We choose inexpensive windows for the dacha and install them ourselves

Everyone knows that the key to comfort and warmth is not only a good heating system, but also high-quality and correctly installed windows.

If all the heat escapes into the cracks in the frame, then you can throw away a lot of money on heating. This is irrational and very costly.

How to choose high-quality and at the same time inexpensive windows for your dacha, and how to install them correctly? We will try to answer this question in full, we will tell you about the various options and approximate prices, among which you can choose the most suitable one for yourself. Using this information, you can easily select and install windows in your dacha.

Windows for the dacha - the final touch of construction

Windows for a summer house are usually installed at the final stage of construction. When the walls and roof are erected, it’s time for the glazing. Often at this point problems with financing begin. But it is necessary to close the “box” in order to protect the new house from bad weather before winter. The owner or foreman begins to look for an opportunity to fit the purchase of windows for a summer house into a heavily reduced budget. Cheap windows bought in a hurry for a summer house often do not survive the first winter, but I would like the money not to be wasted.

Photo: windows are installed at the final stage of construction. It is better to plan the purchase of windows for your dacha and figure it out in advance. What can you save on without sacrificing quality? Which windows are best to choose for a summer house?

Types of country glazing

A country house is an individual building and each project is different, but there are still several types of structures.

1. Standard glazing . These are ordinary windows used to replace old ones or install them in a private home.
2. Sliding systems. They are most suitable for installing them on verandas and terraces, which can be opened in the summer and left locked in bad weather.

   
   The sliding system is installed on verandas or terraces

3. Blind windows . Suitable for installation in a house where ventilation is not required or, for example, in small openings on the attic floor.
4. Glazing of the winter garden . Such windows combine several requirements: vertical or inclined glass, as well as a sliding system. When tilted, the glass must have a large margin of safety (shockproof).

As you can see, which windows to choose for a country house will depend on the room and personal preferences. But it is worth considering that wide panoramic double-glazed windows, and even with a sliding system, will cost more than others. In addition, such windows will require additional security: grilles, shutters or roller blinds. Otherwise, they become vulnerable to intruders.

Windows for a country summer house

The overwhelming majority of country houses have one requirement - the ability to spend the night a couple of nights a week or to take grandmothers and grandchildren out of the city for the summer. In winter, such dachas are not used.

The requirements for windows for summer country houses for the warm season (May-October) are the simplest - to close the room from rain and cold.

High heat and sound insulation are irrelevant for them, since there is no need to save on heating. They are unlikely to be of great interest to burglars.

Often people choose wooden windows made from solid timber with single-chamber double-glazed windows or ordinary joinery with glass , all with hardware.

Photo: you can buy ready-made windows for a change house. You can buy them on the construction market, the cost starts from 1,400 rubles/m2. Such windows require additional sanding and painting. A non-glued wooden profile gains and releases moisture throughout the year, causing windows to have problems closing. This is an option for very simple summer houses.

Plastic windows in the economy segment are a more comfortable option. For neat summer country houses, it is enough to choose a window from a 60 mm profile system with a single-chamber double-glazed window and inexpensive fittings. Ready-made windows can be purchased at a construction supermarket and window openings can be formed for them. The cost of finished windows starts from 3,000 rubles/m2. For non-standard openings, you will have to contact a window company, where the price for the cheapest plastic windows will start from 4,200 rubles/m2. Such windows are made using economical fittings, profiles and sealants, so you should not expect high heat conservation, sound insulation, burglary resistance and longevity.

The advantage of plastic windows for a summer residence

If we ignore the heat and sound insulating properties of plastic windows, then the main advantage is less careful maintenance of such systems.

A dacha is still a less visited place, and there may not be enough time to paint and restore window frames. Plastic systems, although they require periodic cleaning and lubrication, are less demanding to maintain.

Providing a higher level of security will also be a positive thing, especially if you choose vandal-proof glass for a plastic window in your country house. It is difficult to break, and the door itself is very difficult to open from the street compared to old wooden counterparts.

Anti-vandal window does not require installation of bars or shutters

A wide selection of design styles will also be important. For a certain facade, an excellent option would be to stylize the profile to look like wood or any color scheme. At the same time, we repeat that they do not need to be constantly painted and the protective layer renewed.

When choosing between simple wooden and plastic windows, taking these facts into account, the advantage is definitely on the side of the latter option.

Windows for summer cottages with year-round use

Most Russians have capital houses with heating, made of logs or timber, frame or brick, but not yet luxurious country residences. In conditions of incomplete gasification of suburban settlements, heating costs are high. In the winter months, owners spend from 10,000 to 30,000 rubles on heating an average house of 130 m2 with electricity or diesel, depending on the heat efficiency of the house. The requirements for glazing in such houses are higher. Saving on heating is the main need of country property owners. Soundproofing, security, and design elements to decorate your home also come in handy. In the very first winter, thoughtless savings on windows will result in amounts of 40,000 rubles and more flying out through bad windows.

Photo: for a year-round dacha you need warm windows Recommended type of windows : windows for such houses are made to order, taking into account the wishes and requirements of the client, but everything is “tailored” for heat conservation to preserve heat and save on heating. It is recommended to use a PVC window profile with a width of 70 mm or more, or made from laminated wood beams, as well as 2-chamber double-glazed windows with energy-saving glass. Reliable fittings with the ability to adjust to tightly press the sash will provide warmth and sound insulation during daily and many years of uninterrupted operation.

Photo: Internika fittings - reliable operation for many years *Beautiful houses are more attractive to burglars, so increased burglary resistance is necessary. For this, we recommend anti-burglary fittings with mushroom-shaped pins, which will prevent the sash from being pushed out, as well as double-glazed windows with vandal-proof triplex.

The cost per square meter of such windows starts from 8,000 rubles.

Dimensions

The cities are still full of panel houses from the sixties. Entire blocks are occupied by Khrushchev buildings. And in the historical centers and on the industrial outskirts there are Stalin buildings with high ceilings. We will try to take into account housing parameters from all historical periods.

Old GOST

On January 1 , 1987 GOST 11214-86 came into force . During perestroika, the country switched to a market economy and was actively developing. This standard existed until March 1 , 2004 .

3 size groups in use back then

1. For single casement windows.

2. For double doors.

3. For tricuspid.

The windows were 30 mm smaller than the openings. The gap was required for precise installation by level or plumb.

New GOST

On January 1 , 2001 GOST 23166-99 came into force . To standardize dimensions, the document uses a unit as a basis - a building module. It is designated by the letter M and equals 100 mm. The window parameters are as follows:

Brezhnevka

The houses were built from 1965 to 1991 . Number of floors: from 5 to 12 . Perhaps the most widespread urban development among economy-class housing. The thickness of the walls was around 510 mm. Ceiling height - 2640 mm. Each apartment had a separate bathroom and a small balcony.

Khrushchev buildings

Panel houses built 1956 and 1980 Typical options are 5 and 9 floors. Housing was given to the population as temporary. It was assumed that in 20 - 50 years people would be moved to more comfortable apartments. But concrete witnesses of the past still stand in most cities. Dimensions:

Stalinka

They appeared in the mid -1930s , and “went out of fashion” in the early 1960s . The number of floors varied from 1 to 10 . Brick was used as a material for load-bearing walls. The ceiling height reached 3 meters.

Ships 1Lg-600

Construction of the houses began in 1969 and were completed in 1989 . Project documentation was developed in Leningrad. Most of the houses were built there. Number of storeys: from 5 to 15 . Panel walls with brick inserts well dampened the strength of coastal winds.

Episode 121

Large-panel buildings. Their story began in 1970 . And it's still not over. Number of floors: from 3 to 9 . But there are also rare 16 -story buildings. Reinforced concrete floors. The main disadvantage is poor sound insulation.

Episode 137

These houses were built from 1974 to 2015 . They ranged from 9 to 16 and had 18 floors. Most of them are located in St. Petersburg. There is one in Orel, several in Volgograd. The toilet is separate from the bathroom. Kitchen area - 8 - 15 m2.

Series 504

Houses appeared in cities from 1969 to 2001 . The main locations are St. Petersburg and Chelyabinsk. These are improved Brezhnevkas. The walls consist of large panels. Number of floors: 5 , 9 , 10 and 12 . The floors of the housing are covered with parquet. There are spacious loggias. Key feature: good sound and thermal insulation. Window sizes:

Series 600.11

The standard project was developed as a replacement for the 1Lg-600 . The key feature was the shape of the window in the kitchen - in the shape of the letter " L ". This design made it possible to install an air conditioner of standard dimensions of that time into the window. Number of floors: from 4 to 11 . Years of construction: 1982 - 2015 .

Series 602

Panel houses of the Brezhnev period. Number of floors: 5 or 9 . They were erected in St. Petersburg, Riga and Naberezhnye Chelny. Years of construction: 1966 - 1982 . There were garbage chutes and elevators inside. Loggias were installed at the side ends. Ceramics, polymer materials and glass slabs were used to decorate the facades. Characteristics:

Series 606

Years of construction: 1966 - 1974 . These are nine-story buildings built in St. Petersburg. 6 per floor , where there are 7 entrances, and there are 7 . The rooms have separate sanitary facilities, the floors are finished with parquet. Material: expanded clay concrete panels. The ceiling height is 2700 mm. Characteristics:

Moscow houses

In Soviet and current times, special standard projects were developed for the Capital. There are several options. Let's take the most common ones and summarize all sizes in one table:

Windows for cottages, country residences

Russians are accustomed to calling this type of household, like any other country house, a dacha. Such houses have a large area, so the need for heat conservation is very important for property owners, as is increased security and individual design.

Photo: country residences require premium windows. Windows for respectable homes must be appropriate, made from premium materials. Panoramic and large windows, colored and arched windows are common in cottages.

For such glazing, a plastic profile with a width of 80 mm or more, a glued wooden profile made from valuable wood species or warm aluminum, 2- or 3-chamber glued-in double-glazed windows with warm or multifunctional glass, reliable fittings from European brands that can withstand the heavy weight of the sashes, with protection are suitable. from burglary and a large assortment of window handles. Additional options are also possible - remote or automatic opening, control and ventilation systems. Resistance to penetration is achieved by using anti-burglary fittings and vandal-proof double-glazed windows.

Photo: Internik anti-burglary fittings will protect the house from penetration *The cost of such windows is from 12,000 rubles m2 to 50,000 rubles m2.

Why is it necessary to comply with window sizes to standards?

All restrictions were introduced for a reason, and the developed standards were adopted to guarantee long-term and safe operation of windows. When developing the standards, the “health factor” was taken into account. For example, with an opening smaller than the size required by GOST, insufficient light penetrates into the premises.

Independent changes in dimensions are prohibited by current sanitary and hygienic standards. Therefore, when calculating the minimum dimensions of a plastic window or manufactured structure, this important factor is taken into account.

Windows for a summer house - what you can save on

The balance of quality and price is relevant not only for window buyers with limited funds. For owners of any suburban real estate, the opportunity for reasonable savings is always a pleasant bonus. What can you save on in windows, and what savings can bring a lot of problems?

Window profile

Choosing an economy segment window profile will allow you to save up to 1000 rubles per square meter of glazing. But saving on profile quality will most likely result in the need to completely replace the window in 3-5 years. Cheap plastic will yellow, warp, or crack. A profile without a glossy surface is more difficult to clean, as dirt penetrates deep into the pores.

Glass and double glazing

Saving on glass doesn't make much sense. Ordinary glass without special coatings is only 150 rubles/m2 cheaper than heat-saving and energy-efficient glass, while being 40-50% cooler. The cost of heating a house will nullify the savings for one winter week and will not create the comfort that selective glass provides.

Window fittings

The fittings are responsible for the mobility of the sash in the window. It can be compared to an “engine” that must be reliable and durable. Therefore, the cost of window fittings is quite high. On average, it takes up 25-30% of the product. The price of economy-class fittings and premium products may differ by 2 times. Buying windows with economy fittings can lead to problems with ventilation and closing the window, lack of burglary resistance, frequent breakdowns and less ease of use.

Selection and installation of windows

Purchasing modern windows is not difficult. The choice of manufacturers is simply huge. However, as in the apartment version, there are general requirements for the product. How to choose plastic windows for a house outside the city and what to pay attention to when purchasing?

When buying a plastic window for a country house, be sure to pay attention to the profile of the frame. It must be on a metal frame, and its structure must be multi-chamber (not to be confused with the number of chambers in a double-glazed window) .

Reinforcing metal profile gives rigidity to the plastic

You should definitely pay attention to the quality of the fittings (handles, seals, hinges). These elements ensure reliable and long-term operation.

The glass unit is usually made of quartz glass. It is best to opt for shockproof samples. A good option would be a two-chamber system, which has good thermal insulation properties.

The number of chambers in a double-glazed window can be checked by lighting a match or lighter next to it. The number of reflections of the light in the glass will indicate how many cameras the system has. In a two-chamber double-glazed window there should be three of them, then in increasing order.

A double-glazed window consists of three glasses

When choosing a plastic window for a country house, you need to evaluate the required degree of thermal insulation. If the room is used only in the warm season, then the requirements for this item can be reduced. Also, in utility rooms and little-used rooms, opening doors are not needed and blind bags can be installed.

Having chosen the best option, you should contact the manufacturer. You will need to remove the parameters of the openings. The installation company usually takes measurements free of charge and then provides an estimate for manufacturing and installation.

Ratio of window size and number of sashes

The required number of sashes in the installed block can be determined in accordance with a number of restrictions present in the current GOSTs. One element with an area of ​​2.5 m2 weighs up to 100 kg. Therefore, these parameters limit single-leaf structures. Even when changing the height and width of the product, the permissible parameters from the standards must not be exceeded. Moreover, the dimensions of the blind structures being installed are 800×400 mm.

In residential buildings, most often there are installed window structures with two or three sashes. The balcony block has a door and a large blind window. In multi-storey buildings, in which the height of the openings is 1350x1500 mm, the division of blocks is carried out to give symmetry to adjacent areas.

Access to remote areas of installed double-glazed windows for their annual cleaning is also taken into account. When installing a window with two sashes measuring 1500x1500 millimeters in the opening, regular maintenance will be difficult. In this case, it is recommended to order window units with three sashes.

Optimal window parameters

The current standard 23166-99 contains a table indicating the proportions of blocks of windows and doors, which also contains information about the maximum height and width of the structures being installed. The dimensions from this document coincide with the parameters of standard installed windows used in the design and construction of buildings.

Width

In accordance with the standards, windows are made no more than 2670 mm in width, but this figure decreases as the opening increases in height. At the maximum height, the width of the installed window structure is 1779 mm.

Height

The permissible window height is 2750 mm. This figure is reduced to 2070 mm if the width of the window structure is 2670 mm.

Mounting depth of windows

This parameter is influenced by the thickness of the profiles used to make the frame of window structures, and for each type of window there is a certain size range:

• PVC windows – from 58 to 120 mm;
• windows made of aluminum structures – from 45 to 125 mm;
• windows made of wooden profiles - from 58 to 165 mm.

The increased installation depth improves the window's thermal and sound insulation characteristics; the wide profile allows the installation of double-glazed windows with a greater thickness and number of chambers.

GOST for wooden windows

The current document 24700-99 contains some requirements for the permissible sizes of windows and doors made of wood.
The standards are valid for single and complex structures that have two separate installed double-glazed windows. In accordance with such developed standards, the following restrictions must be observed:

• Active sashes - 1800×1200 mm,
• Doors measuring 2300×900 mm
• For diagonals with a length of up to 1400 millimeters, a slight error of approximately 1.5 mm is possible.

For installed wooden windows with exceeding permissible dimensions, glued laminated timber with a cross-section of at least 78×78 mm is used. The parameters can be increased by 10% and only in height. Checking the compliance of the parameters of the timber with the blocks is carried out before installation.