External sun protection systems for windows - an alternative to air conditioners

Despite the advent of modern security devices and the fairly high popularity of metal grilles, some homeowners prefer to install shutters on their windows. This choice is due to several reasons - individual preferences, the architecture of the building, the impossibility of installing other types of protection, as well as the need to provide a sufficiently high level of security at a reasonable cost. In addition to the main purpose, these elements of window structures perform several auxiliary functions, which also explains the fairly high demand for these products. Although shutters are most often used in suburban construction, they can be found on urban sites for various purposes.

Insulated roller shutters: features, types and price

Mostly, special structures are placed on windows, doors and gates for the purpose of protection, but there are also insulated roller shutters. The article provides information about the features of insulated shutters, their varieties and costs in Russian companies.

Features and advantages of insulated roller shutters

In addition to the usual functions of roller protection against mechanical stress and the whims of nature, insulated roller shutters for a garage, for example, or windows create additional protection from the cold. The design is suitable for any room, even for insulating an apartment.

Roller shutters on residential windows

The lamellas of the roller shutters are tightly fastened to each other, leaving no gaps. Thus, the canvas becomes completely impenetrable. If we compare this design with conventional metal-plastic windows in terms of thermal protection, then roller shutters are equivalent to two double-glazed windows.

Insulation occurs due to the presence of special foam inside the lamellas, which increases the thermal conductivity of the structure. For comparison, a regular double-glazed window can keep temperatures up to 12°C, when the outside temperature reaches -26°C. When installing insulated roller shutters, the glass temperature rises to 18°C. Such an insignificant increase at first glance will lead to significant energy savings for heating.

Saving heat with insulated roller shutters

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It is worth noting that in addition to the heat-saving function, such roller shutters can increase the sound insulation of a room by 25%.

There are several types of insulated roller shutters

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1. Steel shutters are filled with polyurethane foam, which serves as thermal protection. In addition, steel roller shutters are durable and provide excellent protection against thieves.
2. There are also extruded aluminum roller shutters. This design perfectly performs the anti-vandal function, and insulation is provided by models with foam filler.

Where can I buy?

Below is information about companies where you can purchase insulated roller shutters. The price of the models will vary depending on the material and size of the canvas.

The company offers roller shutters of its own production, as well as their installation and service.

• Address:
  Moscow, building 12 on Elektrozavodskaya street
• Call here:
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• More details:
  https://www.domcomfortov.ru/

The company offers a range of services, including the development of a design project and installation of the finished structure.

Sun protection film

The simplest and at the same time quite effective way to protect against sun rays. The material is a thin polymer membrane, on which a metal powder coating is applied on one side. The film cuts off UV rays, but still lets in enough light to make the occupants of the house feel comfortable. And with the onset of autumn, when the sky becomes increasingly cloudy, the sun protection can be removed.

It is worth mentioning that the film not only protects from heat. When glued to glass, it turns it into a kind of triplex. And if the window is broken, the fragments will not fly away in all directions, but will remain in the frame, held by the polymer membrane.

The obvious advantage of solar control film is its low price. Thus, a mirror membrane 150 × 60 cm will cost only 200-400 rubles. And during sales you can find even better deals. However, the too modest price tag should alert you. Cheap, low-quality film can cause big problems. If the manufacturer cheated by applying a metal coating to it and left gaps, in these places the film will stick tightly to the glass and it will be extremely difficult, if not impossible, to remove it.

The film must be glued with a metal coating to the glass. And before starting work, you should hold the canvas up to light and make sure that the coating is applied evenly

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Insulated roller shutters

Insulated roller shutters consist of aluminum tape filled with polyurethane (foam):

Nuances : good thermal insulation and sound insulation, but the degree of protection is not high compared to canvases made of extruded, vandal-proof profiles.

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There is no need to think that roller shutters can be used solely to protect the house from intruders. One of the main, but still secondary functions is also maintaining sound insulation and maintaining heat in the room. Thanks to its reliable design, the filled profile ensures that cold air from the street cannot penetrate into the room, thus maintaining an acceptable temperature in the room.

Solar control glass unit

Perhaps the most effective sun protection, optimal for houses with a large glass area. This design reflects up to 58% of the sun's energy. Such an impressive effect is achieved through the use of glass with a special coating, for example, sputtering of tiny silver particles applied in several layers. This “mirror” not only reflects the sun’s rays penetrating from the outside, but also reflects heat from heating devices during the cold season. Thus, the solar-protective double-glazed window allows you to save not only on air conditioning, but also on heating.

The heat transfer resistance coefficient of a solar control glass unit reaches 1.3 m² K/W, which provides heat savings of about 87%

Advantages of insulated roller shutters

Thanks to modern production technologies, the same warm gate made from a garage profile, for example, has absolutely no gaps between its elements. Thanks to the design of the lamellas, the cavities can be filled with a special heat-insulating material. If we compare the effectiveness of reducing heat loss when using this kind of solutions, then we can compare them with installing an additional double-glazed window in a window.

Let's look at everything using an example for understanding. For example, it is -26 degrees outside, at this time the temperature of the inner glass of a conventional double-glazed window will be about +10 degrees, after installing insulated roller shutters, the temperature can be increased to +16 degrees. Not a bad result, would you agree?

Where can I buy?

If there is a need, the price for insulated roller shutters is available to you at the RUSROLL company, you can contact us at a convenient time if you want to place an order. We are ready to present only high-quality products, because... We are official partners of the profile manufacturer ALUTECH. On the one hand, it seems that just a few degrees do not play a special role, but you will see for yourself how much the payment for heating and electricity will decrease if you use some kind of electric heating devices in your country house, for example. Or you have problems with central heating in your apartment.

Window shutters for a summer residence: types and making your own

Having come up with the proverb about a fortified house, the British did not know about the Russian method of protecting windows. Powerful oak shutters, blocking the access of dashing people to the owner's goods, turn the log house into an impregnable bastion. The Russians' love for beauty and harmony is reflected in this element of home protection. Carved shutters became the calling card of the skilled owner, completing the external decor of the hut.

Nowadays, window shutters for dachas are experiencing a rebirth.

Metal-plastic roller shutters with electric drive are not affordable for everyone. But anyone who knows how to hold a simple tool in their hands can install steel or wooden panels on windows.

In our review, we will get acquainted with the types, structure and main functions of shutters, and also give practical advice on making them yourself.

Automatic

Automatic control

Automation involves controlling iron blinds on street windows using all modern methods:

• Remote controller
• Smartphone
• Built-in keys on the wall
• Smart home control systems

This technique greatly facilitates the operation of sun protection equipment. An electric drive with a built-in battery allows you to raise or lower the roller shutters while inside the building. The system is based on the transmission of infrared radiation or radio signals. Any of the methods is effective and is used in many modern rain blinds. Similar technologies have been implemented in roller shutters.

• Roller shutters

Put the shutters on the windows. Designs and functions

There are several designs of window shutters:

• Single leaf;
• Double-leaf;
• Folding
• Combined (shutters-blinds);
• Roller shutters (roll);
• Internal shutters.

Single-leaf shutters are installed on small windows. On one side, their canvas has a hinged fastening. Closing is done using a lock or locking latches installed on the inside of the sashes.

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Double-leaf metal and wooden shutters for windows are the most common. Thanks to the symmetrical arrangement of the canvases, these structures look better than single-leaf ones. They are locked from the inside (on casement windows) or from the outside with a lock (on fixed windows).

Folding structures are used to protect large window openings. They consist of several doors that turn on hinges when closing and opening.

Blind shutters protect windows well, but do not allow sunlight into the room. Therefore, in recent years, combined designs (blinds) have become popular. The rotating mechanism of the slats allows you to adjust the light flux without opening the sash. This solves two problems: natural lighting of the premises without compromising the protective function of the shutters.

More often than adjustable designs on the market, there are options whose plates do not rotate.

Roller-type structures (roller shutters) came to us from Europe. Today they are extremely popular not only among owners of shops, warehouses and offices, but also among summer residents.

Compactness, reliability and aesthetics. These three factors attract the attention of homeowners to roller shutters. A significant disadvantage is the price of these structures. It is higher than that of swing ones.

Relatively recently, internal shutters appeared on the market. They are used to decorate the interior and regulate lighting. The level of protection of the premises from penetration of these structures is minimal.

Let's say a few words about the main functions of shutters. There are several of them:

The first priority is to protect the building from intruders. In this regard, shutters are more reliable than grilles. If installed correctly and using quality materials, they are much more difficult to break than cutting off window grille anchor pins. In addition, the shutters completely block the view of the room. The lattice, on the contrary, does not interfere with viewing the contents of the country house. It is also important that the shutters protect the window glass from direct impact with a hard object. The efficiency of the grid in this regard is much lower.

The decorative functions of shutters cannot be questioned. They are especially pronounced in wooden structures decorated with intricate carvings and figured ornaments.

Not every person is skilled in wood carving. But any home craftsman can make beautiful sashes using an ordinary board and a jigsaw.

Metal window shutters are not as expressive as wooden ones. However, when using forged decor they look beautiful and aesthetically pleasing.

Energy-saving features also cannot be ignored. It is no secret that the main heat loss from premises occurs through windows and doors. Closed shutters significantly reduce heat loss. The level of energy saving of these structures can be increased by insulating the doors with mineral wool or polystyrene foam.

There are two materials used to make window shutters - wood and metal.

These days, decorative shutters are made not only from metal and wood, but also from metal-plastic. This material reigns supreme in the field of door and window systems.

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Unlike wood, metal-plastic withstands weather conditions. At the same time, we are practically indistinguishable from it in appearance.

How to make window shutters with your own hands?

You can make simple security shutters yourself. We will consider two options for homemade structures: wooden and metal.

A tongue-and-groove floorboard is optimal for assembling wooden sashes. Using it, you can do without the complex joining of shield elements, the work with which requires carpentry skills.

The first step is to measure the window opening and transfer its dimensions to the sketch. You immediately need to decide on the design of the sash hinges.

There are two types of hinged hinge:

• The rotary unit is driven at one end into a hole drilled in a concrete or brick wall;
• The hinge is attached to the window frame.

Having chosen a suitable hinge design, you can begin assembling the sashes. Having cut the floorboard to the dimensions of the sketch, its parts are connected using a tongue-and-groove pattern. To ensure that the boards do not come apart, two transverse fixing pads and one inclined one – the jib – are screwed onto the top of the assembled sash.

Two bolts and lugs are attached to the linings with screws, securing the locking bolt.

Hinges are placed on the reverse side of the sashes. Having placed the shutters in the opening, the hinges are screwed to the frame with screws. It is better to install platbands on the window at the top and bottom. When installed to the right and left of the frame, they will interfere with the opening of the sashes.

Now let's see how you can make window shutters with your own hands using metal. The simplest option is to make a sash frame from a 10x20 or 20x40 mm profile pipe and attach 1.0-1.5 mm thick sheet steel to it.

The supporting frame on which the shutters will hang can be made from a 50x50 mm corner. It is more convenient to attach it to the opening using dowels.

After measuring the window opening and preparing a sketch, you can begin cutting the profile pipe to make shutter frames. The pipe sections are laid on a workbench, fixed to it with clamps and joined end-to-end using electric welding. The next step is to cut the sheet metal and weld it onto the frames. To protect the junction of the sashes, a steel strip (flashing) must be welded onto one of them.

Having made both doors, you can begin making a supporting frame from the corner and installing hinges. Having attached the leaf panels to the frame, a steel bolt and an eyelet into which the bolt will fit are welded to the middle edge of the frame.

After making sure that the shutters rotate freely and without distortion on the frame and close tightly, you can install the shutters in the opening. To do this, you need to drill two holes in the side corners of the frame for mounting dowels, and drill holes in the wall for installing plastic sleeves.

Manual

Manual control

The vortex control is the combination of a cardan transmission with a gearbox. With such a control and regulation system, raising and lowering shutters is much easier. The permissible weight of rugged blinds is no more than thirty kilograms. External metal window blinds, adjustable with a bar, have a high degree of safety.

Using long cardans, installation is possible on long window openings. After use, the handle folds into a flat bar, so blinds with such a system do not require additional space. The main scope of application is commercial enterprises and private property.

Video of installation of manual external blinds

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