In the process of renovating a new home, we often face various challenges and surprises.
Whether it is the layout of hydropower projects, or the selection and installation of doors and windows, there are always some details that are easy to ignore.
Take balcony windows as an example, seemingly simple casement windows can't be installed at will. Especially for residents living on high-rises, casement windows must be used with caution.
In this issue, let's take a look at why it is not recommended to install "casement windows" on balconies? It's not superstition, it turns out that there are these safety hazards!
After the balcony was sealed, ventilation and daylight were inevitably restricted.
If you live in an environment with poor air circulation, then it is more appropriate to choose casement windows.
This is because casement windows have a larger opening area, which allows for better introduction of fresh air and improves indoor air quality.
In contrast, sliding windows have a smaller opening area and may be less ventilated than casement windows.
In addition, the closure of the balcony can also affect the indoor light.
Sealing balconies increases the usable area of the interior, but at the same time blocks the entry of natural light.
In this case, it is particularly important to choose casement windows with better lighting. It can effectively increase indoor lighting, make the space brighter, and improve living comfort.
As a common type of window, casement windows have certain advantages in terms of appearance and ventilation, but they also have many safety hazards.
Prolonged exposure to wind and sun may cause fading and loosening of windows, which not only affect the aesthetics of windows, but also pose a threat to the safety of occupants.
In case of windy weather, the glass window may even fall, causing serious safety accidents.
For high-rise residents, it is more prudent to choose casement windows. Although casement windows are highly enclosed and can effectively block outside dust and noise, for residents on higher floors, the ventilation performance of the windows is particularly important.
Residents may feel stuffy and uncomfortable if ventilation is poor, and the airtightness of casement windows can also cause altitude sickness and affect occupant comfort.
While some people think that outward-opening casement windows can increase ventilation performance, this design is not aesthetically pleasing. Outward-opening windows can not only disrupt the overall harmony of the community, but also easily lead to window damage and safety hazards.
Therefore, if the property management department finds that a household has installed casement windows that open outward, it is likely to ask the tenant to rectify it.
High-rise windows are recommended to do sliding windows because they have many advantages that can provide better safety and comfort.
The design of the sliding window can effectively prevent the intrusion of wind and rain and protect the indoor environment.
Sliding windows also keep families safe by preventing accidental falls from children and other family members.
Another advantage of sliding windows is the way they open and do not take up space in the interior. Therefore, in high-rise apartments or houses, sliding windows are a more desirable option.
Finally, sliding windows are relatively simple to install and maintain, which can reduce the hassle of family members.
In high-rise housing, residents on different floors need to pay attention to the matters that need to be paid attention to when sealing balconies.
For residents below the 10th floor, soundproofing, warmth and dust protection are key. As the floors rise, high-rise residents with more than 10 floors need to focus on insulation.
For low-rise residents, noise is a factor that cannot be ignored.
Therefore, it is important to choose materials with good sound insulation when sealing balconies. This not only reduces noise disturbances from the outside, but also guarantees a peaceful home environment.
At the same time, considering the cold air that the lower floors may be subjected to, thermal insulation is also one of the key factors to consider.
Choosing materials with thermal insulation properties can effectively reduce energy consumption and save energy.
For high-rise residents, as the height increases, the wind gradually increases, which will put forward higher requirements for the thermal insulation performance of the balcony. Therefore, special attention needs to be paid to the sealing and thermal insulation performance of the windows when sealing the balcony.
Choosing high-quality window materials and sealing strips can effectively reduce the loss of indoor temperature and keep the room warm and comfortable.