z****e
发帖数: 555 | 1 Noticed there are two small holes on metal storm window frame. What should I
use to seal them? Cold weather makes it particular important to seal them
now.
Thanks for help! | z****e
发帖数: 555 | 2 Found this on GOOGLE:
Storm windows are additional windows, fixed or operable, that are hung or
installed over the main window sash to reduce heat loss through the window.
A "triple-track" storm window incorporates a movable screen and upper and
lower widow sashes. Each layer of glazing added to a window cuts heat loss
through the window glass by about one third, but if the window is drafty any
energy savings will be lost until the drafts are found and sealed.
All factory-built storm window frames will include some sort of weep opening
to make certain that any water entering the space between window sash and
storm sash can drain safely to the building exterior. But unfortunately
folks who don't recognize what these openings are, or even that they are
present, often seal them with caulk. The ultimate result is window sill rot
and in severe cases wall rot, insect damage, and mold contamination of the
wall cavity below. |
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