Choosing a window in the kitchen

When choosing a window for the kitchen, it is necessary to take into account the peculiarities of the microclimate in this room. The kitchen is a place for cooking, because the humidity will periodically increase here, and the temperature will vary widely. In addition, microscopic drops of fat and soot particles will get into the air. And this means that the room will have to be regularly ventilated, and all surfaces cleaned of dirt.

The conclusion is simple — when choosing a kitchen window configuration, you need to take into account all these factors.

Which profile should I choose?

The basis of the window is a profile system, therefore it is worth forming a complete set of windows for the kitchen, starting with the choice of the profile:

• The kitchen is usually quite warm, besides, we don't spend much time here (even if the kitchen is used as a dining room). Therefore, a profile system with too high heat-saving indicators may not be needed here. We choose a high—quality profile with basic thermal engineering indicators - this will be quite enough not to feel discomfort.
• But the dimensions of the profile are worth paying attention to. Systems with a reduced leaf height, such as the WDS 6S, will be preferred. By reducing the height of the sash, the glazing area increases, which means that the amount of natural light entering the room increases.
• If the dimensions of the window opening are large, make a choice in favor of profile systems with an increased width (for example, WDS 7S). In addition to the best thermal insulation indicators, such systems have another advantage — greater rigidity, which provides good resistance to deformation.

Choosing a double-glazed window

Glazing for the kitchen should be chosen, taking into account not only energy-saving characteristics, but also the high probability of condensation. High humidity leads to the fact that condensation on the glass in the kitchen appears very often — but it is quite possible to reduce the frequency of its loss and reduce the volume of condensing moisture:

• For good thermal insulation, as well as to ensure that the internal glass cools down less, we install a two-chamber energy-saving double-glazed window. This will not completely solve the condensate problem, but it will make it possible to effectively reduce the risk of condensation in other ways.
• For kitchens with windows facing south or southeast, it is desirable to install a multifunctional or sunscreen double-glazed window. In summer, the kitchen will not heat up under the sun's rays — and this will at least partially reduce the temperature in the room (and so high due to intensive cooking).

Important! Sunscreen double-glazed windows in the kitchen make it possible to refuse to install curtains. And this means that there will be fewer problems with regular washing (because you will have to wash the curtains in the kitchen very often).

Accessories for kitchen windows

The air exchange in the kitchen should be quite effective — and if the exhaust is responsible for the removal of air, then the inflow can be organized only through proper ventilation. Therefore, we choose the hardware mechanism taking into account such recommendations:

• The standard option is ventilation in a folding position. Swing-out fittings are the minimum equipment for a kitchen window.
• Micro-ventilation, step—by—step ventilation or two-position ventilation - "winter/summer" - will be more convenient to use. In the presence of such elements, even in the cold season, you can organize the ventilation of the kitchen without fear of hypothermia.
• Ventilation when the sash is fully opened is the optimal solution for emergency situations, as well as for cooking in the summer. In order to ventilate the room in this way it was convenient and safe, we complete the design with a lock or a turn limiter. Both of these parts hold the sash and do not allow it to swing open or slam shut in gusts of wind.

Pay attention! The window in the kitchen opens often — especially in the warmer months. Therefore, the design is necessarily equipped with a mosquito net, which will protect the kitchen from insect penetration.

And two more important aspects of the complete set of kitchen window fittings:

• If the kitchen is located in a private house, or on the first, second or last floor of a multi—storey building, be sure to install the fittings in a burglar-proof configuration. Such a mechanism will prevent attempts to open the window from the outside and protect the room from penetration.
• If there are small children in the house, install a child safety lock. For the kitchen, it is preferable to a handle with a key: the lock does not allow you to open the sash, but at the same time allows you to install it for ventilation.

Choosing a kitchen window sill

A kitchen window sill is not so much a decorative as a functional window detail:

The choice of texture is a matter of personal preference. Matte window sills are less branded, but at the same time they do not look so attractive. Glossy ones are more beautiful, they are easily cleaned of dirt — but if you don't take care of them, then after a few days the surface will look sloppy.

The width of the kitchen window sill is often chosen so that it can be used as a countertop (or at least shelves). If you plan to do just that — choose window sills with a sufficient margin of safety. In addition, pay attention to models whose surface resists mechanical and thermal influences well.

Advice! If you install a wide kitchen window sill, the window sill board should be equipped with ventilation grilles. If you do not do this, then the warm air from the battery will not fall on the double-glazed window, and the amount of condensate in the already humid environment of the kitchen will increase significantly.

The window for the kitchen should be reliable and beautiful. But first of all, it is important that the design allows you to regulate the microclimate in the room, and is convenient to use. 

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