaper than metal counterparts. The disadvantages of these frames include relatively small selection of shapes and colors. But with the right choice of color schemes acquired framing will look appropriate on a background of white stone or brick and siding background. Plastic casings installation can be carried out both inside and outside. Such products are minimally susceptible to temperature changes, and thanks to high-quality color scheme used in their manufacture, will not fade or turn yellow in the sun.
MDF
Modern MDF frames attract the lowest price. However, their range is quite wide: at the base can be used as direct and rounded elements. The upper part is covered with a special film, which allows styled unusual frame. In addition to the monochromatic version, you can easily find the MDF trim with imitation wood, stone and metal surfaces. The only disadvantage of such products is the inability to use outside. Even after brief contact with moisture base (MDF) quickly come into disrepair and will require replacement. These casings can be used only for the indoor window frames or doors. However, they are recommended to be installed with extreme caution in bathrooms with insufficient quality (or low power) ventilation. Them do not need special treatment: a simple dusting or wiping with a slightly damp sponge is sufficient.
Metal
Obnalichniki of metal - a versatile and affordable solution for all buildings. In most cases they are used to style office buildings and additional protection of window openings. But it is also well padded and windows in a private house of brick or stone. Such products should be installed in addition to the windows of metal and plastic: will look out of place with wooden frames. Metal cashing represents galvanized strips coated with wear-resistant paint. That is why the metal frame will last for many years without the need for periodic processing. Excellent look at the background of non-standard finishing of the facade: siding, metal and PVC panels, molded board. Emphasize rigor and modern design of the exterior.
device casings
There are two ways of cashing device, depending on the features and design frames the window:
- C 4 sides.
In this embodiment, frames are arranged below, above and on each side of the frame. For some structures the lower and upper strapping adjacent windows (located on one wall at a small distance from each other) can be shared. In this case, first of all these elements are mounted, and the side obnalichniki set after fine adjustment.
- C 3 sides.
Such a method is used in case of framing mounting external sill (reflux). Pre-need accurate estimates of the size and characteristics of the form established by the windowsill. Then, the adjustment of the side panels and their installation. The top rail is installed in the last turn.
Methods for mounting casings
Options fixing casings on the windows frames depend on the material itself, such as frames, and even the type of building façade. When installing necessarily take into account the following requirements:
- Minimal damage jamb fasteners: fastener installation location marked in advance.
- Saving aesthetic appeal cashing after installation: recommended to select such an installation method in which the appearance of the architraves is minimally altered.
- Additional protection (closing) after mounting fasteners cashing: increasingly regard screws, cap which depending on the material casing may be overwritten special wax pencil or closed with plastic plugs (such embodiment and is applicable for door obnalichnikov).
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Installation of plastic and metal casings
The easiest installation is performed for the metal casings, because it does not require a long fit of parts. Framing is cut according to the dimensions of the window opening and mounted by means of screws. Previously in a brick or stone wall anchors are installed under the fasteners. On the upper and lower harness to secure the small window enough 3 screws for the side - 3-4. Plastic cashing mounted is also quite simple, but it requires the most accurate mark the spots where the fasteners are placed. Mounting screws, which are located under the casing, is held in the frame itself or in the transoms (obsadu in the house made of wood), if any. Pre-tapping screws are put on the nipple. After casings (hollow flat strips having a groove inside special nipple) are applied to the fasteners and rattles. Thus, the pin fits into the groove and snaps. According to this scheme is carried out installation casings both outside and inside buildings - to create a neat transition to the slopes.
Features fastening wooden architraves
Installation of any type of casings of wood should be carried out with the greatest possible hidden fasteners. That is why before installing such elements should carefully consider the method of installation and prepare for the meeting. Additionally, consider the following installation rules:
- Pre-check the accuracy of abutment elements and the installation itself to produce a level.
- After direct mounting elements necessary to process the wood impregnation antiseptic varnish or paint. This will prevent the destruction of the tree structure due to the negative effects of moisture, temperature. If we carry out such a treatment prior to attaching the casings, then ensure the safety of timber fasteners in locations will be simply impossible.
- Considered when selecting fasteners softness of wood, from which they are made. If the soft rock minimally affected by the nails, the hard rocks in the future may be cracked in places fastener location.
Simple in form of moldings
Installation simple shaped wooden casings begins with fitting parts (if necessary adjustment is performed separate elements, sawing edge at 45 degrees). Further installation may be carried out as follows:
- Hidden or through-studs (shkantami). In the first embodiment harvested non-through holes with dowel rear side trims. In places of attachment (often obsade) procured similar openings and they establish prepared dowel. Then trim just "stuffed" around the window. In the second embodiment, the spikes will be visible and the hole is a through clypeus on.
- Small nails or screws in wood. Casings are nailed on the perimeter of the frame (in obsadu), so that the attachment is practically used were not visible. Positioning attachment is necessary in a row (to preserve the attractiveness of cashing).
Fixing carved architraves
Installation carved architraves not a big deal, if initially they were made by precise measurements of the window opening, which will be enclosed. Keep in mind that patterns carved on the frame must be exactly the same. After the final "fitting" casings carried out their installation. For attaching often used finishing nails (with small caps). They are invisible on the assembled frame, so are ideal for decorative elements. Additionally interconnected parts cashing can be connected via studs (dowels). In them there is a need for installation of heavy and even bulky wooden frames. Low weight casings need to use dowels simply disappears.
Nail Finishing nails better at framing maloprimetnyh areas to preserve the attractive appearance of casings.
How to fix frames to log wall
If a log-house from a bar, you can easily attach any type of casings, then log buildings installation of window frames require special training. For undulating facade wall installation it can be carried out in the following ways:
- the alignment of the wall;
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Initially held sawing logs to produce a relatively flat area with small grooves. Align can be putty. Size withdrawals of the perimeter of the window portions to be equal to the selected size casings or literally be 1-2 cm higher (for bulk and shaped frames).
- the use of the auxiliary timber.
This embodiment obsade nailed to the timber pieces, which serve as a basis for mounting casings. Formed slit can be caulked or blow out with foam and close the filler.
Tips to prevent moisture wicking under the plat
In addition, to protect not only windows, but also they trim from moisture and precipitation (and leaking under the frame) will use the following elements:
- wooden and metal canopies;
Performing addition cantrail, are angled and allow drainage of water not on the window, and directly in front of him. The inclination angle may be equal to the angle of inclination of the roof. Visors are mounted directly above the upper strapping against a wall. Additionally, the joint between the wall and the top of the cap can be placed on top of the sealant (for outdoor use). Wooden visors are based on the upper stud consoles. Metal simply "hanging" above it.
- the location of the sill angle.
Bottom rail on supports, at an angle, provide quick drainage of water from the bottom of the frame. This solution is often used for wooden windows.
Manufacturing casings with their hands
Make a simple and carved frames with their own hands the power of even the normal owner: not necessarily to be a master carpenter Affairs to manufacture such products. But ready to obnalichniki were really high quality and accurate, it should pick up for softwood lumber (lime or aspen). Simple frames are made easy. To do this, you need to buy a thick board with a width of 10-15 cm. Next, you need to cut it on the dimensions of the window, given the need to cut the edges of the side members, the upper and lower trim at an angle of 45 degrees. Fillet side portions by using kljukarzy (rounded chisel). Production of carved casings carried out by following step by step the master class:
- Choose a suitable picture and printed on cardboard.
- From cardboard cut out a stencil pattern is transferred (at full size!) On natural wood.
- Jigsaws are cut unnecessary parts of the pattern. Chisel (or kljukarzy) made curly recess, if necessary.
- Wood is processed impregnated, covered with paint and varnish.
Make frames in the Russian style will help the production not only of the pattern, but the painted decoration. The paint should be applied to the treated wood preservative. Additionally, you can cover the finished product varnish.
conclusion
Neat and beautiful trims are not only the best way to protect window frames from moisture and precipitation, but also allow us to complete the styling of facades. Obnalichniki of different materials can be supplemented with visors to prevent the ingress of water on the windows and dripping water on the walls under the windows. But they can also be complementary to and more practical, stylish décor. For example, wooden shutters installed with wood trim, ensure complete closure of the room from the sun. But wrought iron lattice to further increase the safety of occupants and protect the house from thieves penetration. When selecting suitable casings it is necessary to take into account the materials making up the installed windows and facade. You should also consider the overall style of the structure. Thus, to find a suitable option for cashing any building is not difficult.