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More recently, in the glazing of residential buildings and industrial buildings, only wooden window frames were used. Today, many consider them relics of the past and are in a hurry to replace them with modern metal-plastic structures. Indeed, in addition to high performance, they are much cheaper than wooden frames. To install plastic windows with your own hands, you do not need to have superpowers. Almost anyone who can hold a tool in their hands will cope with such a task.
However, do not forget that each job requires certain skills and craftsmanship. Lack of experience in installing windows can lead to a number of troubles. These are systematic breakdowns, loose fit and high throughput of street air into the apartment.
To avoid the above points, in this article we will provide step-by-step instructions that will help you install your windows correctly and efficiently. If you still decide to trust professionals, be aware that some of them are not really like that, and for a number of reasons they openly neglect the individual stages of proper installation (some save time, others save money). Having an idea about the ongoing work, you can easily exercise independent control over the entire process. And later you will enjoy the high-quality operation of your windows, which will bring joy to all family members.
The main steps for installing new windows:
- taking measurements;
- dismantling of old windows;
- preparation of openings;
- assembly of a metal-plastic structure.
Not everyone knows that the manufacturer does not give absolutely no guarantee for their services in case of installing windows on their own. Therefore, if various troubles arise during the installation process, you should not rely on a refund or replacement. All metal-plastic structures are made strictly according to predetermined dimensions. In the event of your mistake, the window may not fit in the opening or it may turn out to be much smaller. And it will only be your fault. The employees of the company are solely responsible for the implementation of each of the stages of installation of the product.
Also, any inaccuracy made when installing a metal-plastic window will deprive you and your loved ones of all the advantages of a modern design and the expected level of comfort.
window measurements
When performing the necessary measurements, you need to pay attention to the fact that window openings exist with and without a quarter. Accordingly, they have different formulas for calculating sizes. 
For the first case, we must measure the width of the opening between the existing quarters, this is done at the narrowest point. And then add 3-4 cm to the figures obtained - this will be the width of our plastic frame. In addition, it is important to check that the largest distance between vertical quarters should not exceed the calculated block width.
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The height is determined by measuring between the top quarter and the bottom surface of the window opening.
If the window opening is without a quarter, the desired values \u200b\u200bcan be obtained by subtracting 5 cm from the vertical size (to put the window sill) and 3 cm from the horizontal.
When determining the size of the window sill and low tide, it is worth considering the following details:
- Often the size of the window sill is chosen based on its functionality. It should cover the radiators and indoor flowers should be placed on it;
- The window sill is taken along the length of the window opening exceeding 8-10 cm, its edges should be drowned in the slope cavity by approximately 4-5 cm;
- The dimensions of the ebb are calculated taking into account the planned insulation. It is recommended to leave it protruding 5-10 cm from the wall.
Features of measuring balcony windows
When calculating the width of balcony windows, the length of the parapet is taken as the basis, it is on it that the entire structure will lean. Also, on both sides, it is necessary to subtract 6-7 cm, which will be needed for mounting the corner profile, with the help of which the window blocks of the front and side parts are connected. The distance from the roof to the railing, with the exception of a difference of 2.5-3 cm, which is important to set aside for fastening gaps, will be the height.
Regarding the side balcony frames, their dimensions are determined in the same way. The only thing is that you need to subtract 6-7 cm from the width for mounting the corner profile, as well as 2.5-3 cm for the gap from the wall to the window.
Features of measuring windows in private houses and buildings of the old fund
When measuring windows in private houses and buildings of the old fund, it is recommended to first beat off part of the slopes on both sides (in the measurement areas). This is done in order to see what the space occupied by the window opening is like. It often happens that there are dilapidated cement mortar and various heaters that can crumble during the dismantling of an existing window. The positive thing here is that the new plastic structure can be slightly enlarged by expanding the cleared window opening. 
Ordering a metal-plastic window
Before contacting a company with an order, you should think about what type of double-glazed window is right for you. It can be one-, two- or three-chamber. As for fittings and fasteners, you can also choose them yourself.
With the technical characteristics of plastic windows that will be preferable for your home, consultants from the manufacturer's company will help you already at the time of ordering.
Some important points during installation
When installing windows on your own, you should pay attention to the following:
- metal-plastic construction must be well fixed;
- the mounting foam, which fixed the windows, must be plastered on both sides (this will prevent its subsidence and deformation of the frame in the future);
- it is very important to set the structure vertically and horizontally using a level (this will help to avoid warping).
How to install metal-plastic windows with your own hands
Before starting the installation, prepare everything you need for work:
- Window frame with fasteners;
- Building level;
- Mounting foam;
- mount;
- Bulgarian;
- Windowsill.
The process of preparing the window block
Preparing the window is an important stage in the installation work that you do with your own hands. If necessary, the double-glazed windows themselves and swing sashes are dismantled from the window structure. To release the double-glazed window, a chisel is used, it is very carefully necessary to pick up the glazing bead (fastening) and after a light blow on the tool it will come out of the grooves. Then the vertical fasteners are removed, top and bottom. The released glazing beads will need to be marked, sometimes their sizes can differ significantly, which will lead to the formation of gaps of several millimeters. The double-glazed window will come out of the grooves on its own if you tilt the frame a little. Gently lean it against the wall, creating a slight angle.
Useful information
When specialists are engaged in the installation of a plastic window, it seems that there are no difficulties, everything happens quickly and accurately. Fitters work like a finely tuned clock mechanism, where every detail falls exactly in the right place. However, not everything is so simple and you need to know exactly what and how to fix so that the window does not cause problems. Important is the choice of fasteners for proper installation, as well as the direct installation of a specific design.
Basic mounting elements
The variety of fasteners can be a stumbling block for the uninformed, and installers know exactly what parts may be needed during installation. The TBM-Market store offers a wide selection of fasteners for windows, because installation fasteners, if properly installed, will significantly increase the life of the structure.
Types of fasteners:
- dowels or screws for concrete;
- frame anchors of various types (anchor bolts);
- dowels and anchor plates;
- self-tapping screws of different diameters, including nipples for them;
- various screws and more.
Installers install the window, select the right mount that suits the type of walls in your apartment. A good quality fastener, not intended for a specific structural material, will give a poor result, and the period of reliable operation will be shorter.
- Through installation of plastic windows:
- Fixings for concrete walls (pins)
- Fastenings on frame anchors
Most installers prefer to use dowels or screws for concrete (turboscrews), since the dowel is installed quickly, holds the weight of the double-glazed window securely, and is firmly fixed in the material. During operation, a hole is pre-drilled, into which a screw with a threaded notch is screwed without a dowel, which ensures the strength of the fastener.
The pins have standard dimensions for window openings - 7.5 by 152 (132), if necessary, replacing glass with light-protective, fire-resistant, etc., the structure is easy to dismantle.
Minus fastening: dowels cannot be used when installing plastic windows in heterogeneous walls that have a layer of insulation.
As standard, the anchor has three components: a screw, a sleeve and a conical nut; it requires drilling a hole for installation in a profile and in a wall. The sleeve is at the same time an assisting element for screwing in the screw, an additional fixing link that ensures the fixation of the screw in the hole. The hidden head of the anchor (dowel) can be recessed into the hole or closed with a special overlay.
Standard anchors for concrete (solid bricks) have a length of at least 60 mm, for porous blocks or slotted bricks - at least 80 mm.
It is more problematic to dismantle a plastic window on anchors than on screws, so you need to be especially careful during installation. The disadvantage of anchor dowels is that they cannot be used for multilayer walls, especially when there is an insulating layer.
This type of fastening assumes that the integrity of the frame structure will not be compromised (no holes are drilled). For panel-type houses with walls of a multilayer structure, for glazing loggias, anchor plates are used, which are fixed in the window opening, and mounting foam. The plate is attached with the end part to the frame using self-tapping screws, and it is attached to the wall with dowels (length not more than 40 mm).
If you or your friends have previously used the services of companies for the installation of double-glazed windows, then you know that installation can be ordinary and in accordance with GOST. The second option is more expensive, but if all the requirements are met, then the quality will be much higher than in the first one (for more details about the standards, see GOST 30971-02).
Consists of several stages.
Note! When manufacturers do not give a guarantee if the measurements were not carried out by their employees. If the windows are installed incorrectly, they will soon begin to freeze, and if even the slightest mistake was made in the calculations, then the structure simply will not enter the opening.
However, if you study all the subtleties of the process, then there will be no difficulties during installation. Moreover, this way you can save a decent amount of money.
Video - Installation of PVC windows in accordance with GOST
Stage 1. Measurements
In most apartments there are openings without a quarter.
Note! A quarter is an internal frame 6 cm wide (or ¼ of a brick, hence the name), which prevents the window from falling out and strengthens the structure as a whole.
If there is no quarter, then the frame will be installed on anchors, and the foam will be closed with special flashings. Determining the presence of a quarter is quite simple: if the inner and outer widths of the frame are different, then there is still a quarter.
- First, the width of the opening (the distance between the slopes) is determined. It is recommended to remove the plaster so that the result is more accurate.
- Next, the height is measured (the distance between the slope from above and the window sill).
Note! Measurements must be repeated several times and take the smallest result.
To determine the width of the window, two mounting gaps are subtracted from the width of the opening. To determine the height, the same two gaps plus the profile height for the stand are subtracted from the height of the opening.
The symmetry and straightness of the opening is checked, for which the mounting level and plumb line are used. All defects and irregularities must be indicated in the drawing.
To determine the width of the outflow, 5 cm should be added to the already existing outflow for the bend. Also, the width of the insulation and cladding is taken into account (subject to the subsequent finishing of the facade).
The dimensions of the window sill are determined as follows: the size of the departure is added to the width of the opening, the width of the frame is subtracted from the received figure. With regards to departure, it should cover the heating radiator by a third.
Note! measured after installation.
Stage 2. Order
After measurements, the finished drawing should be taken to the window manufacturer, all the necessary fittings will be selected there. It is worth remembering that installation can be performed in one of two existing ways:
In the first option, you will have to pull the package out of the frame, insert it into the opening and install the glass back. In the second case, the entire structure is attached entirely. Each option has disadvantages - if you pull out the package, then it can; and vice versa, if the window is installed assembled, then it can be damaged due to its large weight.
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Stage 3. Preparation
This stage of installation begins only after the delivery of the ordered windows. First, the workplace is vacated, all furniture is covered with plastic wrap (there will be a lot of dust).
Step 1. If required, a double-glazed window is removed from the window. To do this, the glazing bead is slightly tucked in with a staple and pulled out. First of all, vertical glazing beads are removed, then horizontal. They are necessarily numbered, otherwise gaps form after installation.
Step 3. The bolts are unscrewed after the plugs are removed from the canopies. The handle is turned to the "ventilation mode" (in the center), the window is slightly opened and removed. Only the frame with imposts remains.
Note! Imposts are special lintels intended for dividing sashes.
Then you need to make markings for the anchors and make holes on it - two from the bottom / top and three from each side. This will require anchors ø1 cm and a drill of the required diameter.
If the material from which the walls are made is loose (for example, cellular concrete), then fastening is carried out using anchor hangers. The latter should be fixed on the wall and frame with hardened self-tapping screws (eight pieces each).
Note! To avoid the formation of a thermal bridge in the window sill profile, it must be filled the day before installation. So the element will not freeze through.
Stage 4. Dismantling work
This procedure is recommended to be carried out immediately before installing a new window. In most cases, the old ones are thrown away, so the structure can be pulled out along with the mount, and, if necessary, the frame can be sawn.
Step 1. First, the seal and thermal insulation are removed.
Step 3. The window sill is removed, the cement layer under it is cleaned off.
Step 4 Adjacent surfaces are treated with a primer (by the way, many installers forget about this). In the case of a wooden opening, a layer of waterproofing material is laid around the perimeter.
Note! Installation can be carried out at a temperature not lower than -15ᵒС. Mounting foam must be frost-resistant.
Stage 5. Installing a plastic window
Step 1. First, wooden wedges are placed around the entire perimeter, a window is installed on them (it will be easier to align the structure), only after that it is fixed to the wall. Substrates can be left - they will serve as additional fasteners.
Step 2. The absence of a stand profile can be considered a gross violation of GOST standards, since it is not only needed for stability, but also makes it possible to install an ebb with a window sill. In the absence of a profile, they are attached directly to the frame, which violates its tightness.
The correct location of the stand profile is shown in the diagram.
Step 3. Next, the evenness of the window is checked in three planes, for which the mounting level and plumb line are used. It is characteristic that traditional bubble levels are not suitable for this due to insufficient measurement accuracy, therefore it is better to use.
Step 4. If the window is straight, then it is fixed with anchors. To do this, a wall is drilled through pre-prepared holes in the structure with a puncher (about 6-10 cm). The lower anchors are fixed (not completely), the evenness of the package is checked again, after which the remaining points are attached.
Note! The final screed is made only after the final check. Do not tighten too much, otherwise the design will “skew”.
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Stage 6. Drainage
Outside, an ebb is attached to the stand profile with self-tapping screws. The joints are carefully sealed with sealant to prevent moisture from penetrating into the structure.
The edges of the tide are recessed into the walls for several centimeters, having previously made recesses with a perforator.
Note! Before installation, the lower slot is also sealed.
Stage 7. Assembly of the window
After fixing the anchors, the double-glazed window is inserted back.
Step 1. The glass is inserted and fixed with glazing beads (the latter should snap into place, for which you can lightly tap them with a rubber mallet).
Step 2. The flaps open, the tightness of their fit is checked. In the open position, arbitrary opening/closing of the sash cannot occur if the window is level.
Step 3. A mounting seam is sealed on the sides. Polyurethane foam will provide high-quality waterproofing and prevent glass from fogging. Before and after sealing, the joints are sprayed with water to improve polymerization.
Note! The seams are filled no more than 90%, otherwise the structure will “lead”. If everything is done correctly, after drying, the foam will come out a few centimeters.
Step 4. The perimeter of the window is glued with a special vapor barrier tape, and a material with a foil surface is used from below.
Stage 8. Installation of the window sill
Step 1. The window sill is cut in such a way that it enters the opening and at the same time rests against the lining profile. There remains a small gap (about 1 cm) for thermal expansion. In the future, the gap is hidden by plastic
Step 2 Wooden wedges are placed under the windowsill. It must be laid with a slight slope towards the room, and then applied with something heavy for a while until the foam dries. Additionally, the window sill can be fixed with anchor plates.
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conclusions
Now you know how plastic windows are installed, so you can safely get to work. The final check of all elements can be carried out only 24 hours after the end of installation (then the foam will already “grab”).
The described technology is quite applicable to, although there are some nuances there too - such as, for example, installing a parapet to create a partition.
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Previously, only wooden windows were installed in houses, but nowadays not only wooden windows are produced, but also.
And in the modern world, people often began to install plastic windows in their houses or apartments. So you, at some point, decided that wooden windows no longer hold heat so well, freeze through and look, let's say, not very attractive, and for this reason you decided to change wooden windows to plastic ones.
Installation of plastic windows is not easy, so this work is best left to specialists. But, if you are sure that you are able to install windows yourself or you have some experience in installing such windows, then you can install windows yourself.
That's just how to properly install a plastic window, we will tell further.
The positive quality of installing plastic windows on your own is that you will do it more carefully than many specialized workers. Still, if you do not have the skills to install such windows and have never seen how they do it, then it is best to use the services of specialized workers.
When is the best time to install plastic windows?
Installation of plastic windows can also be carried out in winter, but in the event that the outside air temperature is not less than minus five degrees. Otherwise, you need to install a special heat shield.
window measurement
Before purchasing a new plastic window, you need to make measurements of the window opening and, according to the data received, buy a finished window or place an order for window manufacturing. When you order a window according to your size, it will fit perfectly into the opening of your window accordingly.
The window should not fit tightly into the opening, there should be a small gap between the window and the opening, as it needs to expand or contract, this will depend on temperature changes.
clearance requirements
The minimum dimensions of the gaps should be:
- Window up to 1m 20 cm indent should be 15 mm;
- Window up to 2 m 20 cm indentation is 20 mm;
- Window up to 3 m indent is 25mm.
When you replace a window, you need to take into account that the window should only fit into the window opening by a certain number of centimeters. This is necessary so that the double-glazed window is not in the wall and in order to make slopes.
All measurements were taken, all the nuances were taken into account, and as a result, the required size of the window profile was obtained. Now you can go to the company and order a window or take a ready-made one that suits your parameters.
Dismantling the old window and preparing the opening
After you have already bought a window and the weather allows its installation, then you can do its installation. It must be borne in mind that all work will be quite dusty, so it is better to remove all things or cover with a film.
After you have done all the preparatory work, start dismantling the old window, and in order to remove the old window, use a chisel, pry bar and hammer.
Before installing a plastic window, it is necessary to clean the window opening well from dirt and moisten it a little.
Then you can start preparing the window for installation.
Installing a plastic window
Before installing the window profile, the sashes are removed from the window and the double-glazed windows are removed from the deaf parts of the window. Then it is necessary to peel off the protective tapes outside the profile and install the protective caps in the drain holes. We fasten fasteners for mosquito nets on self-tapping screws.
Profile insulation
If you decide to make anchors as fasteners, then the profile is drilled through and therefore the chambers are depressurized. Also, fastening windows to anchors requires more labor and skill, and for this reason, such fastening is not suitable for beginners. If the profile is not fixed correctly, it can lead, and if it does, the window will be damaged.
But anchoring also has positive qualities, for example, the design will be durable. But the negative quality of the mounting plates is that they do not provide good structural strength. But mounting plates are the easiest way to fix plastic windows. Very often, specialists use both types of mounts.
- Usually we start fastening from the corner and at a distance of 120-150 mm we make the first fastener and then with a distance of 700 mm we make the next fastener. Three fasteners are installed on each side.
- Before installing the profile in the opening, it is necessary to check all planes with a level, then with the help of wooden bars it is necessary to raise the profile and adjust it vertically.
- It is necessary to start vertically from the top of the window opening and raise the profile from below using the materials described above. The next step is to align the profile horizontally. Fixing the profile in the opening on the side and top is made of wooden blades. After you have done alignment on all sides, you need to make a profile and if everything is in order, then you can fix it.
- If you fix the window profile to the mounting plates, then they are first fixed to one dowel nail. The next step is to check the window profile with a level, and only after that the mounting plate is fixed with a second dowel with a nail.
- In the event that the windows are attached to the anchor, then through the holes that were previously made and then using a special tool, make holes in the wall and screw the anchor in without tightening them.
- The anchors are not tightened in order to check the window installation level, and only then can the anchors be tightened, but very slowly so as not to disturb the balance of the profile. When the profile is fixed, we remove the wooden blades from the sides and top, and the lower blades remain, because they are the basis of the window profile.
How to install ebbs on plastic windows?
The next step of the work is the installation of the ebb.
We measure it and use metal scissors to cut out the desired size, then a special tape is glued to the bottom of the frame, it is needed to protect the seam between the wall and the bottom of the window.
After the tape is glued, a layer is applied to it. Also, a layer of mounting foam is applied to the edge of the slab, this is necessary in order to ensure the sealing of the ebb. The ebb must go into the grooves of the profile and is attached with self-tapping screws.
Seam sealing
Then, with mounting foam, we close the seam between the wall and the window (first from one side, then from the other and from above). After the foam has dried, another insulation tape is glued on top of it. From the inside of the window, it is necessary to remove the protective tape and use special linings when installing the double-glazed window.
With the help of the slats, they hold the double-glazed window, drive the slats into the grooves and install the sash, fix it in the canopies, then fix the handle and adjust the sash horizontally and vertically. After all work, a mosquito net is installed.
How to install a window sill on plastic windows?
After all the work, we begin the installation of the window sill.
- First, we fill the lower mounting seam well with foam, and a tape is glued on top of it.
- Then they install wooden blocks on which the window sill will be attached.
- Wooden blocks must be at least ten centimeters. Also, the window sill should be tilted five degrees towards the room, and the window sill should not obscure the battery.
- It is necessary to check whether the window sill is securely attached and it is necessary to solder it from below and, best of all, with mounting foam.
In this article, we talked about how to install a plastic window and we hope that this information was useful to you. Good luck and be patient!
There are several ways to install plastic windows. Anchor plates for PVC windows are used quite often, you can fix them in different ways. Each method has certain advantages, but is not without its drawbacks. We will illustrate them, leaving the reader to choose the most suitable option for him, since it is impossible to offer a universal solution.
Difficulties associated with installation
Anchoring a frame with anchors, although it may seem like a simple task, can actually cause many negative consequences, especially if the installation is carried out by a non-professional. Before deciding whether you need such a mount, you should carefully consider the possible consequences of errors during operation.
- In this case, the frame is fastened with anchor bolts. In order to make such a mount, you will need to drill a frame. The disadvantage of this action can immediately be called the depressurization of the double-glazed chambers.
- Another problem may be the freezing of the structure, since when drilling, the reinforcement of the system is disturbed. If the double-glazed window freezes, you will encounter excessive moisture in the room, and mold may appear on the slopes over time.
- Installation should be carried out by an experienced craftsman, since with inaccurate work, the plastic structure can stretch. If the frame geometry is broken, it will be difficult or impossible to return it to its normal position.
However, despite all the disadvantages, this method of fastening has an important advantage: the window will be securely fixed, and it will be possible to dismantle it only after thoroughly disassembling it from the inside. Installation takes a little time, does not require alignment, as happens with foam, after installation is completed, the structure is immediately ready for use. The connection is considered the most reliable and durable. The bolts and plates themselves are inexpensive and are sold in all hardware stores.
Types of window fastening
How to mount on plates?
Anchor plates for help make the installation process quick and easy. One of the important advantages is that there is no need to pull out the double-glazed window from the frame. The profile system will not undergo drilling, which means that it will be possible to avoid the problems that arise when drilling through the frame. Double-glazed windows do not depressurize, the structure will not lose its rigidity, it will not begin to freeze. There is no risk of frame warping. However, the method cannot be called perfect either: one of the important drawbacks is its unattractive appearance, since part of the fastening will be noticeable after installation. 
Advice: the anchor plate can be hidden under the slopes if they are correctly installed and masked with overhead elements.
The second significant disadvantage is the increased load on the structure with frequent opening of the valves. The window can quickly fail, which is why experts recommend fixing only deaf structures in this way.
Other methods of fixing a plastic window
There is a method that combines several ways of fastening the frame, in this case, you can avoid some of the disadvantages of both of the above methods. With the combined method, the upper part of the frame is attached to the anchor plates for windows, and the lower part is fixed with anchors. This allows you to avoid hitting the frame when opening, as well as adjust it in height.
Fastening plates with a window on self-tapping screws How are windows installed on the anchor plate?
Mounting plates for PVC windows are produced differently, so before installation you need to choose the right one. There are only two types of designs: universal, suitable for any window frames, and special, which are made for non-standard windows. Such elements have special ears, with which they can be fixed with self-tapping screws by placing them in the groove of the window profile. The universal plate has no ears and is bolted.
Advice: for installation, you need to choose bolts 4.5x25 mm. Pay attention to the sting, it must have a drill for metal, otherwise it will be difficult to drill the structure.
Anchor mount The sequence of work when installing a window on anchor plates
If you are using standard windows, you will need about 5 anchor plates. One of them will be located in the center of the frame, the rest are placed, departing from the corner by about 20 cm. During installation, you will not need to remove the double-glazed windows or pull out the glazing beads: the plates will be attached to the outside of the window opening, the fasteners in this case are made through.
Places for installing anchor plates on the window Advice: if the structure is large, for example, exceeds 4 sq. m, then it should not be fixed to the plates, since the window will have a large mass. You can use a dowel connection, which can be combined with anchor plates.
The position of the plates on the wall is marked in advance so that the fastening is of better quality, a bed for the plate is knocked out with a chisel in the wall. The fastener should fit tightly into the recess, without protruding beyond it. After mounting the structure, it is recommended to fill the gaps with mounting foam: this will help to avoid drafts, as well as to fix the window more securely.
Conclusion: mounting plates for PVC windows – a quick and convenient method of fastening, although not without drawbacks. With the right approach, it will become an affordable and quick solution for reliable installation of window construction.
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