What is the best way to glaze a 6 meter loggia?

It’s probably not worth talking about how good it would be if the loggia was attached to the apartment. Expanding your living space in this way (cheap and accessible) is the dream of every apartment owner in a big city. Therefore, many people begin this process on their own, not knowing the basic rules of joining.

And one of them says that before starting this process, you need to know exactly what functional load this new room will carry in the future. There are options, and let's face it, there are a lot of them.

The second requirement is the correct glazing of the loggia of 6 meters. Exactly right, because the design of the window opening depends on what room will be located here. Therefore, it is worth considering all options, taking into account the shape of the window structure.

What is important to know before starting repairs?

Before starting installation work, it is necessary to decide which glazing options for the loggia will look most harmonious. If there is no need to insulate the loggia for year-round use, then cold glazing is suitable. In this case, it is important to purchase a single-chamber double-glazed window. The use of a double-glazed window made of 3 glasses is the most practical solution for arranging a warm room.

Before insulation, you should decide what the size of the windows will be, as well as the materials. It is important to count the number of blind and tilt-and-turn sashes. After this, decide on the cost of installation work. Experts advise choosing light and durable profiles. Providing additional support will make the structure more stable. When installing glazing, do not forget about installing sills, canopies and mosquito nets. Dimensionless glazing of the room is suitable for those who want to have a full view from the window.

There are several ways to glaze a 6-meter loggia. The first two methods are suitable for cold glazing, and the third - for warm glazing. Experts highlight the following options for arranging the premises:

Using metal or plastic frames together with glass. Rain and snow will not enter the room. The temperature will be slightly higher than the weather outside the window.
Euroglazing. The installation process involves installing windows, sealing seams and finishing the room with clapboard or panels. The loggia turns out beautiful, but cold.
Windows are installed, seams are sealed and the room is fully insulated. This method is financially expensive, but when implemented, it turns out to make the room warm and cozy at any time of the year.

Installation of window structures

The main difference from ordinary windows is a sealed double-glazed window with air chambers between the panes.
In a modern window, several elements can be distinguished: double-glazed windows, movable sashes, frame, fittings. The main difference from ordinary windows is a sealed double-glazed window with air chambers between the panes. The increased number of glasses in the window design allows for better heat savings than in old windows with 1 pane. The finishing of the profiles prevents the passage of moisture or wind through the layers of rubber seals between the sashes. Finally, the increased comfort of using the fittings makes it possible not only to open the doors, but also to recline them, which cannot leave users indifferent. There are 3 stages of installation of window structures:

Pre-installation work

The first step is to check the order for compliance with the configuration in terms of the number of window sills, ebbs, connecting and expansion profiles, fittings and other consumables. Check that the overall dimensions of the window match. Make sure there are no chips on the frame and that the glass is intact. Now you can begin dismantling work.

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Features of cold glazing

This option for arranging the premises is suitable if the loggia will be used as a utility room. This method of insulating a six-meter loggia will protect it from dust, wind and precipitation. It will not be possible to use a room with cold glazing in winter. When arranging the room, aluminum single-glazed windows are used. The price of building materials is cheaper than with warm glazing. Installing a window system will not take much time.

There are the following disadvantages of cold glazing:

profiles do not fully protect against heat and noise, since they are not airtight;
the formation of ice on aluminum profiles during the cold season will complicate access to opening the window;
Double-glazed windows will not protect against cold and summer heat.

How to choose a profile system for a 6-meter balcony?

Decide what kind of glazing you want on the loggia - French, portal, standard. Decide which doors will be in the opening, how many are blind, how many are swinging. Select a profile based on the requirements for thermal insulation, design, operational characteristics, and purpose of the object. We recommend installing a three-chamber system on a 6-meter balcony. The glass in the sash will not protect the room from the cold in winter. A single-chamber double-glazed window will provide a comfortable microclimate in southern latitudes. In central Russia, it is optimal to install a double-glazed window.

When ordering a window, carefully select fittings and additional options. The durability of the glazing and the ease of its use directly depend on the fasteners. Thanks to the energy-efficient coating of the glass package, you can save on heating costs. With a soundproof double-glazed window you will be protected from noise, with a tinted double-glazed window you will be protected from prying eyes.

Warm type glazing

If there is a need to use a balcony in the form of a veranda, greenhouse or personal office, then this option is suitable. The warm glazing of the room allows you to turn the loggia into a full-fledged room. During installation work, it is recommended to choose a profile with a thickness of at least 7 cm. Energy-saving glass will help retain heat and not overload the structure with weight.

It is important to use a single-chamber profile made of a plastic frame. When installing windows, careful sealing must be done. It involves high-quality insulation of the holes between the side of the loggia and the frame.

Advantages of the thermal option for glazing a room:

significant savings on room heating;
windows always open conveniently and easily, regardless of the temperature outside the window;
during installation, you can install packages from profiles with any number of cameras;
the design is sealed, therefore protecting the room from precipitation;
When glazing loggias, it is possible to achieve good heat and sound insulation.

Glazing cost

The price is determined taking into account many factors:

type of frame material;
type of glass unit;
glazing method: warm, cold;
window design (standard, panoramic, etc.);
presence of a window sill;
finishing of the room: the scope of work, which includes the need to decorate all surfaces and prepare them for cladding.

Glazing option	Price t/rub.	Installation work rub.
Provedal (cold/aluminum)	RUB 25,200	from 800 m2
Slidors (semi-warm/sliding)	RUB 32,300	from 1,000 m2
Plastic windows (warm)	RUB 38,400	from 1,500 m2
Finishing
PVC panel finishing	from 1,550 m2
MDF	from 2100 m2
Wooden clapboard	from 2000 m2

If you plan to perform glazing (6 meters), the turnkey price differs from the cost of other types of work. For this reason, you should immediately decide whether it is necessary to cover all surfaces or whether it is enough to install only windows. In addition, the cost varies depending on the region. For example, in Moscow, when glazing a loggia with aluminum, wood or plastic windows, the average prices will be as follows:

Glazing type	Plastic/warm	Plastic/Slidors	Aluminum/cold	Wood/warm
Product cost, rub.	35 500	29 300	24 000	37 000
What's included in the price	Three-chamber profile, double-glazed window	Slidors profile, single-chamber double-glazed window	Provedal Profile	Double glazing

To calculate the cost of glazing a loggia, you can use a calculator; you must indicate the dimensions of the frame, type of profile, and double-glazed window.

There are many options for PVC profiles, for example Rehau. Veka, KBE innovative Melke profile, etc. To choose, you need to understand which double-glazed window you need, to do this, read the characteristics and understand what level of thermal insulation and sound insulation you need; for this, articles on our website will help you.

Or it’s easier and faster to call the window company so that the managers themselves can calculate the turnkey cost.

In a separate article we consider the question of which is better, wooden or plastic windows.

The main stages of glazing installation

Before the main stage of installing the window system, preparatory work is carried out. It is necessary to dismantle the old frame, remove the drain and canopies. Openings are cleared of unnecessary debris. After this, they move on to the glazing process.

The technology for carrying out repair work follows this scheme. First, the support frame is installed. The metal profile is made using a special jig. Holes of the required size are made across the entire area of the opening and frame. The structure can be secured well using anchors. A window frame is installed in the middle of the frame. The aluminum structure is secured with self-tapping screws.

Before the main stage of glazing the room, the canopy and drain are installed. The visor will protect the windows from dirt, and the drain will prevent moisture from entering the seam. The structure is attached to the frame using self-tapping screws.

Most often, 4 window blocks are installed on the loggia. In the middle of the structure, two windows with opening sashes look best. Standard frames are installed on the other two sides. In some cases, external glass is made of a matte color. Lock-type plastic trims help secure the double-glazed windows in the frame opening.

The penultimate stage of decorating the loggia is insulation. The interior design of the room is carried out using various materials. Polystyrene foam, polystyrene foam, mineral wool and other materials are used. Several materials help provide high-quality thermal insulation. Before screeding, the floor is laid with expanded clay or expanded polystyrene. During the renovation process, you can install a heated floor.

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Wall cladding is the final type of work. The seams between the frame and the walls are covered with plastic trim. This type of work is performed along the entire perimeter of the glazing. White platbands are used or match the shade of the cladding.

It won’t be difficult to glaze your loggia beautifully and efficiently if you entrust the repairs to professionals. Before starting construction, it is important to determine the glazing method and select a reliable option for window systems. High-quality interior decoration of the room, as well as insulation of the loggia, will allow the room to be used all year round.

Finishing and insulation of the loggia

The correct option is external insulation. However, it is not recommended to carry out installation yourself, as it is dangerous. If you are deciding how to insulate a balcony, you should know that in most cases another method is implemented - laying materials indoors.

Considering that different conditions can be created on the loggia (with cold, warm and semi-warm glazing), it is necessary to carry out thermal insulation taking into account these features.

Finishing the loggia with materials with suitable properties is done according to different principles. For example, if the room is not insulated, all surfaces will be exposed to temperature changes, resulting in condensation. This means that in such conditions it is necessary to use materials that are not exposed to moisture:

Styrofoam;
penoplex;
polyurethane foam.

In warm rooms it is permissible to use materials represented by a wider range. In addition to those already mentioned, other types of insulation are used:

fibrous (basalt, mineral wool);
penofol;
expanded clay

If you plan to do the finishing work yourself, and you are thinking about how to equip the loggia, then you need to study the properties of all materials that can be used in this room. Possible options:

Styrofoam. The material has a porous structure, low weight, and average thermal conductivity: from 0.038 to 0.043 W/(m*K). This means that there are more effective analogues, as well as insulation options that retain heat worse. The advantages of polystyrene foam include ease of installation. However, the material does not allow air to pass through, which can disrupt natural circulation. The vapor permeability coefficient is 0.05, while the water absorption rate is 4-5%.
Penoplex (expanded polystyrene). The main component is polystyrene; during the production process, after combining with a foaming agent, the mass increases in size, forming a large number of closed cells. Plasticizers are added to ensure strength and a sufficient degree of elasticity of the material. Expanded polystyrene is lightweight, reliable, and can withstand temperature changes. In terms of thermal conductivity, this material is superior to foam (0.029 to 0.036 W/(m*K)). Thanks to its closed-cell structure, penoplex repels water.
Polyurethane foam . This is a more preferable type of insulation, as it is characterized by low thermal conductivity. Available in liquid and solid form. This is a durable, lightweight material that belongs to the group of low-flammability insulation materials, does not absorb moisture, and is non-toxic when heated. The main disadvantage is the high cost.
Fibrous materials : mineral and basalt wool. You can purchase insulation from this group in the form of a roll and a slab. The advantages include low weight, absence of toxic substances, resistance to fungus formation, and low thermal conductivity. However, rolled fibrous materials lose their shape over time, which contributes to the loss of properties. In addition, mineral and basalt wool are hygroscopic insulation materials. They absorb moisture, albeit in a small amount. When exposed to water, materials lose their properties.
Penofol is characterized by small thickness and average efficiency. Because of this, it can only enhance the effect of the main insulation (foam plastic, mineral wool, etc.), but as an independent measure, installation of such an insulator is permissible only if the room is moderately warm. The effect of other insulation materials is enhanced by the foil surface on one side.
Expanded clay. This is a bulk material consisting of fractions. It can only be used on horizontal surfaces. During installation, fractions of different sizes are mixed, which makes it possible to reduce the size of voids in the structure of the insulation layer. Advantages include the ability to absorb noise. However, this material intensively absorbs moisture (the water absorption rate varies between 8-20%).

If you are wondering how much it costs to insulate a given room, you should consider the type of materials used. The price range varies from 750 rubles. and more per 1 square meter. In this case, roll and slab insulation with simple characteristics (foam plastic, mineral wool) is used. For comparison, laying foam blocks, which also help reduce heat loss in the presence of a metal parapet, costs more - from 1,500 rubles/m².

To fix the slabs, use an adhesive mixture and dowels and self-tapping screws. The fasteners must match the base material.

On the floor, it is recommended to make a thin layer of screed on top of the insulation, reinforcement, or install logs between which roll, slab or bulk material is laid. The choice of the type of insulation, as well as the method of fixing it, should be made taking into account the type of finish. For example, a concrete screed is made on the floor if you plan to use tiles or laminate.

The main finishing stages when using the lag system:

The foundation is being prepared. It can be leveled with a thin screed if there are many defects on the surface.
The logs are mounted on top of the waterproofing, but it is permissible to use a layer of other insulation (penofol, polystyrene foam).
The cross beams are attached.
The main insulation is placed in the resulting cells.
The structure is covered with a layer of waterproofing.
Boards are laid on top. They can be covered with particle board or another finish can be used.

To insulate the room, a heated floor system is used. The advantage is moderate efficiency along with low weight. For comparison, water floors are not used in apartments, as they make the base heavier. In this case, the operation of the heating circuit is disrupted due to the redistribution of the coolant. In addition, permission to carry out such changes is required. An electric heated floor is more preferable than a water one, because it is easier to install and does not weigh down the base. The disadvantage of such a system is the increase in energy costs.

Possible glazing options for a 6-meter loggia

Types of glazing

There are two types of glazing:

Cold

This type of window is installed only if the loggia will be used either in the summer or as a storage room. That is, it is not necessary, like in a living room.

To do this, you can use windows either made of aluminum profiles, or in the form of panoramic glazing, that is, profileless:

The cheapest of these two options is aluminum windows. Why are they classified as a cold type of glazing? It's all about the material itself. Aluminum is a metal, so its thermal conductivity is one of the highest. In fact, aluminum allows cold to pass through, so the temperature outside will immediately transfer to the six-meter loggia. Such windows are usually equipped with one glass, hence the low price of the product.
Panoramic glazing means a complete absence of profiles. That is, the window opening is covered with thick glass, some of which moves along a specially laid profile on rollers. It is clear that the thermal conductivity of glass itself is slightly lower than metal, so we are not talking about high temperature protection here.

Warm

As warm glazing for a 6-meter loggia, you can use either plastic or wooden windows. Some might say that wooden products are a thing of the past. They have a short service life, and besides, they have to be tinted all the time, which is difficult to do on the outside of the loggia.

Let's just say that modern wooden windows are of high quality and long-term service. Today they are made from veneer. These are several thin slats located perpendicular to each other and glued together under pressure. This material is not afraid of either humidity or sun. By the way, modern wooden windows are more expensive than all other analogues.

Advice! If you are faced with the task of making a full-fledged room out of a six-meter loggia and you have a small budget allocated for this, then we recommend installing plastic windows as a glazing structure.

Choosing a plastic window

So, what you need to pay attention to when choosing a plastic window for a 6-meter loggia:

First, you need to decide what type of glazing will be present in this room. It will be one window in the entire opening or there will be several free-standing windows. The second option is warmer, because you will have to raise a kind of brick partition between the windows. Although the options may be different. But this partition is still a wall with a low thermal conductivity. True, you will have to spend time and money on the construction of this partition.
Secondly, it is necessary to decide how many doors will be openable and how many will be blind. The amount of profile used in the construction of a plastic window also affects thermal conductivity. The more there are, the higher the protection.

Thirdly, the profile itself. Experts recommend using a window made of a three-chamber profile to glaze a 6-meter loggia. And this is the minimum indicator.
Fourthly, double-glazed windows. As mentioned above, a single glass window is a cold look. Two glasses, that is, a single-chamber double-glazed window, may not withstand the cold Russian winters. Therefore, the best option is a double-glazed window made of three glasses.

Of course, when choosing, you need to pay attention to the fittings, but they have nothing to do with the thermal insulation qualities of the window. The relationship to functionality and service life is direct.

Other options

There are other options for glazing a six-meter loggia, which are rarely used. For example, one window in the middle of the opening. It is of non-standard size and occupies a width of 2.0-2.5 meters. The rest of the opening is filled with brick or an insulated structure similar to a frame structure.

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That is, it is a frame sheathed on both sides with finishing material, and insulation is laid in the middle. Sheathing on the inside - this can be lining, plastic panels, drywall, and so on. On the outside, vinyl siding or corrugated sheeting is most often used.

This option is used to organize rooms of a personal nature on the loggia. For example, a women's boudoir, a relaxation room, a dressing room. You can install two separate standard windows, and between them make a partition made of brick or insulated frame.

In this case, the distance from the side walls of the loggia can be different, as well as the different distance between the plastic windows. In this case, symmetry is the main criterion for correct installation. If it is decided to organize a greenhouse or winter garden on the loggia, then a completely open opening is required. Because lighting for plants is an important component of their normal growth and flowering.

Therefore, in this case, on a loggia 6 meters long, a window is mounted from one side wall to the other, from the parapet to the ceiling. Fortunately, manufacturers are able to assemble window structures of any configuration and shape, with any dimensions.

So, let's summarize. As you can see, there are many options on how to properly glaze a six-meter loggia. That is, every owner of a city apartment can come up with his own purpose for this room, and accordingly choose a glazing structure for it.

In this case, the most important selection criterion will be the type of window in terms of its throughput related to the temperature regime. In this case, cold glazing is the cheapest and most quickly erected. Warm - costs more due to the increase in materials used.

For example, due to the number of glasses (meaning the intimacy of the glass unit), the increase in the chambers of the plastic profile and the number of the profile itself. And, of course, the number of windows themselves will be taken into account.

The essence of technology - what is a French loggia

French windows are panoramic glazing from floor to ceiling, consisting of a reliable metal-plastic (or wooden) frame. It can also be frameless, that is, without a profile at all. Let's consider all the advantages and disadvantages of French technology.

pros	Minuses
The balcony space visually becomes wider, as there is a lot of natural sunlight;	In the absence of curtains or blinds, you will be in full view of all passersby;
You can use double-glazed windows with tinting or reflective film;	Everything that happens behind glass can become the property of neighbors;
Possibility to view the street from any point of the loggia;	Quite a high price for materials and installation;
You can install sound insulation and floor heating, as well as order energy-saving double-glazed windows;	Windows do not retain heat well in the apartment;
The boundaries between the street and the apartment are visually blurred, and a feeling of immersion and depth is created;	Redevelopment may be required, as well as special documentation for its implementation;
If the residential building is well located, the windows can offer stunning views;	The room will always be very light; regardless of the cardinal directions, you will have to purchase thick curtains from the sun;
If desired, you can convert the loggia into a separate room, winter garden or office;	In winter, it becomes covered with frost, like any other windows.
The room looks stylish and modern.	It may be necessary to additionally cover the structure with siding or cover certain areas with opaque film.

Balcony block with French glazing

Today, such finishing is used absolutely everywhere: in private houses, country cottages, city apartments, business centers and other commercial real estate. The type of glazing can be sectional (group type, involves the installation of frames of various shapes, sizes and configurations) and all-frame (maximum view of the street due to the absence of frames, the glass is folded like a book, the windows are easy to ventilate and clean).

What French windows can be like:

deaf (do not open to the full length);
partially opening;
sliding;
with wide doors.

It is better to close panoramic windows with blinds or roller blinds. This way the glass will not get dirty and you can hide from the sun.

The lower part can be designed in different ways:

Leave the glass transparent;
Install sandwich panels made of plastic;
Use tinted glass (protects from sunlight, as well as the views of neighbors and passers-by);
Install stained glass;
Make the windows frosted (makes the outlines blurry).

Anti-vandal glass is also a good idea, no one will be able to spoil the appearance of your windows and ruin them. In this case, the frames on top can be alternated - fixed with hinged ones, and vertical blind windows (transoms) can be installed in the lower part.

Glazing of a loggia 6 meters: features, options, recommendations

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All owners of a six-meter loggia at some point are faced with the need for repairs. However, not everyone knows that with some effort, you can turn this room into a full-fledged room, a greenhouse, a workspace, a place for relaxation and solitude. Also, the loggia can become a continuation of the living space. Due to it, you can increase the kitchen area by placing a table and chairs for eating here.

To make this idea a reality, you will have to do a major overhaul: seal the room, install a heating system, waterproof it, and, if necessary, replace and insulate the floor. Here you will have to make considerable calculations, taking into account the type of parapet and the strength of the outer slab.

If the apartment is located above the first floor, there will be even more problems, since construction will take place at a height.

Glazing a loggia is a complex and dangerous process that will take a lot of time. Therefore, if you doubt your abilities, it is better to turn to specialists who will complete all the work efficiently and on time.

Important nuances

The type of glazing depends on the following points:

budget size;
type of glazing (cold or warm);
required design.

When calculating your budget, you should take into account that warm windows are much more expensive than ordinary aluminum ones.

Before starting work, take into account the differences in the parapet. A 6 m long loggia is a rather long room, so the level of the parapet is often different . The difference sometimes reaches 7 cm. This point must not be missed, because it is the parapet that serves as a support for the frames, otherwise the glass will not fit crookedly, or the frames will not fit into the opening at all.

The material from which the parapet is made is also of great importance. There are often cases when inexperienced owners decide to glaze a room with plastic, but the parapet simply cannot stand it.

Please note that the condition of the loggia may not allow the installation of such a large weight, so it is recommended to consult an engineer before starting work.

Types of glazing

Cold

This type of balcony glazing involves the presence of an aluminum profile. It protects from any weather, be it snow or rain. However, this room will always be cold.

If you decide to opt for this option, you should not expect that it will become a full-fledged living room. But such a solution does not require large financial expenditures, and the work takes very little time, compared to other varieties. In addition, such a structure will not be heavy, so it can even be mounted on a metal parapet.

Semi-warm

Glazing slidors (sliders) is suitable for almost any type of loggia. The design does not put much pressure on the parapet, but compared to the above option, it insulates the room. Experts recommend choosing semi-warm glazing if you want to visually enlarge the space and give it a modern appearance.

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Single sliding windows are installed here, however, the rail is located not from below, but from above, so that the windows do not “press” on the lower part of the structure. An anti-burglary system is provided.

As a bonus, a mosquito net installed on separate rails is often offered. Sliding frames can significantly save space.

Warm PVC and wood

Such glazing is considered the most comfortable; thanks to it, owners can easily control the temperature in the room. Double-glazed windows are provided. You can install a 0.7 cm plastic profile or wooden Euro-windows.

Panoramic

This type of glazing is called French. You can use any material for the floor. In Russia, such a solution is not yet very widespread, however, it looks very nice and is gaining more and more popularity every year.

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Features of the parapet

Parapets are divided into 3 types.

Metal. The most fragile variety. It must be strengthened before glazing.
Brick.
Concrete. The most reliable option. If the slab is new, then it is not necessary to completely cover the front part of the loggia.

Please note that if a metal parapet is reinforced with wood, then in strong winds it will move.

The fact is that in almost all cases the metal is reinforced with pine bars, but under the influence of moisture they quickly lose their strength.

If the parapet is too flimsy, then it is advisable to strengthen it with a metal channel or iron pipe. As a last resort, you can make brickwork from the inside.

If any metal structure, even the most durable, requires strengthening, then brickwork from scratch is the best option for a glazing parapet. Concrete can be a quality alternative, but if the building is many years old, then it needs to be carefully inspected. Even small chips can become a big problem in the future. All cracks must be covered with cement mortar.

In old houses, the distance between the concrete parapet and the wall is about 25 cm. In this case, it is necessary to fill in the gaps and plaster them; at the very end, waterproofing is carried out.

Features of glazing of a 6-meter loggia.

In the process of drawing up a project, you should take into account not only the parameters of the window unit. It is recommended to pay attention to the parapet, which acts as the basis for glazing a 6-meter loggia. There is also a window sill on it. To avoid the formation of leaks through which heat will escape, you need to take the measurements correctly. Given the significant length, differences in level often occur in different areas. Sometimes the error is quite large – up to 7 cm.

To glaze a 6-meter loggia, you should not take measurements yourself. Due to inaccuracies, the frame will not fit into the opening or, conversely, it will turn out to be small.

If the parapet is too crooked, the best option would be to dismantle it and erect a structure with flat surfaces. When you are interested in the question of how to properly install window units on a parapet, you must first assess its condition and make sure that the support does not need repair. Types of parapet and features of installation and operation of window units when installed on similar structures:

Made from concrete . The advantage is high strength. However, the weight of such a structure is significant if the parapet itself is thick. As a result, when glazing, insulating the loggia, and during the finishing and arrangement of the finished premises, the mechanical load on the base increases. Sometimes gaps are left between the wall and the parapet during the construction stage. The disadvantage of concrete is its susceptibility to deformation during use.
Brick. This is the most preferred option. Brick retains heat well. For this reason, warm glazing of the loggia is recommended when such a parapet is installed. In addition, this design option is durable. This allows the blocks to be mounted directly on the parapet. The advantage is a long service life and the ability to create a reliable wind-resistant barrier. If a concrete parapet was previously installed on the loggia, which has already begun to collapse, after its dismantling it is permissible to erect a brick structure.
Metal sheets are not always firmly fixed, which contributes to an increase in the amplitude of their vibrations under the influence of wind load. Sometimes the value of this indicator increases to 6 cm. As a result, metal sheets create noise when they hit the frame; in addition, the support in this case is not strong enough. Installation on such a parapet is not possible. It is recommended to increase its reliability by using a metal channel or a shaped rectangular pipe.

If the parapet is not deformed and there are no cracks along its entire height, windows can be installed directly on such a structure. Otherwise, it is first dismantled, then a new parapet is erected. You should not install frames on a support that has already been damaged, since in this case the reliability of fastening the windows will be reduced.

When a metal parapet is located on the loggia, in order to strengthen it, the structure is reinforced with masonry made of foam blocks. This is a fairly reliable material. It is also often used as auxiliary thermal insulation. However, you can increase the free space on the loggia. To do this, the metal parapet is dismantled. Instead, a foam block structure is being erected. Thanks to this, it becomes possible to expand the loggia by 10 cm.

In addition to the reliability of the design, appearance is also taken into account. You need to think about how to design the parapet on the outside. In this case, it is necessary to take into account the type of material from which the structure is made. For example, brickwork does not require decoration. Concrete slabs on the loggia are also not decorated.

If the parapet is made of metal, it is recommended to close it from the outside, since this material is susceptible to corrosion, and soon the sheets will lose their appearance under the influence of precipitation.

Available design options for this design:

siding;
coated corrugated sheet: galvanized products are not used, preference is given to analogues protected by a layer of polymer material;
French glazing; if desired, the lower part of the glass unit can be made matte, colored or tinted.