Window putty: how to use, home preparation

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Andrey September 18, 2016Specialization: facade finishing, interior finishing, construction of dachas, garages. Experience of an amateur gardener and gardener. We also have experience in repairing cars and motorcycles. Hobbies: playing the guitar and many other things that I don’t have time for :)

As you know, wooden windows require periodic maintenance, in particular it is necessary to pay attention to sealing the glass, which is usually done using putty. Of course, nowadays there are special compounds on sale intended for these purposes, however, you don’t have to spend money on them, since the putty you make for windows yourself is not inferior to them in quality and durability. In this article I will introduce you to several proven recipes by which you can make such putty at home.

Window putty seals glass

How to choose putty for wooden windows?

Window putty is used to waterproof joints, securely fasten glass, and hide minor defects. The product is a paste made from various components. Sold ready-made or dry. You can also prepare the putty yourself by choosing one of the existing recipes. When choosing a sealing composition, you need to pay attention to the following properties:

• moisture resistance for operation in any weather;
• plasticity for filling the smallest gaps;
• water resistance;
• resistance to temperature changes and sunlight;
• lifetime;
• fast hardening to hold glass;
• absence of harmful impurities in the composition;
• good adhesion.

When planning to carry out work on sealing wooden windows in the cold season, pay attention to the temperature indicated on the packaging.

Choose a sealant that can work down to -200 C. A silicone compound is best for fungus and mold, but when it dries, such putty will shrink a lot.

Reasons for the formation of cracks

The first sign of increasing cracks is dust on the windowsill, which appears a short time after erasing. Also, a violation of the tightness is indicated by fogging of glass, drafts and noise. The biggest problem is the appearance of drips on the wallpaper under the windowsill and mold.

To seal cracks, it is important to find out the reason for their appearance:

Violation of installation rules. Unprofessional installation leaves large, poorly foamed gaps between the wall and the glass unit. The installation material dries out over time, causing the window to warp and cracks to form. A candle will help check the tightness. Pass the flame of a candle or lighter along the joints. The external contact areas of the frame must be tightly foamed, puttied and plastered.

Seal wear. The rubber bands can crack, jump out of the groove and tear. Untreated material is destroyed by sun, snow and rain

It is important to apply a coat of plaster or paint on the street side to protect the seal.

Wear of fittings. Natural wooden frames are susceptible to adverse environmental influences

The wood dries out during use and the cracks increase. In plastic structures, rubber seals, locks and latches become unusable.

The most popular putty compositions for windows

In the store or on the market there is a large selection of caulking pastes, divided into acetate and neutral. The former increase the tightness of the glass, the latter are applied to seams and joints. The following compositions of sealing agents can be distinguished:

• acrylic - a modern analogue of the old putty for windows. It has many positive qualities, such as harmlessness, interaction with other materials, rapid hardening, good heat retention and protection from drafts, and does not ignite. Acrylic paste can be plastered and painted. The only drawbacks are that the white color turns yellow over time and is not resistant to moisture, so it is better to work with this product on the inside of the window;
• silicone - used for working with wooden and plastic windows. The material penetrates well into any hard-to-reach places, and after drying it creates excellent protection from moisture and cold air. The disadvantages of silicone paste are its strong vinegar smell and the ability to peel off from the surface. If this situation occurs, then a rather impressive gap will form on the window. Also, silicone cannot be painted;
• rubber is the most effective, but also the most expensive composition. It has good strength indicators, is easy to use and does not crumble after hardening.

Acrylic putty for windows
In addition to pastes for wooden windows, there are compositions for PVC structures. These include butyl products, which are used when connecting 2-3 glasses in double-glazed windows. Polyurethane sealants are used to increase strength. They can be painted and are resistant to temperature changes. The disadvantage of this product is its composition. The chemical components it contains are harmful to health.

Store options

There are quite a few ready-made window putties; they differ in composition, temperature and mechanical characteristics, as well as in the materials on which they are preferably applied. Most sealants are universal and can be used on both wood and plastic surfaces.

Steez (A, B)

This is a one-component, vapor-permeable acrylic-based mixture intended for outdoor and indoor use. Products of type “A” are characterized by high resistance to atmospheric influences and are used for sealing cracks on the street side. Stiz-B is intended for interior work.

The use of Stiz A, B, D sealants in combination when installing windows

Features of putty:

• High resistance to changes in humidity and temperature, does not degrade when exposed to sunlight.
• We are vapor permeable, which eliminates the accumulation of dampness and the appearance of mold formations later.
• After final polymerization, the putty can be coated with coloring mixtures.
• For application use a spatula, brush or a special syringe.
• Strong adhesion to most materials, including surfaces with high humidity.

How to prepare putty for windows, the best recipes for homemade sealants

For those who don’t want to bother with preparing window putty at home, there are ready-made products that can be purchased at any hardware or hardware store. These include:

• "Gamma" is a Russian manufacturer of inexpensive putty, which can be worked with within the temperature range of -50–+400C. The paste sets quickly and does not crack after drying;
• “Dobra” is a product based on vegetable oils, plasticizers and fillers. It has such characteristics as resistance to precipitation, moisture does not shrink and is non-toxic;
• Leinölkitt is a paste based on linseed oil. Designed for wooden windows.

Leinölkitt window putty
If you want to save money on sealing compound, you can use homemade recipes. There is nothing difficult about making window putty with your own hands. The main thing is to choose a recipe that suits the specifics of the window design, as well as your individual parameters. There are compositions that are relatively easy to prepare, but will not last long. The latter will require a little work, but after completion of the work, you can be sure that the window structure will not need repair for a long time.

Recipe No. 1: using linseed oil

A high-quality mixture that is used both for domestic purposes and by craftsmen. The putty contains chalk and linseed oil. The paste seals any cracks well, is easy to use and will last at least a year. The components for the product are sold in hardware stores. You can take chalk in pieces or powder. The second option is preferable.

1. Chalk (if in pieces) is crushed using a grater or wrapped in cloth and broken with a hammer.
2. Flaxseed oil is added to crushed chalk in a 4:1 ratio. On average, 10 tbsp is taken per serving. l. chalk and 2.5 tbsp. l oil.
3. The mass is thoroughly mixed to a dough-like state.

The readiness of the mixture is checked by rolling a ball. If it holds its shape, the putty is ready; if it blurs, you need to add more chalk. The paste in this recipe turns out to be yellowish. You can make it white using purified linseed oil or by adding dye when you crush the chalk. If you don’t have linseed oil, you can replace it with drying oil, but be prepared for an unpleasant odor.

There is another recipe based on the same ingredients. Half a glass of flaxseed oil is brought to a boil. Pour 0.5 cups of cold oil into the container and add hot oil to it. Pour crushed chalk or limestone into the liquid and mix everything well. The paste can also be colored by adding dyes. It is recommended to use the putty immediately or store it in a tightly closed container.

Recipe No. 2: tar and ash

Window putty based on ash and tar has been tested for years and has proven itself to be a strong and durable material.

1. The tar is placed in a metal container, placed on the stove and simmered over low heat for 2 hours. After this it is cooled.
2. Wood ash is sifted several times and ground to a powder.
3. Both components are combined and mixed well.
4. The consistency should be dense, and the mass should not stick to your hands.

To make putty for windows you will need tar
. Tar putty is black in color, so it is not suitable for sealing white windows. But in utility rooms, a garage, a barn or on dark frames it will be indispensable. The paste penetrates well into all crevices and is resistant to moisture and sun. The ash present in the composition has a beneficial effect on wood, protecting it from destruction. You need to start covering immediately after preparing the composition, because... it hardens very quickly.

Recipe No. 3: with sand and flour

For the recipe, you need to take river sand of the finest fraction. The cost of such putty is minimal, and the necessary ingredients are always on hand. The paste is used if urgent repairs are needed and nothing else is available. Unlike previous products, the putty is not as flexible and durable.

1. The sand is sifted, washed and dried.
2. In a 1:1 ratio, flour and sand are combined and mixed until a homogeneous mass is formed.
3. Gradually add water and mix. The consistency should be pasty.

It is better to use this composition indoors, then it will last for several years. On the outside, a more plastic material is used.

Recipe No. 4: vegetable oil and talc

Window putty with vegetable oil is an excellent option to make its use waste-free. It is necessary to use the sediment formed at the bottom of the bottle with unrefined vegetable fat.

1. Carefully separate the sediment from the clear oil.
2. Talc is gradually poured into the liquid in a 1:1 ratio until the consistency required for work is obtained.
3. After receiving the composition, use it immediately.

If talc is not available, it can be replaced with decorative cement, putty or sand. This paste turns out to be plastic and is well distributed over the surface of the frame.

Recipe No. 5: multi-component putty based on white lead

Pasta according to this recipe requires a little more effort and time to prepare, but the result will exceed all expectations. The putty works well, and windows with it will last at least 3 years. To prepare you will need:

• lead white - 10 parts;
• chalk powder - 5 parts;
• linseed oil - 7 parts;
• beeswax - 3 parts;
• ocher or umber - 3 parts.

To make your own putty, you will need honey powder.
Melt the wax in a water bath. Without removing it from the heat, pour in the linseed oil and stir. Cool the composition and add chalk and ocher and mix. Add lead white and give the composition a uniform consistency. Transfer the paste to a suitable container for storage and cover. This putty is suitable for treating several wooden windows. Store the container with the composition in a cool, dark place.

When and why do you need to seal frames?

Wood is not at all as impractical as people think of it. If you make it a habit to regularly renew the caulking material on your windows, you can ensure constant heat retention and guaranteed fixation of glass windows.

It is important to mention that untimely renewal of the caulking layer on the frames can trigger the beginning of the process of wood rotting: it will begin to crack, let in air and moisture, and rot. There is an impressive number of ready-made putties that can be found on the construction market. Although, if you carefully understand the essence and composition of the putty, then it is not advisable to buy such material, since the purpose and performance of the functions of the ingredients included in the putty will be quite satisfactory for the simplest available components. Therefore, it is more profitable and smarter to prepare this type of material with your own hands. In addition, the production of a caulking solution does not require qualifications and anyone can do it.

If at the end of the window sealing process there is still an impressive amount of material left, then it can be saved. To do this, you need to pack the material in oiled cardboard. If the material is fossilized, it can be placed in plastic with water.

During cold weather or heating shutdowns, many rooms become damp and cold. Then all the work on insulating the room begins. However, it is better to carry out this procedure in advance so that when cold weather sets in, the room does not need time to warm up.

The consistency of the prepared composition usually resembles a paste. During its application, the putty should “flow” into all the finest cracks, so the putty composition should not burden the frame.

There is a rich recipe for variations of caulking solutions. During the entire period of using homemade insulation, components such as linseed oil, drying oil, nitrocellulose, polyester and others were used. Depending on the base of the caulking solution: whether it is dry or wet, it can be placed in different containers. The paste-like putty is placed in a container similar to a pastry syringe. The dry caulking mixture is mixed with water in a small basin.

Industrial putties sell different color consistencies that are suitable for putty or paint solutions.

How to use window putty, features and rules of application

Before you start working with fresh putty, you need to get rid of the layer of old material. To do this you will need a thin spatula or a sharp knife. A construction hair dryer will heat up the putty, make it softer and simplify the work of removal. If the dry paste does not give in, there is no need to apply force, as the glass may be damaged. After the old putty is completely removed, the glass is removed and the surface of the frame is well cleaned with sandpaper.

The clean window frame is ready for further processing. Before applying the paste, the wooden surface is impregnated with a deep penetration primer. This is necessary so that the oil component does not penetrate into the wood.

The glass is inserted into the frame and secured around the perimeter with several small nails. A sausage is rolled out of the putty, which is placed at the joint between the glass and the frame. You can also use a knife with a wide blade or a rubber spatula for application. The sealant is applied to the tool. Without lifting it from the surface, the paste is carefully leveled to cover all the cracks. All windows are processed in a similar way. Once the putty is dry, it can be sanded and painted.

Purpose

Several types of putty and putty mixtures are produced based on several components:

• linseed oil;
• drying oils;
• polyester;
• nitrocellulose.

They can be in the form of a paste, a dry mixture or packaged in containers.

Window putty is a thick paste. Apply to the junction of the frame and glass. The feasibility of use is to ensure the maximum level of tightness and strength. Slots, cracks - cover with paste.

But since glass very rarely comes off in plastic structures, it solves another problem.

After their installation, gaps form between the frame and the wall. This defect violates the tightness, heat loss increases, and sound insulation properties decrease. As a result, ice and dampness form. To eliminate them, a sealant is useful.

Important! To prevent the wooden structure from cracking from excessive dampness and starting to rot, it is necessary to promptly update the putty layer.

Advantages and disadvantages of homemade window seals

Homemade putty is cheaper than store-bought sealants. Most of the components are found around the house or sold in stores for pennies. Also, the composition of the paste is selected individually, based on the operating conditions of the window, the type of frame and its condition. Do-it-yourself window putty also has disadvantages. This is the fragility of some compounds. You should only work with homemade sealants in warm, windless weather. This is not entirely convenient if it is cold outside and repairs need to be carried out urgently. Otherwise, such mixtures are beneficial, especially for work in the country house or utility room.

Nag

This stationery is designed for lightening and correcting drawings made with charcoal and pastel.

It can also remove all dirt from tracing paper. This cleansing gum has a doughy texture and wrinkles easily. With a stick you can easily remove pencil marks from a sheet, while the paper remains clean, without streaks.

It is important to consider that the nag absorbs dust very quickly. It should be stored in cellophane. If necessary, the top dirty layer can be cut off and the eraser will be like new again.

At home, there are several alternative options for replacing an eraser. Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages, so you should choose based on the desired result.

Many people think that ink marks are an irreversible and irreducible phenomenon. Many people don’t know how to write on an old pen whose refill no longer writes, but the correction needs to be done with this particular pen. Everyone at some point during their school years tried to correct a remark that the teacher wrote in her diary. But it was very difficult to do it beautifully; it turned out to be a mess. Indeed, it is not so easy to remove the paste in a filigree manner, but it is possible. So how can you erase pen from paper? The method of getting rid of ink marks will be useful to many:

• schoolchildren and students;
• teachers working with journals;
• office workers dealing with various documents;
• correction of sick leave;
• mothers whose young children artistically decorate new wallpaper.

You will learn how to quickly wipe a pen from paper without damaging it in the following “folk” recipes. Many people are also interested in how to wash paste from clothes; we’ll try to look at everything in this article.

Beautiful window: secrets of window putty. Advice from professionals.

Even ordinary window putty keeps many secrets. Use tips from the professionals to get a beautiful window.

If you will have putty applied to your beautiful window, remember that the putty must be compatible with the frame material and glass. It is best to use drying oil-based putty for wooden frames and acrylic or universal putty for metal ones. Putty can cause discoloration of laminated glass and compromise the seal of the glass unit. You will need professional advice to ensure your window remains beautiful.

Before applying putty to the wooden frame and glass, first prime the rebate. Prime the clean wood of the frame first, otherwise the wood will quickly absorb the drying oil from the putty. This will cause it to dry out too quickly and crack.

When working with putty, it is vital to get it to a workable consistency. Powder your hands with talcum powder, then the putty will not stick to your hands

Take a lump of putty, place it on a sheet of blotting paper and knead thoroughly until smooth. Excess drying oil will be absorbed by the paper. Do not use newspaper; printing ink will turn the putty a different color.

Remember, only practice is the way to a beautiful window that preserves the warmth and comfort of your home. After applying the putty, tilt the putty knife so that one edge rests on the glass and the other on the edge of the fold. Press firmly and run along the edge of the frame. Don't stop right before the corner. You will get an even beveled layer of putty.

To press the glass before the putty dries, use special glass nails without a head. Hammer them every 200 mm, keeping the hammer parallel to the glass. Hammer them well so that the spatula does not catch on them when applying putty.

For metal frames, you should operate the clips that secure the glass. If replacement is necessary, contact a glass shop to have new clips made.

When working with putty to achieve a beautiful window, remember the golden rule: keep your putty knife clean. Then, when working, more putty will not stick to it than necessary. To clean, the spatula must be dipped in water from time to time.

Condensation is a dangerous enemy for both the frame and the putty. Before installing the glass, professionals recommend putting a layer of putty into the rebate. Press the glass firmly against the putty until it squeezes out. You will receive a continuous insulating layer against condensation. Then drive two glass studs on each side and apply caulk to the outside.

The putty can be replaced. A simple alternative is to reinforce the glass with a wooden bead. For each side of the frame, cut a bead, make a 45-degree bevel and mark them. Apply window caulk or caulk to the inside of the bead. Then reinstall and secure with nails or brass screws.

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Sand mortar

This is a unique type of putty and should be used only to a limited extent, since the resulting mixture does not have high-quality and durable characteristics. This type of mixture is suitable when unexpected cracks have appeared and they urgently need to be sealed with something for a local period. This type of putty is also used in cases where alternative ingredients cannot be found. This putty is suitable if you urgently need to patch the gap between the window glass and the wooden structure.

Manufacturing procedure:

1. Pour sand powder in equal proportions into flour.
2. Knead the resulting dry mixture with water.
3. Knead until the consistency is thick enough to stick to the surface.