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French Windows - Draught and Weather sealing by design ?
Nicholas,
I'll assume that by French windows you mean the same as French door ? I'm in the process of refurbishing a set of French doors. Completely rebuilding two sets so that they can be used in a 5-1/4" wide wall (vs. std 4-1/2"). Making all new hardwood frames and thresholds and went looking for seals also. Found the borg (HD) carries some vinyl-clad foam seals (V-fold) that have a tail on them that slides into a 1/8" groove and stays snug. Is it the best - I doubt that but it appears to be what is used on most French door sets I've seen. The sets I'm rebuilding will have a center pillar and I can use the same type of seal on all 3 edges (top and sides). If yours does not have a center jam - then you will need a different type of seal for the edges where the two doors meet. frame |----------|-----| | | | | | | 1/2" thick door jam | | | | | | | | | | |.....| | | ^_____seal slips in here | | |...............| Bob S. "Nicholas" wrote in message ... Hi I'm making some French Windows (42mm softwood) and want to know the best available weather/draught seal that I can incorporate into the design. None of the members are cut yet so I can cut a groove if necessary. TIA Nicholas |
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French Windows - Draught and Weather sealing by design ?
On Wed, 23 Jul 2003 00:23:59 GMT, "Bob S."
pixelated: Nicholas, I'll assume that by French windows you mean the same as French door ? Bbbut I thought ALL windows were non-combative... ---------------------------------------------- Never attempt to traverse a chasm in two leaps http://www.diversify.com Comprehensive Website Design ================================================== ========= |
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