Glazing of balconies in Khrushchev: advantages and disadvantages of finishing, design photo

Most of the balconies in Khrushchev belong to the open type. And the owners are not happy about it. Indeed, due to the lack of glazing, all precipitation, dust and dirt from the street get inside. Therefore, many decide to change the situation and turn an open type of construction into a closed one. Glazing of balconies in Khrushchev is suitable for this. You should figure out how to do everything correctly and what needs to be taken into account.

Glazing allows you to create a cozy and comfortable space on the balcony

Pros and cons of glazing balconies in Khrushchev

The advantages of glazing include:

1. The space looks more comfortable and cozy.
2. Additional protection against bad weather, dust, temperature extremes.
3. Increasing the functionality of the space. In a closed room, you can store things, arrange a small office or a rest room.
4. Additional thermal insulation in the adjoining room.

But this process has some drawbacks. Among them:

1. Possible excessive weight gain. This can lead to damage to the facade of the building, the collapse of the balcony.
2. The need to contact specialists. The cost of work is not always budgetary, affordable. It all depends on the specific conditions.

The closed type has much more advantages. Therefore, it is worth understanding how balconies are glazed in five-story buildings and what owners should take into account.

A closed balcony turns into a cozy, comfortable and useful space

The photo shows an example of arrangement on the glassed-in balcony of a study

In the photo, the design option for the recreation area on the balcony in Khrushchev

In the photo there is a bar counter on the balcony, made in the style of minimalism

Types of glazing of balconies and loggias

The process is carried out according to several methods:

1. Warm, which uses wood or plastic material.
2. Cold, based on aluminum profiles.

The decision does not only depend on personal preference. It is important to take into account the load that the slab can withstand. If we turn to the established norms, then 1 sq. m. can have a maximum of 100 kg. However, experts do not recommend exceeding even 65 kg.

The balcony glazing option completely depends on the condition of the floor slab

Cold glazing

The technology is based on the use of an aluminum profile. The advantage is the low load on the structure. But there will be problems with additional insulation. Therefore, the option is appropriate only if it is not planned to carry out additional measures to increase thermal insulation.

Cold glazing will protect the balcony from wind, rain, snow and bird visits

A balcony with cold windows is often called "summer", as it is convenient to use it only in the warm season

Warm glazing

It is carried out with wood or plastic. This method additionally allows you to expand the space of the adjacent room. Good insulation can be done. But it is necessary to take into account the total load, including the weight of materials, insulation. It is better to consult a specialist about warm glazing to find out how safe it will be to carry it out in specific conditions.

Warm glazing is chosen when they want to create comfortable conditions for staying on the balcony, regardless of the season.

Warm and sealed windows greatly expand the possibilities of using the balcony

Materials for glazing a balcony in Khrushchev

Previously, only obsolete frames or scrap materials were used for glazing. Now the procedure is carried out using modern and high-quality products. Plastic, wood or aluminum are actively used. Each material has a certain set of characteristics, which should be taken into account before the final choice of the glazing option.

In the photo, panoramic glazing of the balcony in Khrushchev

Plastic

Plastic frames have a number of stretches:

• strength;
• high quality material;
• long service life;
• ease of care and operation;
• attractive cost.

The disadvantage of this design is its heavy weight. Old balconies may not be able to withstand such frames. You will also have to abandon the parapet, which reduces the area of ​​\ u200b \ u200bthe structure.

The plastic profile is used for the manufacture of windows of different thermal conductivity, including energy-saving systems with triple glazing

Plastic windows, if desired, can be ordered with a decorative finish for a natural tree

Wood

The material is popular due to its advantages:

• safety and environmental friendliness;
• versatility of appearance - suitable for any design;
• can be combined with modern types of fittings;
• hygroscopic properties;
• provides a good level of sound insulation;
• lightness of the product;
• simple installation.

For Khrushchev, this is a suitable option due to its low weight. It is preferable to choose species such as oak, ash or pine needles.

Nowadays, wooden windows are produced both with one glass and with a double glazing.

Modern wooden windows are equipped with fittings that are not inferior in convenience to the mechanisms used in plastic systems

Among the disadvantages of wood are:

• the need for mandatory painting of such windows;
• drying out - this will provoke difficulties in closing the frames.

And others

Another popular material is aluminum. Its positive characteristics include:

• high strength indicators;
• ease of construction;
• fire safety;
• attractive price.

Lightweight aluminum systems do not create a large load, which means they are optimal for old multi-storey buildings

It is on the basis of the aluminum profile that most of the sliding systems for the balcony are produced.

Modern manufacturers produce products supplemented with special inserts for insulation. But this increases the weight of the frame. At the same time, the thermal insulation becomes better, which makes the material more attractive to consumers.

Glazing methods for balconies and loggias

In addition to the methods described, there are also other technologies. These include frame and frameless glazing. You should understand them in more detail.

Frame glazing

The key advantage of the method is that it is suitable even for imperfect, complex structures. No special knowledge is required to implement the technology. Installation is fast.

PVC windows are the most common type of frame glazing

Plastic doors can be blind, swing or swing-out

Frameless

The advantage of the method is its ease. It does not weigh down the structure and does not harm the facade of the building. The technology consists in installing profiles into which special glasses are inserted on rollers. You can open and close a similar structure like an accordion. It is important that only a flat surface is suitable for the frameless method. Therefore, it will be necessary either to achieve the evenness of the structure for a long time, or to abandon this technology.

Frameless glazing is cold, although a frameless glass unit already exists, but it cannot compete with sealed PVC systems

The absence of frames provides a panoramic view, so this type of glazing is often chosen by apartment owners in picturesque places.

Glazing of balconies on the top floor

Glazing on the top floor of the building comes with some complications, including the lack of a roof. Therefore, it is required to add it to the overall design. Suitable options in such a situation are as follows:

• Aluminum frames and substructure. The advantages are the ease of installation and the material itself. Also the cost is affordable. It is important that it is imperative to cover the structure with a galvanized sheet of corrugation.
  

  Roof elements are made of lightweight profiles and are fixed directly to the glazing frames

• Independent facility. Installation takes place using a bracket. Attaches to the top of the building. Any roofing material can be used to cover the canopy.
  

  The visor is made from a profile pipe and fixed on the wall of the house with anchors

The drainage system, as well as window sills and canopies, require special attention.

Portable balcony

Balconies with carrying out in the Khrushchev allow to increase the usable area of ​​the premises. The bottom slab remains the same, the changes only affect the area outside of it.

For removal of the balcony railing sill is welded to a metal structure, and then installed it on the window frame

Glazing is done with special frames. Maximum extension is 50 cm. It is permissible to carry out such an installation only on condition that the base of the structure is able to withstand changes, large weight and has good performance characteristics.

Advanced window sill can be used for growing seedlings, or as a bar

Glazing is a great way to get rid of drafts, dust and dirt that enter the apartment from the street side. It is important to take into account the many nuances, so as not to harm the facade of the house and the construction itself. Then the installation of a reliable and durable.

Video of the cases in which you need to agree on the balcony glazing

Photos of interesting examples Balcony glazing in the Khrushchev

To finally decide on the glazing and choose the appropriate option, it is necessary to familiarize with the examples in the photo: