Elimination of cracks in windows and balcony doors. How to adjust a plastic balcony door? Self-service balcony plastic door

Experience shows that it is more practical to install plastic doors on a balcony or loggia. Firstly, it is cheap, and secondly, they perfectly retain heat, do not allow a draft or moisture to enter the room.

Initially, when installing plastic doors, the craftsmen adjust them, but after a while, there may be difficulties with their closing or opening. In this case, there are two options for resolving the problem - call the master, or adjust the balcony door yourself.

First, let's consider what problems may arise during operation:

The door is down and hits the threshold;

All due to the load of the canvas with glass on the hinges, from which sagging occurs.

The door does not close or does not close well in the middle of the leaf;

The web can move to the free edge of the box due to temperature or high constant humidity.

The canvas does not close tightly, and cold air or a draft enters the room from the door;

May occur during operation when the control mechanism looses slightly.

The handle is loose;

The handle begins to dangle due to frequent use and this is a common practice for using a plastic door.

How to troubleshoot yourself:

1. Sagging of the canvas on the threshold

We start the adjustment from the upper hinge, for this the door needs to be opened. At the very top of the hinge there is a hexagonal or star-shaped screw (they are different in different models). We select a suitable key and make several turns with the key clockwise. Do not overdo it, it is better to twist it once more after checking.

If, after the work done, the sash touches the threshold, then it is necessary to look at the lower hinge. If there is a protective cap on the hinge, it must be removed. We are looking for the same hexagon or asterisk, it will also be located at the top of the loop. We make several turns with the key clockwise. We check that this procedure should solve the problem completely.

2. The blade touches the door frame in the middle

This nuance can be solved by tightening the bolt on the canopy. We start everything from the lower canopy, only this time we are looking for a bolt on the side. We select the key and make several turns back clockwise. This procedure will pull the canvas up to the canopy and automatically move it away from the free edge of the box.

If, after such manipulations, the door still rubs against the box, then we carry out all of the above with the upper canopy.

Do not be lazy, check several times to see if everything suits you, if there are any shortcomings, then it is better to eliminate them right away.

3. The cracks between the box and the canvas, moisture or cold penetrate into the room. How to adjust a plastic balcony door to hold down:

This disadvantage can also be solved at home on your own. We open the door and look for pins (or eccentrics) from the free side edge. There are often three of them: top, middle and bottom.

The trunnions or eccentrics must be turned slightly towards the sealing gum with a screwdriver or pliers. After each change in the position of the eccentrics, you need to check the door hold-down. This procedure must be carried out with all three eccentrics.

This may take some time, because the work is delicate and meticulous. On the hinge side, you also need to check the pressure. We close the door and in the awnings above and below we are looking for a bolt, and you need to tighten it a little.

In the modern world, plastic windows and doors are very popular. They have a low weight of the entire structure, tightness and relatively low cost. However, over time, problems arise during their operation, which may require adjustment of the mechanisms.

We identify defects

Revealed damage is usually visible with the naked eye:

The door lets cold air into the room, the tightness of the structure is broken. In order to confirm the indicated drawback, it is necessary to perform some actions. A sheet of paper is clamped between the frame and the door, the structure is closed with a lock. After the paper is pulled out. If it gives in, then the clamp is broken. The operation is carried out along the entire perimeter of the door leaf. In addition, the defect manifests itself with the onset of frost. If the sealing is broken, condensation forms on the double-glazed windows.

Skew or sagging of the door leaf... If the door has sagged, then this is easily detected with the help of a pencil, which is used to circle the sash when closed. In the case when the drawn line is parallel to the frame when the door is open, it can be argued that there are no distortions. The door structure can sag under its weight. This becomes noticeable when, when opening, the sash touches the threshold, and when closed, it forms a gap in the upper corner. Causes of occurrence: constantly open doors, incorrect wedging during installation.

Friction on the box... The door is difficult to move, the door leaf is caught on the frame or squeaks. In the absence of adjustment for a long time, the upper PVC layer is wiped off, which may result in damage to the profile. Friction brings discomfort to the operation of the hardware, wearing it out, resulting in failure.

The handle is loose, the mountings are loose... Usually the reason is frequent exploitation or wasteful attitude.

Force is required to turn the handle... In this case, damage to the lock core or handle is likely, as well as various types of debris or wear. The handle does not close completely. The disadvantage occurs if the following is noted:

the subsidence of the door leaf makes it difficult for the pins to work;
littering.

Jammed locking mechanism... The reasons can be different - from the simplest in the form of pollution to the more complex, depending on the design.

Required tools

To adjust the plastic door yourself, you need to stock up on a set of tools:

Hex keys of different diameters (from 2.5 to 5 mm).
Flat screwdriver.
Crosshead screwdriver.
Roulette.
Pliers.
A set of plastic overlays.
Seal grease and care agent (if necessary).
Instruction.

Self-configuration instructions

Manufacturers complete plastic entrance doors with various fasteners and adjusting elements. However, the principle of adjusting the door structure is the same for all models. It should be noted that such products are characterized by the absence of a swing-out mechanism, as well as the presence of special loops.

There are three schemes for setting doors:

The height of the structure is adjusted by pulling the loop from the bottom... For this purpose, a decorative plug is removed in its end part to free access to the central adjusting screw. Turning with a hex key clockwise ensures the door is lifted, counterclockwise - it is lowered.

Offset of the canvas to the right or to the left is adjusted using the side and top loops... The door is fully opened in order to unscrew the cover on the middle and upper hinges, which performs a protective and decorative function. After it can be removed, but initially the canvas is closed. Adjustment is carried out using a long horizontal adjustment screw. An even shear is achieved by twisting the horizontal screw equally in the middle and top hinges. If the canvas has subsided, then in the upper part it is stronger.

The degree of pressing of the mechanism is changed by twisting the journal. This element is also called eccentric. Usually there is a risk on it - an indicator. If the eccentric is turned with a risk to the room, then the pressure decreases, the direction to the street will increase the sealing.

If a creak is heard when opening, then it is necessary to lubricate the hinges. To do this, remove the protective caps and put the agent into the opened holes. Lubricants must take into account climatic conditions, perfectly tolerate temperature changes.

Setting up hinges and awnings

On plastic and metal-plastic entrance doors, closed overhead hinges are most often installed. Their number is calculated individually, depending on the functional characteristics of each model.

In the absence of a double-glazed unit in the structure, its weight is significantly reduced. This means that it is enough to equip such a door with two awnings. Accordingly, if the base of the sash is glass, as in the case of metal reinforcement, the structure can have three or more curtains.

There are three methods described above for adjusting them. It is important to understand that by twisting only one part, you can cause a curvature of the entire profile, since a change in position will occur only at one point. Illiterate adjustment leads to squeaks and distortions.

If defects were found during the warranty period, then it is best to contact the specialists of the seller. It will be free and hassle free.

In order to avoid breakage, it is better to identify the reasons indicating the need for adjustment in time. Tight closing of the door, drafts, gaps between the frame and the canvas are the first signs of problems. Prevention of malfunctions in the operation of hinges and canopies of PVC doors significantly increases the service life. It can be carried out both independently and with the help of specialists.

If a decision is made to independently adjust the door structures, be sure to be patient, carefully read the instructions, check the availability of all the necessary tools. If you have any questions, consult with specialists.

In addition, professionals advise not to place high hopes on the adjustment of door elements, since it can provide an offset of only a few millimeters. If initially the installation of the door structure was made with technological violations, then the adjustment will not help.

How to pull up in height?

Door structures with a swing-out mechanism are more complicated than the entrance ones, but they are easy to adjust. If the canvas rubs its lower edge against the threshold, then it's time to adjust the vertical adjusting screw, that is, you need to lift the door up.

The algorithm of actions when setting up is as follows:

Inspect the mountings for breakage and to select the correct tool. An asterisk wrench may be needed instead of a hex. If broken hinges are identified, unfortunately, you will have to call a specialist. If they are intact, you can start configuring.
Remove the decorative protective covers from the hinges.
Open the door to facilitate access to the adjustment hole.
Find a hexagon screw on the upper hinge and turn it clockwise, observing the verticality of the sash. With a small offset, this will be sufficient.
In case of strong shear, the screw on the lower hinge is tightened. Clockwise adjustment raises the door, anti-lowers.

By using the corner adjustment screw at the top of the frame, the problem of the top of the frame catching on the sashes can be eliminated. If, after the adjustment in the closed position of the closing, the door is still deficient, then the adjustment must be repeated.

How to align?

In order to level the balcony door horizontally, it is necessary to use the adjusting screws located under the technological holes of the hinges.

Opening the door makes it easier to access the screws. The door leaf is displaced to the right by turning the adjusting element counterclockwise. If rotated clockwise, the shift will be to the left. This method provides a door travel of 2-3 mm, allowing you to eliminate various types of distortions.

Experts pay attention that sometimes in order to carry out the adjustment, it is required to remove the door leaf from the standard clutch. To do this, when the sash is open, the tab at the end is pressed and the structure is switched to the "airing" mode. This will allow access to the adjustment screws of the upper canopy. After adjustment, the door must be returned to its original condition.

What to do for a tight closure?

If it blows from under the door, it means that the function of pressing it to the box is broken. To eliminate the defect, frontal adjustment of the eccentrics is performed. Changing their position by turning makes it possible to change the degree of pressing the door to the frame. For the upper part, adjustment is possible by rotating the trunnion, for the lower part - with a screw located on the side edge of the canopy.

The scheme of actions when adjusting the pressure at the bottom of the door:

Free the hinges from decorative protection.
Open the sash. Press the bollard against the seal.
Move the top of the door leaf to open access to the eccentrics.
Turn the screw to adjust the required pressure.
For prophylaxis, lubricate moving parts.
Press down the blocker, set the sash to its original position.
To increase the pressing of the eccentrics, turn to the maximum level, for which lower the locking bolt, displace the elements, tighten the fastening.

The position of the eccentrics must be adjusted depending on the season. Experts advise in winter to reduce the gap between the frame and the door, and in the summer to loosen the clamp so that the seals do not dry out, and to provide additional ventilation.

Difficulty closing

There have been cases where it takes some effort to close the door. Often the reason is to set the door to "winter mode". Then simply loosen the adjusting screws.

Sometimes the root cause of poor closure is a clogged latch. Elimination consists either by blowing through the lock and lubricating it, or by disassembling the door and cleaning all mechanisms.

For prevention purposes, the lock is adjusted every time the door frame clamping mode is changed from summer to winter, and vice versa.

If the sash hangs on one hinge, this indicates that the canvas was opened in two modes at once. To eliminate this, you need to find a tongue-shaped blocker in the middle of the end face, bring it to a horizontal position. Pressing the door to the frame, set the handle to the "airing" mode, and then to the "opening" mode. This will eliminate the defect.

To prevent the causes of the sash sagging, a supporting element is installed - an opening limiter. Sometimes it is also called a door closer. The element is not required equipment, but it is popular.

Functionally, the closer is designed not only to support the open door, but also to adjust the closing speed.

Adjusting the hinge

The durability of door structures is ensured through the use of durable materials. For example, hinges are made from Teflon.

Due to the fact that the hinges of plastic doors are a hinge mechanism, the adjustment work is associated with an understanding of the principles of operation of such a structure.

Ball bearings integrated into the door hinges provide ease of opening and reduce wear. They need to be lubricated and adjusted to work well.

Depending on the identified deficiency, there is a possibility of horizontal, vertical and frontal adjustment.

The main thing is not to postpone, otherwise, with poor-quality operation, the door will loosen and the moment of complete destruction of the mechanism will come. It will be impossible to restore it.

Change the seal

In the presence of drafts, even after adjusting the pressure of the web in different directions, it can be concluded that there is a poor-quality sealant. The service life of the seal is several years, but it may become unusable as a result of external damage or improper use. Door gaskets are not rebuilt, they can only be replaced.

Types of seals:

Rubber and rubber. The most common, with increased wear resistance to climatic changes.
Polymer based on PVC. The service life is short, it is afraid of temperature differences.
Polyethylene.

If you follow certain preventive rules, then replacing the seal can be carried out much less frequently:

When carrying out repairs in an apartment, the windows must be closed in order to avoid dust settling on the seals.
Window cleaning gives an excellent effect, but provided that non-corrosive household chemicals are used.
Treating the gaskets with silicone grease or ordinary glycerin will significantly increase the service life.

DIY replacement

A competent operation to replace the seal will require scissors and silicone glue.

Repair stages:

Purchase of a sealant with the required parameters. This must be taken care of in advance. If necessary, visit a hardware store with a sample of an old gasket, where, with the help of a consultant, select an analogue.
Removing the old seal with improvised tools from the groove. The operation must be performed carefully so as not to damage the canvas.
Thorough cleaning of the grooves. Dirt will not allow a new insulation layer to be laid efficiently.
Application of silicone glue to the corners. This will prevent the elastic from slipping.
Laying the insulation into the groove, starting from the attachment point of the old gasket. An even distribution is required, without sagging, creasing and tension.
Fastening the joint close. Sometimes the seal is cut at a 45 degree angle to ensure a snug fit at the end.
Quality checking. Cold air must not enter the room.

When carrying out this procedure, it is important to monitor so that the elastic does not break, otherwise you will have to change the seal again.

Adjusting the handle

Balcony handles are classified into movable and stationary. Stationary function - the point of application of force to open the door. Movable models are necessary not only for actions with the canvas itself, but also for adjusting the lock. They, in turn, are rotary and push. Based on the installation method, door handles are divided into mortise and overhead.

For balcony doors, double-sided models are most often used, since they open from both sides. Among the advantages, a durable mechanism, a variety of options are distinguished, and among the disadvantages - low security for doors that are in general accessibility.

The easiest way to adjust a door is to repair a loose handle mechanism. To do this, put the door in the "open" position, remove the protective cover at the base of the handle, opening access to the screws. Tighten the mount using a Phillips screwdriver, thereby eliminating the defect.

If the handle turns tight, as a rule, the reason is the incorrect position of the door leaf. When this factor is eliminated, the opening function should return to normal. Otherwise, the handle together with the lock will have to be completely replaced.

The broken handle can be replaced by yourself. First, you should set it to the "open" mode, then unscrew the screws from the mount, remove the entire mechanism together with the core. Insert the previously selected new handle in place of the old one and fix it with screws.

How to adjust for the winter?

The adjustment of the pressure is associated with the expansion and contraction of the material of the seals during temperature fluctuations. Depending on the season, it is possible to adjust the modes using eccentrics. When they are shifted towards the street, the winter position will be ensured, since the door leaf is pressed more tightly. Summer mode implies a shift in the opposite direction, providing a sufficient gap between the door and frame elements. As a result of such prevention, the doors will last much longer.

It is worth noting that eccentrics are advised to move in one direction, in the same way. Rotation can be done either manually or using special tools such as pliers.

In addition to the above steps to insulate the balcony structure, you can also check the quality characteristics of the insulation, and, if necessary, change or lubricate with silicone grease.

How to properly repair a metal-plastic balcony door?

With long-term operation, metal-plastic doors require repair, and this does not depend on their price. Major troubles, of course, will require the involvement of a specialist, but the prevention and adjustment of mechanisms can be done independently.

It should be remembered how the door leaf is adjusted:

Vertical elements move the door up and down.
Horizontal mechanisms make it possible to move the upper and lower corners, move the canvas left and right.

You can fix other minor faults yourself.

Depressurization

There are two ways to fix the flaw:

Replacing the seal... With prolonged use or extreme climatic conditions, the rubber gaskets lose their elasticity. Today the construction market offers a huge selection of seals from various materials. Before replacing, it is necessary to carefully remove the remnants of the old gasket, in case of difficulty, use a screwdriver or other handy tool. The main thing is not to damage the grooves. Degreasing the surface is also an important stage, after which it is required to apply glue and, without stretching, lay the sealant.
Trunnion adjustment... The eccentrics that ensure the sash is pressed against the frame relax over time, which requires regular adjustment. Since the elements are located around the entire perimeter, each should be configured individually. Standard positions of pins:

Summer mode is characterized by loose pressure, eccentrics are directed towards the street.
The winter mode provides a tight hold and the trunnions are adjusted towards the room.
The demi-season position of the eccentrics in the center provides medium compression.

Hardware problems

All running elements of the door structure must be lubricated from time to time with machine oil or special agents to improve their functionality. If the handle loosened during operation, then it can be easily tightened with a screwdriver. However, the main thing here is not to overdo it. If the hinges are loose, it is enough to tighten them with a hex wrench.

If the bottom mount has ripped out, you will have to change the loop. There are two reasons for this defect:

Irresponsible manufacturers, when installing a door, instead of reinforced ones, put conventional window fasteners, and therefore the hinge does not withstand the load of a heavy door leaf.
The presence of a short reinforcement inside the door. In this case, the fixing screws only cling to the plastic part of the frame, so the door cannot withstand the gravity.

Deformation of the upper hinge may be a consequence of the previous breakage. Since the lower fastener no longer supports the sash, it hangs on the upper one, which is not designed for vertical load. In this case, replacement of the hinge is also required.

With frequent opening and closing of the door in public places, the handle mechanism emits extraneous noise. Since it consists of moving parts, they will wear out with frequent movement. If, after lubricating the parts, the problem persists, then it's time to replace the locking system.

In addition, the breakage of the lock may be due to a violation of the connection of the handle to the core or damage to other internal elements. For troubleshooting, you need to remove the protective caps and unscrew the fastening screws.

For information on how to properly adjust the door, see the next video.

If you find a sheared pin connecting the handle to the core, you should knock out its remnants and insert a new one. In the event of a malfunction of the handle itself, it will have to be replaced. If the lock is broken, pull out the core. By unscrewing the latch at the end of the door, the mechanism is removed. Install a new one, repeating the steps in reverse order. If there is a need to buy a new lock, then it is recommended to choose an analogue of the same company that was previously.

Other defects

Scratches and other deep defects are inherent in door structures in families with small children. Dents are typical for public doors. Experts advise purchasing Cosmofen substance in a hardware store. It is a liquid plastic used to treat a scratched surface.

Defect elimination algorithm:

Cleaning the surface of the canvas with any household products.
After complete drying, it is required to degrease the treated parts.
Apply a thin layer of putty with a spatula.
After drying with fine sandpaper, the surface is sanded.
Depending on the material of the door, the leaf is covered with a matte or glossy varnish.

Today, most of us change old windows and doors for new plastic ones, and in new houses they immediately install plastic ones. After all, such doors and windows do not require certain maintenance, are distinguished by a high shelf life and perfectly save heat in the house.

Plastic doors do not need to be painted.

Types of plastic doors:

regular door: closed with a regular handle and attached to special adjustable awnings;
swing-out door: the hardware of such a door works on the principle of a standard plastic window, such a door can be opened or folded back.

As you can see, the main difference is the hardware. It is she who determines how it is necessary to regulate and repair a plastic door.

Plastic doors are more and more popular every year!

Possible problems with a plastic door

A plastic door, like any other, wears out over time; after a few years, minor flaws appear that can lead to more significant problems. Therefore, it is important to identify the source of the problem in advance.

For example, a heavy door structure can create gaps between the wall and the door frame. Which leads to a loss of tightness and the appearance of drafts.

The main enemy of the plastic door is still time. Parts and parts of the structure wear out and break, as a result of which the door does not close and open well.

To identify the problem, you should conduct a thorough inspection of the plastic door, inspect the seal. If you notice a depressed mark from the sash, this is the place of displacement.

In addition, problems with the functioning of the handle can also lead to a loss of tightness. This is easy to see and will be difficult to turn.

Almost all problems of a plastic door lead to its sagging and the appearance of cracks. Therefore, you need to adjust the door.

The gap in the upper corner is a sign of sagging.

How to adjust a plastic door?

If the warranty period has not expired, be sure to contact the specialists. Do not repair yourself. Professionals will identify the problem and fix it expertly, and most importantly for free.

Otherwise, you will have to do the adjustment yourself. As we said, there are two types of plastic doors: ordinary and swing-out, therefore, the door can be repaired in two ways, depending on the type of fittings.

The adjustment process for the two types of doors is almost the same, the only difference is in the required tools.

To do this, you will need:

a set of hex keys for 2.5, 3, 4, 5;
Phillips screwdriver;
the side of the "asterisk" keys;
pliers;
straight screwdriver.

You will need to carry out painstaking work, but in general not difficult. Adjustment of doors with tilt-and-turn fittings is identical to adjustment of plastic windows.

How to fix a sagging plastic door?

So, you examined the doors, identified the problem. To fix the swing-out door sag, you need to:

Adjusting the door according to the instructions is generally not a complicated process, the main thing is to figure out what and where to unscrew. In any case, there is always the opportunity to call a master or look on the Internet.

To adjust an ordinary plastic door you need:

You also need to remove the covers from the door sheds.
Unscrew the screw, it is located on the back of the plastic door. Use a hex wrench.
Now rotate the long screw, it in turn will move the door in the direction you want.
Then check several times how easy the door is to open and close.

There are times when you need to shift not only the corner of the door, but the entire plastic door. To do this, you need to unscrew and rotate all three screws to the position you need.

As you have noticed, adjusting a sagging plastic door is not at all difficult. Any man who understands doors and knows the basics will cope with this daunting task at once.

Adjustment schemes for hinges.

The total mass of problems arising with the functioning of a plastic door should not cause any particular difficulties. Any problem can be solved at home using materials at hand.

We still recommend contacting a specialist, you will be convinced of the reliability and practicality of your door. But if you are confident in your strengths and knowledge, of course, you should not give money for the work that you can handle on your own.

Recently, plastic balcony doors have become increasingly popular. It is not only fashionable and modern, but also quite practical. They do not allow cold air, moisture to pass through, and street noise practically does not penetrate into the apartment. And they do not need periodic painting. However, in certain situations, the question of how to adjust a plastic balcony door can become very relevant.

We identify the problem with the balcony door
The heavy weight of the structure can often cause gaps between the door frame and the wall. As a result, through the door, which has lost its tightness, it begins to blow and see through.

In order to identify a specific problem, a complete inspection of the seal should be carried out under open sash conditions. At the point where the displacement occurred, you will notice a depressed mark from the sash. In addition, improper functioning of the handle may indicate a violation of the tightness. If turning it to some extent ...

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buildern (24.8.2010, 0:46) wrote:

If possible, seal the threshold from the side of the balcony. In general, it is better to tear off the threshold and reinstall it on the mortar, so that it is glued to the mortar or to the glue.

Pool (24.8.2010, 4:44) wrote:

Try to seal from the balcony side. If it does not work out, open the skirting board unequivocally.
The slit on the side of the threshold can also be corrected according to the buildern recipe.

Thanks! I had two questions at once:
1. Whether the current rainy weather with its dampness will not affect in case of foaming from the side of the balcony. On the balcony it is 20 degrees, but from the side of the wall overlooking the common balcony it sips a little damp.
2. How to tear off the skirting board without damaging the parquet? I'm not sure that parquet flooring in this very place also fixed the parquet with nails, because they were caught by the repairmen (as paradoxical as it sounds) on the fact that the plywood, which is the substrate for the parquet in this particular place, was attached to the concrete screed with nails without dowels and at...

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As you know, it is through the balcony that most of the heat is lost. Moreover, the most vulnerable places are not only the windows, but also the balcony door. A poorly adjusted door is often the main cause of heat leakage.

Doors made of plastic and wood are quite heavy, therefore, if it blows from the balcony door, it is most likely that it sagged.

The result of a loose fit of the door to the balcony

Adjusting the door

Note!

In case of such troubles, first of all, think about whether to contact the construction company that installed the door for you or to solve the problem yourself.

With basic skills, you can easily cope with the task without outside help.

What to do if it is made of plastic

Adjusting the plastic door

If you have a plastic door, you will need: an L-shaped hex key and plastic spacers.

First of all, find the reason - why is blowing from the balcony door. It is necessary to inspect the seal. Opening ...

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A plastic door, like a window, needs periodic adjustment or minor troubleshooting. Repair of a plastic balcony door will be required even more often than in the case of windows, since the door is heavier and can sag under its own weight.

However, some malfunctions can be easily eliminated on your own:

Adjustment of the door pressure; problems with incomplete opening and closing; violation of the integrity of the seal; superficial scratches on the profile; loose locking fittings (handle).

However, when doing independent work, do not forget that when the warranty period is valid, it is better to call specialists.

In addition, sometimes repairing a PVC balcony door may require its removal. How to remove a plastic balcony door from its hinges? This manipulation is carried out as follows:

The decorative strip is removed from the upper hinge; the axial pin is pressed through - for this you need to press on the head of the pin protruding above ...

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How to adjust a plastic balcony door

Adjusting the plastic balcony door

"Blowing from the balcony door !!!". Judging by the letters, quite a lot of people are faced with such a problem.

In most cases, but not always, unfortunately, adjusting the plastic balcony door will help. It was not in vain that I highlighted the word plastic, since with wooden these problems are solved in a different way.

In order to determine how to adjust a plastic balcony door, you need to find the cause of the disease. First of all, we check the condition of the sealing rubber, in case of the slightest doubt, we change it.

We open the sash and turn the handle in all directions, disabling, if necessary, the blocker (see window adjustment) - the pressure rods should move freely in their slots. If everything is ok, let's continue.

The next thing is to check the sash against the frame. For this...

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Repair of a balcony door: is it possible to do it yourself

No matter how well the balcony door is installed, one way or another the moment will come when there will be a need to repair them. Of course, if the malfunction turns out to be serious, then, apparently, you will have to use the services of a specialist. But, believe me, there are many cases when you can repair a balcony door yourself.

The balcony door is jammed and it does not open, is it annoying with a constant creak when opening and closing, or is the balcony door just broken? Situations are familiar to many firsthand. I just want to change the balcony to a new one. But take your time - it can be much more expensive than just repairing it, especially since you can often do it yourself.

How to repair a balcony door

Wooden doors, especially old ones, require the most attention. There are a lot of problems with them - over time they sag, door frames are bent, etc. As a matter of fact, ...

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How to repair a plastic balcony door

The materials from which the plastic windows and the plastic balcony door are made are quite durable, and with proper installation they serve for a long time, but there comes a time when the plastic balcony door or window still breaks. If this happened during the warranty period, immediately call the master, he should do the repair of all breakdowns that happened through no fault of yours for free.

Door adjustment

But, more often it happens that this happens much later and the repair has to be paid. The first, as a rule, is the plastic balcony door that fails, since it is most amenable to exploitation. Fortunately, most breakdowns can be fixed by hand. In order to repair a plastic door, the following tools should always be at hand in the house:

Hex keys of different sizes; screwdrivers - flat and Phillips; pliers; tape measure; simple pencil.

Replacement...

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Your balcony is made of plastic, concrete, wood ... However, it is not so important what exactly, the main thing is that the gap is small and does not penetrate outside or to the neighbors. We seal such a gap with silicone sealant, polyurethane foam, cement mortar, wood putty.

Important: polyurethane foam is suitable for working with any material, silicone sealant - with plastic and wood (and derivatives from them), cement mortar - only for concrete.

If your balcony is plastic ...

You will need:

Silicone sealant; applicator gun; solvent scissors gloves rubber spatula (it is more convenient for them to work on small cracks) scotch tape home assembly vacuum cleaner.

The order of work to seal the gap in the balcony:

We remove the dirt, sand the crumbling elements. If there is a lot of dust in the crack, use a vacuum cleaner. We treat the gap with a solvent (degrease), you can treat it with alcohol. There should be no moisture, we work with a dry crack. If you are worried about getting dirty ...

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A plastic balcony door serves not only as an exit to the balcony and a source of daylight, but also to protect the room from drafts, noise and dust.

Despite all the advantages and excellent characteristics of plastic doors, due to their considerable weight, they still begin to sag over time, close poorly, lose their tightness, etc.

If the warranty period for servicing the balcony door by the installer's specialists has already passed, then adjusting the plastic balcony door with your own hands will help to correct the situation.

If the plastic door is still under warranty, urgently call the master, he will adjust everything for free.

To properly troubleshoot, adjust the balcony door according to the instructions. If you are not sure that you can handle this case, then it is best to call a specialist.

In some cases, plastic doors do not work well due to poor installation, so be sure to check the actions ...

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Recently I discovered a gap in a large plastic glass unit. A gap appeared between the frame of the balcony door and the adjacent, non-opening window (see photo).

Near the windowsill, the gap is 2 mm wide, no more, then if you move up, then the gap narrows and after 30 cm, it disappears altogether.

Considering that there are no more cracks along the entire perimeter of the window, it is possible that the jamb occurred after the installation of the window and did not appear in any way down to -35 ° C. Now, when it gets colder, it pulls unpleasantly into the gap and a small condensation forms on the window (in the corner).

Tell me, how can this defect be repaired so as not to spoil the whiteness of the window and ensure airtightness?

There is also a small gap under the windowsill (the foam is poorly filled), what can be used to seal it up?

PS: the gaskets in the door are in order.

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If the balcony plastic door is under warranty, it is best to immediately call the manufacturer, who will send specialists. Professionals will easily set up and adjust the plastic balcony door, after which the problem will be solved. Moreover, the adjustment of the balcony plastic door in this case will be free of charge, since the guarantee gives the right to call the wizard to set up the door.

If the balcony plastic door was installed a long time ago, and the warranty period for it has expired, or you want to try your own hand at this work, it is possible to adjust the balcony plastic door yourself. This requires a minimum of tools. The main thing is to work slowly and carefully.

Adjusting the balcony door

So, the first task is to define the problem itself. To understand why there was a problem with the balcony door, you need to open it wide and inspect it well. A seal that is glued around the entire perimeter of a plastic balcony door will most often be ...

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Adjusting the plastic balcony door

The active use of plastic modules (windows and doors) is caused by the indisputable advantages of products of this type. High consumer performance (heat-noise-waterproofing), ergonomics, ease of use, reliability and durability contribute to the fact that these building structures are increasingly found at industrial and domestic facilities.

However, the declared indicators of metal-plastic systems can be guaranteed only with full compliance with the measures for their maintenance. In view of this, it is advisable to consider how the adjustment of a plastic balcony door is carried out with your own hands. (How to mount plastic windows can be found at the link http://domgvozdem.ru/index.php/okna-i-dveri/180-ustanovit-plastikovye-okna).

Before proceeding with technical operations, it is recommended to prepare the place of performance ...

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The balcony is open over the hemisphere of the first floor living room. We seal the joint between the balcony floor and the door with a sealant, but the sealant crackles somewhere from the sun, somewhere it leaves (south side), and small holes are formed, which are enough for water to seep out again during showers. And the balcony is above the room. Tell me how you can fill this gap - maybe there is something better than a sealant?

The balcony is open. We seal the joint between the balcony floor and the door with a sealant, but the sealant crackles somewhere from the sun, somewhere it leaves (south side), and small holes are formed, which are enough for water to seep out again during showers. And the balcony is located above the room on the first floor. Tell me how you can fill this gap - maybe there is something better than a sealant?
Most likely, if I understood correctly, it leaks under the door, then the reason is not only in the sun, but also in the poor tightness of the artzab door, at every ...

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This information is for those who have not yet acquired modern double-glazed windows and who live in an apartment with old wooden windows. Every year, on the eve of winter, they have to decide on the insulation of the balcony door, but leave for themselves the opportunity to go to the balcony.

Do-it-yourself balcony insulation

Most people, answering the question of how to insulate an old balcony door, will answer - install a new, plastic one. Yes, this is the most reasonable and effective solution, provided that there is money for it.

And even if they are, but a person lives in a rented apartment, he does not need to spend money on improving someone else's housing. In such cases, the old, time-tested methods help.

Perhaps they will not add elegance and style to a room with an old balcony door, but they will allow you to survive the cold with maximum comfort.

Doors insulation methods

So what can you do if a wooden balcony door lets cold air into your apartment?

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Thermal insulation of a dwelling provides for the implementation of a whole range of measures that are aimed at saving heat in the premises and preventing the ingress of cold outside. It is necessary to insulate not only the walls, but also all openings - window, door and balcony. Perhaps the most important role is played by the correct insulation of the balcony door, because it is from the open room of the loggia that the largest amount of cold air gets into the apartment. Thermal insulation of the door is needed in any case, even if the balcony itself is insulated. To prevent cold from entering the room, care should be taken that there are no cracks in the windows and doors. Almost all metal-plastic models do an excellent job with this task, but wooden doors have a fairly high throughput of cold air from the outside, so it is necessary to pay special attention to their thermal insulation.

First of all, you need to decide how to insulate the balcony door. The traditional option is plastic wool, ...

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About 50% of the lost heat leaves the apartment through the windows in winter, and you can insulate yourself quickly, simply and inexpensively, so it makes perfect sense to understand this issue in more detail. The primary task in this case is to insulate the windows with your own hands, but a separate section is also devoted to the issues of general insulation of the room.

It is not very reasonable to start construction and repair work for the winter, so we will consider how to insulate an apartment, in most cases without even moving the furniture. Nevertheless, the described procedures most often allow you to survive a winter with frosts for -20 in a killed blocky Khrushchev in sweatpants and a T-shirt, without spending too much on heating.

Heat transfer mechanisms and methods of their control

Back in school, we taught in physics that there are three mechanisms of heat transfer: direct heat transfer (heat conduction), convection and thermal (infrared) radiation. In a chilled apartment, all three take place:

Thermal conductivity - through walls, ...

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House insulation is a large complex of measures aimed at preserving internal heat and preventing the penetration of cold from the street. It is necessary to insulate all enclosing structures - windows, walls, doors.

Consider how to insulate a balcony door, since it is often from the side of the balcony that cold penetrates into the apartment without hindrance. Even if the balcony is glazed, additional insulation of the door leading to the room will not be superfluous.

An example of insulation of a door to a balcony

In order to prevent the penetration of cold air into the rooms, it is necessary to work to ensure that there are no cracks in the doors and windows. Modern plastic models, as a rule, provide sufficient tightness.

But if the doors leading to the balcony are old, made of wood, then cold air enters the cracks formed by them without hindrance. In this case, it is worth thinking about how to insulate the door to the balcony. Moreover, it will not be so difficult to do this.

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Calling a master is usually expensive, so you should only invite him in an emergency. If we are talking about how to adjust a plastic balcony door, then you can try to carry out the work yourself, having familiarized yourself with the basic principles.

Balcony door may need adjustment

Each door block has basic and additional parts. Before proceeding with the adjustment work, the novice master should familiarize himself with the device of such structures. He must clearly understand the principle of operation of the used fittings.

The standard set usually includes:

frame made of PVC profiles, connected with special fasteners;
a sash assembled according to the same principle as the box itself;
hinges to ensure the opening and closing of the door;
a handle with a lock, necessary to close the sash in the pressed position;
seals for tightness;
double-glazed window.

Useful information! The set of fittings may vary slightly depending on the functionality. The standard equipment is usually supplemented with mechanical or hydraulic closers, stoppers and other parts.

Preventive measures

Before proceeding with the consideration of information on how to set up a plastic balcony door, you need to familiarize yourself with preventive measures that will help reduce the number of adjustments and other malfunctions. They consist in careful operation and the correct selection of fittings elements.