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Do-it-yourself gazebo from window frames. Step by step instructions with photo
Master class "Arbor from old window frames with your own hands"
Master class on the construction of a gazebo. feng shui gazebo
Author: Natalya Alexandrovna Ermakova, Lecturer, Municipal Budgetary Educational Institution of Additional Education for Children "Children's Art School named after A. A. Bolshakov", Velikiye Luki, Pskov Region.Master class progress:
We start with the preparation of materials. The beam needs to be cut in half by three meters, one beam is left unsawn. Then the beams must be covered with stain, to preserve the wood and their longer operation.
After installing new structures, it is recommended not to rush to throw away old plastic windows, since in some cases they can last for a long time. Since products made of PVC profiles are actively installed and operated for only about 15 years, their resource has not yet been exhausted. After all, even double-glazed windows can last 20 years, and window frame designs can last twice as long. In addition, today quite often completely new windows are changed in new buildings, which are extremely irrational to write off as scrap. All of these products can always be used, and this applies to people with different income levels.
Also, old plastic windows may be suitable for installation in another apartment, since the dimensions of the openings in many typical multi-storey buildings may be the same. However, in this case, it is recommended to first consult with a specialist who will conduct it in those premises where the installation of used structures is planned.
If the opening is slightly larger than the windows, then it is recommended to try to build up the frame using. These elements are also called expanders, as they increase the dimensions of the window sash. Thanks to them, it is possible not to lay the opening to the required width and height, which is far from always feasible. The expanders create the visual effect of a one-piece wide frame and have excellent thermal insulation.
Additional elements coincide with the frame profile and ensure the strength of the joints at the joints - thanks to special hooks, a lock is formed, which is distinguished by reliability and tightness. Also, these elements will compensate for the thickness of the insulation boards, which are recommended for finishing slopes. Today, a lot of expanders with different dimensions are on sale, so you can easily adapt the dimensions.
If a decision is made to expand the opening, it is necessary to take into account the fact that the external walls are load-bearing, so a violation of their integrity can lead to serious trouble. It is always necessary to consult with experienced builders before performing such work.
Fresh and organic vegetables are always welcome "guests" on our table. The owners of summer cottages make a lot of efforts to grow "their" cucumbers, tomatoes and peppers. However, hard work alone is not enough. Indeed, in order to obtain high yields, it is necessary to create seedlings suitable conditions for growth and development. Therefore, a greenhouse is an excellent way out - with your own hands you can build a structure from inexpensive and affordable materials.
Today, many people in their homes are removing old window frames, replacing them with convenient and practical double-glazed windows. But such frames can be given a "second life" by using them for the construction of a greenhouse or greenhouse. So, today we will figure out in detail how to build a "house for vegetables" without significant costs.
Before starting the construction of a greenhouse, both the advantages and disadvantages of such a project should be taken into account. First about the benefits:
Useful advice: if possible, it is better to use a power tool - a jigsaw and a screwdriver. If the farm does not have these useful things, then they can easily be rented.
"Cons" of greenhouses from old window frames:
Note! Old window frames are a suitable material for building a greenhouse for a "home" backyard. However, for growing, for example, cucumbers, on an "industrial" scale, it is better to choose a metal profile or steel pipes. Of course, this will cost much more, but the design will turn out to be more reliable.
Before proceeding with the construction, you should consider important details. For example, do you need to make a wooden frame or can you skip this step? This will depend on the thickness and configuration of the assembled window units. With a significant thickness of the frames, it will be possible to completely do without a frame.
Stocking up on materials:
Required tools:
Any construction begins with the design of the future structure. However, in our case, you just need to assemble the structure from ready-made modules. We carry out the following preparatory work:
So, after acquiring and preparing all the necessary tools, you can begin work.
The site for the building should be chosen taking into account the fact that the plants will need the maximum availability of sunlight. Therefore, there should not be capital buildings or tall trees nearby that obscure the sunlight.
If you are planning to build a greenhouse from film frames, then you should choose a site that is not blown by strong winds. Otherwise, the microclimate of the structure may be disturbed, which will adversely affect the plants inside. However, even a glazed greenhouse is not recommended to be placed in a windy area - in order to avoid stress.
The soil must be dry and dense, since subsidence and subsequent deformation of a wooden structure are possible in a humid and swampy environment.
The selected area needs to be cleared - remove debris, uproot roots, weeds and stumps.
We transfer the dimensions of the future greenhouse to the site and drive in small stakes around the perimeter, between which we stretch a cord or rope. Now in each corner and near the sides you need to dig small holes up to 0.5 meters deep - at the level of soil freezing. Pour crushed stone (soy about 10 cm) into the pits and tamp.
Now the formwork is next in line - we insert an asbestos-cement pipe (diameter 10 - 15 cm) into each pit, level it, insert the reinforcement. The structure should be reinforced in position with bricks and then poured with concrete. We assemble the lower crown of timber on the foundation and fasten it with iron plates.
If it is planned to build a greenhouse from window frames without a foundation, then it is enough to simply make a strapping from a bar and lay it on the ground. For the purpose of waterproofing, you can use roofing material, in which the bars are wrapped (pictured).
As a rule, the concrete dries completely after a couple of weeks. After that, the plane under the greenhouse around the entire perimeter of the foundation can be laid out with bricks. Thus, a flat area is obtained, which greatly facilitates subsequent assembly.
The assembly of the structure is carried out in the following sequence: installation of pillars and a frame made of timber, to which we attach window frames.
Important! If you plan to use timber for the frame, and not boards, be sure to consider their thickness. After all, a too thin beam simply cannot withstand the weight of the entire structure and at any moment can fall apart like a house of cards.
First, we measure the width of the window frames. Along the perimeter of the foundation, we measure the segments, the length of which exceeds the width of the frames by 5 - 7 cm and mark these places. At these points, we fix the standing ones from a bar of the same height. Then, over the pillars, we stretch the thread along the level in order to correct the tops. If there are protruding parts, you need to cut them down.
We take a bar and lay it horizontally on the "tops". Thus, "cells" for window frames are obtained. Now you need to install the frames, not forgetting the door and the window, and securely strengthen all the details.
With the help of mounting foam, we close the gaps between the modules and the rack ones. Professionals advise dry foam to be puttied or painted, which will avoid drying out.
The roof can be shed or gable - let's focus on the first option. To begin with, we lay the boards on the wall trim under the support of the rafters. At the same time, it is important not to forget to mark the slots for installing the inclined roof beams of the greenhouse from the frames.
We put racks in each corner of the side wall - this is how a slope is created. Between the racks we lay a bar on which we fix the front roof board. We put the side boards into the roof and attach to the front board with screws. Under the rafter boards, we make grooves in the extreme board, for which we use a template (the letter “P”, cut out taking into account the width and height of the nest).
Now we stretch the cord and check that all the beams of the rafters are in the same plane. We place a roofing on top - it is desirable to make it from cellular polycarbonate, glass or film.
Each of these materials has its own advantages and disadvantages. If you build a greenhouse from frames under the film, then such a structure will not exert an excessive load on the foundation. True, polyethylene is required to be periodically watered with water to knock down dust and dirt. As a coating, many prefer polycarbonate. It remains to attach the door and the ventilation window and the design is ready.
There are many different greenhouses - small, large, single-sided, double-sided, arched. The photo shows different designs.
As you can see, a do-it-yourself greenhouse from window frames is not such a difficult construction (even for "dummies"). It is important to carefully study all the details and carefully take measurements. And, of course, stock up on patience and tools - and things will definitely work out! After all, such a greenhouse can be equipped with a heating system, water supply, light and other amenities. Good luck with your work!
Today, in many apartments, you can still find wooden windows with old glass, installed many years ago by builders. Despite the fact that a lot of time has passed, such structures are particularly durable, and their cosmetic repairs are periodically required, namely painting, pasting with paper, etc. In addition, more serious repairs may be required. If there is no desire to change windows, check out the question of how to update old wooden windows with your own hands using inexpensive materials.
If old windows have loose putty instead of glazing beads, and the surface is covered with a swollen or peeled paintwork, you can make a little effort and update the old but strong frame. It is also worth mentioning the significant savings. Doing the work with your own hands, repair and restoration of windows will be much cheaper.
For the manufacture of wooden windows using environmentally friendly material. In addition, it becomes possible to make a beautiful and durable structure, which is easily repaired and restored.
By repairing old wooden windows and doors with your own hands, you can restore their functionality and original attractiveness.
If you decide to repair the windows with your own hands, then you first need to inspect them for the presence of defects. Any deficiency can be eliminated by performing simple manipulations.
Often the problem of wooden windows is insufficient tightness, which causes drafts. If you take a good look at the window, then between the frame and the box you can find a gap formed as a result of poor sealing of the sashes in the half-studs.
You can easily get rid of such a defect by laying a good sealant in the window sash half-thorn. Such a product can be rubber, foam rubber or made of PVC. As a result, it becomes possible to cope with several tasks at once, namely, to make repairs and insulate wooden windows.
In some cases, it is possible to correct such a defect without the use of a sealant. It is necessary to bend the hinges in the opposite direction from the half-thorn of the sash. In situations where a gap is formed along the entire length of the door, all hinges have to be bent. If the defect is visible in only one place, then you need to bend the loop where there is a gap.
A common and common problem with wooden windows is their skew. For this reason, the sashes close either with difficulty or do not close at all. If there is a suspicion of this defect, then the first thing to do is to inspect the loops, as a rule, they tend to settle. There are several solutions to this problem. So, you can install the hinges in new places on the frame or wind the wire on the rods of these hinges to adjust the height of the wings.
In some cases, the skew appears as a result of frame deformation due to swelling of the tree. Then you can cut everything off with a planer, adjusting the frame to the box. If it was not possible to immediately determine the place of pinching, then the following manipulations are made: when closing and opening the window, you need to stretch a strip of carbon paper between the frame and the box. In accordance with the marks, you need to cut off extra sections on the frame. Often, old frames do not close due to the application of a large layer of paint, so you have to clean it off. This can be done using coarse grit sandpaper.
Typically, window sashes can warp due to loosening of the corner joints of the frame. There are several methods for eliminating such a defect, while the easiest and most reliable is the use of metal corners installed at the corners of the binding.
To fix the corners, it is tedious to cut out the landing nests on the frame using a chisel. Corners are placed in these places and screwed on with screws, so they will appear slightly below the surface of the frame. The place where the corner is installed is carefully puttied and cleaned using sandpaper.
Old rotting fragments may appear on old wooden structures. In such situations, the damaged parts are cut out with a chisel, while it is advisable to grab some healthy material to prevent the spread of decay. The resulting recess must be smeared using epoxy or wood glue. In this place you need to place a pre-prepared new piece of wood and fix it. When the glue is completely hardened, you need to process the area with a grinder or paper.
In the process of any repair or restoration of windows, it may be necessary to update the paintwork. It is not recommended to apply another layer on peeling paint. Of course, this way you can prevent the process of rotting wood, but the appearance will not improve at all. Ideally, it is better to get rid of the old layer of paint, and then apply a new coating.
Before repairing wooden windows with your own hands, you must first check for noticeable damage and defects. Sometimes, in addition to applying a layer of new paint, it may be necessary to replace the glass or repair the frame. Note that in places where the paint has peeled off, the wood may rot.
After determining the degree of damage to the window frame, it will immediately be seen whether it is possible to repair the damaged areas or whether it is easier to replace them altogether. As a rule, the older the windows, the more defects on their surfaces.
In addition, it is important to pay attention to how the box is adjacent to the window frame. Very often pinching is caused by frame deformation or a very thick layer of old paint that needs to be removed. In the case of deformation, you will need to work a little with a planer, so you can fit it tightly to the window frame.
In order for restoration and repair work to be carried out as efficiently as possible, it is necessary to remove the old peeling paint from the surface of the wooden frame.
First, the old window must be removed from its hinges, the glass and all metal parts must be removed. Of course, this can not be done, but in this case, the duration of the work increases significantly.
You can remove old paint from a wooden surface using several methods, consisting in thermal or chemical treatment.
Equipment such as a building hair dryer is very often used. With the help of such a tool, the dismantling of old paint is carried out as quickly and efficiently as possible. If there is no building hair dryer at hand, then the work can be done using abrasive materials, spatulas and scrapers.
When the old peeling paint is removed from the wooden frame, it is necessary to wipe the structure, removing dust and other contaminants from it. After that, the surface must be treated with an alkaline solution, which can be bought at any hardware store. It is also recommended to visit the carpentry department, which sells everything that may be required for do-it-yourself window repair.
Wait about 15 minutes for the paint to peel off the wood frame. After this time, you can easily remove the old coating with a scraper.
Of course, to facilitate the work, it is better to use a building hair dryer. Its principle of operation is to supply a hot jet of air that acts on the paint. As a result, it softens quickly and is easily removed.
If you plan to work with a hair dryer, you need to hold it in one hand and the spatula in the other. Direct hot air flow to a small surface area. As soon as the paint begins to swell, you need to immediately remove it with a spatula.
Such an electric tool must periodically cool down, as there is a risk of its burning. It is recommended to work in this mode: operate for 5 minutes, turn off for 10 minutes.
If there are broken glasses or cracks in them, it is necessary to replace the frame before painting, which must be cleaned of a layer of old paint. Glass is easier to remove if you remove the glazing beads or remove the putty. After that, you need to measure the dimensions of the required glass and order it from the master.
If you have sufficient skills and knowledge in the field of glass cutting, you can do such work yourself.
Inserting the cut glass into the frame is not difficult. To do this, you need to apply a fresh layer of putty on the folds. As a result, reliable protection of the window from moisture penetration will be ensured. It should also be noted that such putty fits snugly enough to the window frame.
Having installed the cut glass on the folds, you need to cover up all the gaps with the same putty. After one month, it is required to process the frame with hardened putty paint. Performing such actions, you can additionally protect the window from moisture.
This stage of work is carried out in order to prepare the window frame for applying a new layer of finishing material. With the help of sandpaper, you need to eliminate the remaining flaws. In addition, it will be necessary to putty the targets and, if any, irregularities. The applied material must dry for at least 12 hours, and then the process must be repeated again. After the second layer has dried, it is necessary to carry out the final leveling of the surfaces.
The primer is also applied in at least two coats, with each coat being allowed to dry very well.
The easiest process in the restoration of old wooden windows is painting them. Having selected the appropriate shade of paintwork, you need to pour a small part of the composition into a separate container. If there is a need to give the paint the required density, you can dilute it with a special solvent.
It is worth noting that the first coat of paint is applied to impregnate the wood. Thus, the composition gets into all cracks and pores. Based on this, it is important to say that the paint should not be very thick. In the worst case, the impregnation efficiency of the frame will be minimal.
The second layer of the composition should be applied only when the first layer is completely dry. As a rule, several hours are enough for this, but do not forget that the paint is different. If this feature is not taken into account, then wrinkles and bubbles may appear on the surface of the frame.
It would not hurt to apply a third coat of paint, with which the coating will hold better. In addition, reliable protection of the material from destruction and moisture penetration is ensured.
When the window frames are completely dry, they must be inserted into place in the box. When installing the structure, you need to ensure that there are no gaps. If they do form, then you can not do without the use of sealant.
The list of necessary tools will depend on the condition of the window frames. Usually, the same list of construction tools is required to repair windows and doors. We recommend you check out this list:
When repairing old windows, the question often arises, how to clean the windows quickly and efficiently at the end of the repair?
To wash a fresh layer of paintwork, you can use a conventional solvent. Moisten a napkin with this solvent and wipe all stains with paint formed on the glass. As a result of such simple actions, the window acquires a beautiful and attractive appearance.
As you can see, the repair and restoration of old wooden windows does not require special knowledge and experience. It is enough to read a simple instruction, which describes the recommended sequence of work.
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Hello. In this article I will talk about how to update old wooden windows with your own hands. I understand that there are fewer and fewer such windows and topics related to plastic double-glazed windows are more relevant. But, since glazing comes from the Soviet past by some thrifty owners to this day, it would be wrong not to say anything about the restoration of such structures.
When we talk about old wooden windows, we imagine a standard construction of one solid piece and a hinged sash with a window. But, in fact, glazing half a century ago was produced in various configurations, and therefore the repair of old windows requires an individual approach to the window in accordance with its design features.
What elements of window structures are restored during the restoration?
Let us consider in more detail each of the stages of restoration work listed in the table.
So, let's imagine the following situation, the glass in your window is broken and you don't know how to replace it. In fact, there is nothing complicated here.
To do the job, we need the following materials and tools:
The instructions for replacing old glass with new glass are as follows:
If the corners around the perimeter of the seat are not straight, you will have to align the sash or cut the glass, taking into account the angle that is.
Without experience, you can easily scratch the glass with a hammer. To prevent this from happening, I recommend wrapping the impact part of the hammer with electrical tape or masking tape.
Today in every city there are organizations where you can buy glass of the desired and desired colors. Of course, in the same organizations, the glass you ordered can be cut to the dimensions you specified.
By the way, the price of glass already includes cutting service. But, despite this, I still believe that a glass cutter should be at home and you need to be able to use it.
Suppose you purchased a glass cutter, how to use it for its intended purpose?
Glass cutting instructions are simple. We draw a line along which we will cut. You can draw on glass only with a permanent marker, that is, with a marker that does not erase.
Next, we apply an even long ruler to the line. We lead the glass cutter along the ruler with a slight pressure from one end of the ruler to the other. The correct pressing force can be understood by a specific creaking sound.
What is better for installing glass glazing bead or putty?
I believe that a glazing bead placed on a sealant is much better than a putty, as the putty will dry out and crack over time. But, if there is no glazing bead of the required thickness, you can apply putty by laying it out with a tourniquet around the perimeter of the glazing and smoothing it, imitating a glazing bead.
The question is, if glass holds a glazing bead nailed, then what will hold it if putty is applied?
In this case, we proceed as follows. We lay the glass on the seat and drive in carnations around the entire perimeter so that they lie flat on the surface of the glass.
If the nails do not fit snugly against the glass, the window will rattle at loud noises from outside.
If you are interested in the topic of using window putty, write about it in the comments and in one of the following articles I will definitely talk about several ways to make putty with your own hands.
Conventionally, all fittings on wooden windows are divided into:
What problems can be with fittings?
Three problems:
You can eliminate all the problems listed earlier by replacing the fittings from the old one with the new one. Moreover, butterfly hinges and a set of locking handles and latches can still be purchased at most hardware stores.
However, if the purchase price of accessories seems high to you, we proceed as follows:
The pin inside the loops will most likely be sour, so before pulling it out, I recommend spraying VD-40 into the gap. You can start dismantling the sash in a minute, since during this time the lubricant will have time to act.
Be prepared for the fact that the old paint is applied in several layers, and therefore the wash will not help immediately and will also need to be applied in several layers. In addition, try to use a cleaner with an anti-corrosion effect.
Another point - when replacing or restoring fittings, it will certainly turn out that the original holes for the screws are broken. What to do in this case?
Someone tries to move the hinges and locking mechanisms, but I believe that this is not a solution, since sometimes these parts have nowhere to move. Someone uses longer screws than originally. But such a solution is also short-lived, as long screws will quickly swing in broken holes.
You can strengthen the holes for the screws by cutting out small pegs and driving them into the broken holes. The rest of the peg is cut flush with the surface. After that, you can confidently screw in the screws and not be afraid that they will come out over time.
In the photo - processing the sash with an electric planer
Instructions for the restoration of an old wooden window would be incomplete without their insulation using Swedish technology.
This is done as follows:
On this, the insulation of windows using Swedish technology can be considered finished. However, in addition to installing the sealant, fittings are adjusted and the tightness of the glazing around the perimeter of the glazing bead is checked.
In order to update old windows made of wood, they first need to be painted with high quality.
Painting is done in two ways:
Of course, the second option will allow you to achieve a better painting result, but the price of such restoration will be high. The fact is that you first have to dismantle the sashes from the frame, dismantle all the fittings from them, remove the glass, and only after that proceed with the preparation of the wood.
Old paint can be removed with a blowtorch, but this method requires special experience, otherwise the wood can be burned. As an alternative solution, you can apply chemistry, namely, paint washes. It is not customary to use chemistry to clean lumber, but such processing will not damage frames and sashes.
After cleaning the old coating, you will most likely see a relief surface. In order for the paint to lay flat, the relief must be puttied with special putties, dried, and then sanded with sandpaper with a variable degree of graininess.
Both inside and outside the windows can be painted with pentaphthalic enamel PF-115 and PF-116, and as a primer, I recommend covering the wood with a continuous layer of drying oil. The use of a primer in this case is necessary not in order to provide better adhesion, but in order to reduce absorbency and reduce paint consumption.
So, we have considered the main points related to the restoration of old window structures. Now I propose to learn how to use old window frames that are no longer needed.
Let's say you ordered new double-glazed windows in a PVC profile, which means that the old windows will be dismantled and you will need to do something with them. The first thing that comes to mind is the idea of \u200b\u200bputting it in a landfill, since such a whopper simply does not fit in ordinary garbage bins.
On the other hand, if there is a country house, it is possible to use lumber that has become unnecessary with greater benefit. So, I will give a couple of tips on where to put a bulky structure, if there is a country house or cottage:
Old double glazing not only retains heat well, but also perfectly transmits sunlight. As a result, the air temperature in the greenhouse during the daytime will be several degrees above zero;
The only problem with re-installing old windows is the need for careful installation. That is, when dismantling, we do not saw the frame into pieces, but carefully break it out in order to subsequently assemble it again.
Do not know how to glaze a balcony from old windows yourself? Yes, actually there is nothing complicated in this. It is enough to assemble a wooden frame from a bar of the appropriate size and frames can already be attached to it. But, it is important to understand that the crate and fastening of the frame to the beam must be as strong as possible.
By the way, if the heat-saving qualities when glazing a balcony are not fundamentally important, you can refuse double doors. The use of single sashes for balcony glazing allows to reduce the weight of the structure and reduce the load on the carrier. As a result, the operation of installed windows will be safer.
Now you know what can be done from old window frames so that they are not thrown away in vain. However, before using wooden windows for other than their intended purpose, I recommend thinking about restoring them, especially since it is so simple.
So, what could I say, if you forgot something, ask in the comments, I will definitely answer. Also, don't forget to watch the video in this article.