Which to choose slopes for plastic windows

When replacing windows, there is always an additional question about how to make slopes for plastic windows. There are many options at the moment, but not all of them are successful. Consider them, starting with the cheapest from the point of view of the material used.

Slopes for plastic windows can be plastered in several layers. After the appearance of plastic windows, this was the most popular and usual way.

The plaster layer is applied in several layers according to the technology. The finishing coat is covered with paint. Actually, nothing new, and everything would be good, if not for a few "buts" discovered in the process of exploitation. The main problems are the insufficient level of reliability of the plaster and plastic joint and the low value of the thermal insulation of the plaster. This leads to the formation of cracks, the violation of the thermal insulation of the slope and the appearance of the effect of "crying" windows, in simple terms, to the formation of condensation. This method is currently losing its popularity. In addition, it is labor-intensive, requiring a lot of time for execution.

To replace the first method came a variety of options, implying pasting slopes. These include glued slopes for plastic windows (pasting with thin plastic), plasterboard (the upper layer is plastic). Both of these methods, having significant shortcomings, did not take root in the market of construction technologies. Drywall is not suitable for finishing slopes due to instability to dampness, and thin plastic often does not withstand the emerging stresses due to temperature differences. As a result, such slopes are short-lived and quickly lose their external appeal.

Also use polystyrene foam. The disadvantage of this method is short-lived and rapid loss of appearance due to color changes. In addition, this material is easily pierced by exposure.

Well proven plastic slopes for windows, made of double-sided sandwich panels. They have sufficient indicators of moisture resistance and vapor tightness. In addition, such slopes are durable and beautifully form a window opening. Installation does not take much time.

Please note that it is sometimes suggested to make slopes for plastic windows from single-sided sandwich panels. This option should be rejected. The cost of such panels is lower, but the quality at the output will be much better. They do not have the necessary rigidity and are subject to deformation.

Also slopes for PVC windows can be made of sheet plastic, which is also quite viable and is widely used now. It is important to choose a quality finishing material and not to save on its thickness. Optimal to choose a plastic thickness of 10 mm.

If you do not plan to make slopes for plastic windows yourself, it is very important, like doing any other work, to find yourself skilled workers. It is most reliable to find a person or team on the recommendation of friends. If you can, buy the material yourself.