The choice of windows for a country house

The owners of such real estate (or the owners of the plot who plan to build a house) rarely think about which windows to choose for a country house. At the same time, the comfort of those living in it depends on the right choice of windows — even in the case when the house is used for housing only in summer.

Summer operation becomes the main factor to consider when choosing. Maximum energy efficiency is not needed here — so you need to pay attention to other factors.

Profile system

Wide and massive profile systems that are used for the manufacture of windows installed in cottages are not suitable for a country house:

• The small size of the opening reduces not only the load on the sash, but also the amount of heat loss.
• If the house is used only in summer, then the rest of the time there will be enough basic energy saving.

On the other hand, the simplest profile, from which windows are made for outbuildings, is also not suitable. In order not to turn on additional heating in spring or autumn, and not to freeze in the morning — choose high-quality profile systems. WDS 5S (5 cameras, 60 mm) is the optimal solution in terms of strength, energy efficiency and price.

Do I need laminated windows for a country house? If the budget allows — lamination will be an excellent solution. Imitation of a wooden window will look quite organic, especially if natural wood elements are presented in the facade or interior decoration.

Glazing

If you plan to live in the country from mid-spring to mid-autumn (standard scheme), then you need to choose double-glazed windows taking into account two tasks:

• In the warm season — protection from noise and bright sun (priority).
• In winter — protection from freezing (unheated room without high-quality windows will freeze very quickly).

In addition, do not forget that in May, and in August, and even more so in September-October, it can be quite cold — especially at night or in the morning. Therefore, the energy-saving characteristics of a double-glazed window should be sufficient to maintain a comfortable temperature. This means at least one energy—saving glass and, if the budget allows, filling the chambers with argon.

Also, when choosing a double-glazed window, it is worth considering the recommendations:

1. The window faces the sunny side and is not protected by tree branches — be sure to install a sunscreen or multifunctional glass. Otherwise, it will be very hot indoors in the summer.
2. To protect against noise — double-chamber double-glazed windows with different widths of remote frames. It's quiet in the country only on weekdays, on weekends, when all the neighbors come, the soundproof double-glazed window becomes a real boon.
3. Even in protected holiday villages there is a risk of intruders. Therefore, if valuables are stored at the dacha, it is mandatory to install a triplex or tempered glass. If there are no valuables, safe glazing will not hurt either.

Important hardware elements

The priority for the fittings of the country window is effective ventilation. Therefore , the kit may include:

• Step-by-step ventilation.
• Micro-ventilation.
• Devices for ventilation in a pivoting position — a latch or a sash limiter.

If there are children (or they often visit) — a child safety lock or a handle with a key will be mandatory. In addition, for security, it is worth installing burglar—proof fittings - so it will be much more difficult to get into the country house (and there is a chance that the guards will scare or detain the attacker).

Pay attention! Protection against hacking is a task that can be solved only in a complex. Therefore, one anti-burglar hardware is not enough: you also need glazing, which is difficult to break, and a strong profile with reinforcement from 1.5 mm thick.

Windows for a house with the possibility of winter residence

Above we have given recommendations on the choice of windows for a summer cottage, which is used only in summer. In winter, the room receives only basic protection from severe frosts — living in it with comfort will definitely not work.

However, some owners of suburban plots come to the country in winter. If you plan to do the same, then you need to choose windows according to a different principle, focusing on the maximum energy saving indicators. Here you can follow the tips given in the article about choosing windows for a cottage. Such metal—plastic structures will make it possible to maintain a comfortable microclimate in a country house even in severe frost - while heating costs will be moderate.

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