Perhaps it has happened to you that despite closing the double-glazed windows, you can still hear the sound of car horns, the wind and the noise of the street in your bedroom or living room. Or maybe in the rainy days of autumn and winter, you have noticed the penetration of rainwater into the window frame and the deterioration of the color of the wall or parquet. These problems disrupt the peace of the house and greatly reduce the efficiency of double-glazed windows.
Many people think that in this case, the glass or the whole structure of the window has a problem and they have to pay a heavy fee to replace the whole window. But in most cases, the main cause is much simpler and of course more solvable than these words. The main culprit of this incident is the deformation and loss of the quality of the window rubber.
The sealing rubbers that are placed all around the window sill and frame are responsible for blocking any openings. However, these vital parts lose their efficiency over time and due to exposure to environmental factors. In this article, we will examine in detail the causes of the breakdown of these parts and how to solve this problem with the help of Caspian UPVC specialists.
The vital role of window rubber in sound and thermal insulation
UPVC windows are known as one of the best heat and sound insulators. But these windows will have very little efficiency without a complete sealing and air sealing system. The main role of this air sealing is the responsibility of rubber seals or gaskets. These tires are installed in special grooves on the profile of the frame and sash to completely block the spaces between the frame and sash when the window is closed.
A quality and standard window rubber has the following duties:
- Preventing the entry of dust and airborne particles into the house
- Preventing the entry of rainwater during heavy rains and storms
- Reducing the transmission of sound waves and creating a calm and silent environment inside the house
- Preventing the waste of heating energy in winter and cooling in summer
If any of these tasks are not performed correctly, the first point to check is the physical condition of the window rubber. The specialized collection Caspian UPVC will help you restore the original efficiency of your windows by carefully examining these parts.
What are the main reasons for the deformation and failure of the window rubber?
Many users ask why window rubbers are not as effective after a few years? The answer to this question lies in the nature of the ingredients of these tires and the harsh environmental conditions. Window tires are constantly exposed to severe weather changes.
The harmful effects of direct sunlight and ultraviolet rays (UV)
Sunlight contains ultraviolet rays that destroy the chemical bonds of polymer materials over time. Tires that are exposed to direct sunlight gradually become dry, cracked and brittle. These physical changes make the rubber lose its elasticity and can no longer cover the pores completely.
Extreme temperature changes (heat and cold)
The expansion and contraction caused by the difference in temperature between day and night or the change of seasons (extreme heat in summer and severe cold in winter), puts a lot of physical pressure on the window rubber. These constant thermal stresses cause the tires to deform and leave them out of their original standard state. As a result, the tires are wrinkled and there are gaps in parts of the window frame that open the way for sound and rainwater to enter.
Using low-quality and non-standard tires
In some buildings, low-quality PVC-based rubbers are used instead of high-quality EPDM rubbers to reduce initial costs. These cheap tires have very low resistance to weather changes and become dry, deformed and ineffective much sooner than expected. To get rid of this problem, using the high-quality material provided by Caspian UPVC is the best solution for you.
Signs of double-glazed window sealing rubber damage
How can you know when it's time to replace the rubber seals on the windows? There are some clear signs that warn you that your window insulation system has lost its effectiveness:
- Hearing the sound of whistling or wind: If on days when the wind is blowing strongly, the sound of whistling is heard from the sides of the window, it indicates the presence of small holes due to the deformation of the rubber.
- Infiltration of rainwater: Water collecting on the inner edges of the window or its penetration on the wall around the frame during rain, a sure sign of the failure of the sealing rubbers.
- Discoloration and hardening of rubber: By touching the rubber around the window, you will notice hardness, roughness or small cracks on it. A healthy tire should be soft and flexible.
- Dust entry: If, despite the window being closed, a thick layer of dirt and dust settles on the inner edges of the window and furniture, the tires no longer prevent particles from entering.
If you have encountered any of these problems, it is better to contact the experienced experts of Caspian UPVC for a detailed and specialized assessment of the condition of your windows before the interior decoration of your home is seriously damaged.
Consequences of ignoring window rubber failure
Some people do not take window rubber replacement seriously and consider it an additional cost. But ignoring this small problem can have much heavier consequences and costs:
Significant increase in energy costs
When the rubber of the window is deflated, the warm air inside the house goes out in the winter and the cold air enters. In the summer, the cool air produced by the cooling devices is easily wasted. This will cause your heating and cooling systems to run continuously, which will result in skyrocketing gas and electricity bills.
Damage to the health of family members
Continuous entry of dust, suspended particles, allergenic pollen and urban pollutants into the house can cause breathing problems, allergies and skin diseases for the residents of the house, especially children and the elderly.
Denying peace with noise pollution
Home should be a place of peace and relaxation. Entering the sound of horns, cars and street congestion into the rooms will greatly reduce the quality of your sleep and concentration and cause excessive stress and fatigue. By changing the sealants on time by an expert team like Caspian UPVC, you can give your home real peace again.
Definitive solution: replacing the window rubber with standard parts
The only stable and definitive solution to solve the problem of noise, dust and rainwater penetration is to completely replace worn and deformed tires with modern and standard tires. Adjusting the window or tightening the fittings without replacing the damaged tires is only temporary and puts extra pressure on the window hinges and fittings.
For a basic and long-lasting replacement, high-quality and standard tires should be used. The best type of rubber for double-glazed windows is the rubber made of EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer). These types of tires have great features:
- Very high resistance to the ultraviolet rays of the sun
- Maintaining flexibility at temperatures between minus 40 and plus 120 degrees Celsius
- Very high lifespan and no deformation over many years
- Excellent resistance to chemicals and detergents
You can confidently entrust the preparation and installation of these first-class and standard materials to the professional Caspian UPVC group.
Why Caspian UPVC is the best choice for re-insulating windows?
Replacing window rubber is a delicate task and requires expertise. If this is done by non-professionals or with non-standard tires, not only will the problem not be solved, but the profile grooves may be damaged or the window may no longer close properly.
The Caspian UPVC collection, with years of experience in the field of specialized services for double-glazed windows, is the best option for solving your window problems. The reasons that distinguish the services of this group are:
- Using first-class material: Using the best standard and imported tires that have unparalleled resistance to heat, cold, and sunlight.
- Expert and experienced team: The technicians of this collection, with complete mastery of all types of uPVC and aluminum profiles, perform the replacement work without the least damage to the window.
- Checking and adjustment at the same time: Replacing the window rubber, the entire structure and fittings of the window are also checked and adjusted to ensure smooth closing and 100% sealing.
- Speed in providing services: Performing services in the shortest possible time and with the highest level of cleanliness and precision.
In order to have a warm, silent and safe house against rain, it is enough to entrust the work of replacing the worn tires of your windows to the capable hands of Caspian UPVC experts and feel the difference.
Specialized procedures for replacing window rubber by experts
You might think that changing these tires is a simple task that you can do yourself. But the truth is that each window profile needs its own rubber with a special engineering design and thickness. The basic replacement process in Caspian UPVC series includes the following steps:
1. Diagnosing and checking the type of window profile
Experts first check the type of window, the required thickness of the tire and the degree of damage, so that the tire can be selected perfectly suited to the profile groove.
2. Removing old and deflated tires
Old tires are slowly removed from the grooves with special tools so as not to damage the uPVC or aluminum body of the window.
3. Complete cleaning of grooves and window frames
Dust, old adhesives and dirt accumulated inside the grooves are completely cleaned. This will make the new tire to be placed in its place in a completely uniform way and without being high or low.
4. Accurate placement of new tires
High-quality and standard rubber is guided into the grooves with a special tool and cut and connected with high precision in the corners so that there are no open holes or non-standard elongation.
5. Final test and adjustment of fittings
After finishing the work, the window is opened and closed several times and its tightness and air tightness are tested until its efficiency reaches 100%.
How to increase the useful life of double-glazed window rubber?
Although the use of high-quality tires provided by Caspian UPVC is extremely durable, by following a few simple tips you can maximize their useful life and enjoy many more years of excellent performance:
- Periodic cleaning: At least twice a year, wipe the tires with a clean, damp cloth to prevent dust from accumulating on them.
- Gentle oiling: Using a very small amount of silicone oil or liquid paraffin on the tires once or twice a year will prevent them from drying out and cracking due to sunlight.
- Avoid the use of chemicals. Strong: Never use acid detergents, solvents or gasoline to clean tires; Because these materials destroy the polymer structure of the tire quickly.
- Correct closing of the window: Always close the window slowly and turn the knob to the end so that uniform and standard pressure is applied to the tires.
Bring peace and quiet back to your home with Caspian UPVC
If you are tired of the annoying sound of car horns, the burning cold of winter, the constant dust on your furniture and the ingress of rainwater, it is time to make a smart decision. You don't need to replace your expensive windows; It is enough to renew their vital and damaged part, i.e. rubber seals.
Specialized Caspian UPVC collection is ready to restore the window insulation system of your home or workplace in the best possible way, using experienced staff, first-class materials and world-class standards. By entrusting this work to our experts, return peace, silence and energy saving to your living space.
Take action right now for the examination, expert advice and troubleshooting of your windows and with the unique services of Caspian UPVC, have a safe and peaceful home against all seasons.