The technology of gluing bars on glass. Decorative layout in a double-glazed window - what is it and why is it needed? We select sprouts to the window

Decorative layout on the windows (false binding, bars) is used to increase the aesthetics of window openings. It can drastically change the look of the installed window, making it ultra-modern or vintage-styled, emphasizing the elegance of special lines or non-standard architectural facade forms. Plastic windows with a layout are often used in the design of impressive country cottages, when decorating balcony glazing or in the reconstruction of architectural monuments. The addition of such elements allows you to accurately recreate the "deglazing" in accordance with the old building plans. On large and panoramic windows, this decor looks especially good.

In addition, bars can be used not only as decoration, but also to enhance the design of the window.

The main types of decorative layouts

Structurally, the layout on plastic windows can be of the following types:

• special overlays for hinges or for any other fittings;
• false binding in the form of profiles glued on the outside of the window - they may differ in shape, color and dimensions;
• screeds or a rigid layout mounted inside a double-glazed window.

Decorative layout for PVC windows can be performed at various angles, in the form of complex geometric shapes, curved lines and even ornaments. Such overlays are made from a special profile, the thickness of which is in the range of 20-80 mm, and the width varies in the range of 8-25 mm. You can also choose a color - it can be silver, gold or bronze, as well as any other matte shades. As a rule, overlays are chosen so that they match the color of the window profile, the colors in the interior or the stylistic solution of the facade.

There is also a classification of sprouts according to the form:

• with straight or milled edges;
• narrow;
• wide;
• bent.

Such elements can be connected to each other at any angle. In the layout, you can also use spectacular additions in the form of luxurious monograms. And when choosing between wide and narrow layouts, it is worth remembering that wide ones can bend up to 8 mm.

On a note: Bars are more convenient in terms of operation, because they are installed inside a double-glazed window and do not cause difficulties when washing glass. But false binding can be easily done on your own.

Decorative structures are also divided by materials - they can be plastic, aluminum and wood (selected depending on the material of the window frame).

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How to install a decorative layout

Plastic windows with a layout can be decorated with inter-glass bars in the form of aluminum or plastic plates, or with decorative overlays. Interglazing elements are laid directly at the window manufacturing stage, so they cannot be replaced in an already installed double-glazed window. There are also overhead ready-made frames that are fixed in the opening on the outside of the glass - they are more common for wooden windows than for plastic windows.

So, decorative layouts are divided according to the installation method into:

1. Internal in the form of a metal or plastic profile, fixed on the windows from the inside. This layout is attached to the remote frame thanks to special end connectors. The end latch in this design is installed in a small 3 mm hole. The internal layout performs not only an aesthetic function, but is also a structurally necessary element - especially. if we are talking about large double-glazed windows, large-scale glazing area. Additional structural elements protect the window from external damage and the effects of temperature extremes, frost, and so on.
2. outdoor or external decorative layouts are attached directly to the glass surface after the double-glazed window is assembled. It turns out a false cover for plastic windows, which is fixed on the glass with a special adhesive layer. This method can demonstrate flat, figured or embossed structures - it all depends on what decorative tasks were originally set.

For self-installation, decorative plastic linings are most often chosen.. Before installing them on the glass surface, a sketch must be made - marking is done with a pencil or marker with maximum accuracy.

If you want to create an intricate ornament instead of the traditional false binding, then you should work with extreme care. Indeed, with a large number of disparate elements, it will be difficult to correctly arrange all their joints, which are formed at the intersections of the binding or at the junctions of the frame, glazing beads and overlays. If the joints are uneven and rough, you can forget about the decorative effect of the window opening.

Actually, do-it-yourself work on installing layouts on windows is performed in the following sequence:

1. 1. The decorative profile is measured in accordance with the markup on the sketch and the desired part is cut off with a sharp knife - so that there are no roughness and burrs at the cut site.

1. The cut parts must be applied to the window without removing the protective film. This is necessary in order to once again check the conformity of the sizes of the elements.
2. It is necessary to remove the protective film from the double-sided tape located at the bottom of the lining.
3. The false binding profile is attached with gentle movements with light pressure.
4. In order to ensure tightness and strength of the structure, all joints, as well as the side parts of the linings, are treated with silicone sealant. The sealant must be applied very carefully so as not to stain the glass.

In the event that you want to turn your windows into an impeccable design masterpiece with the help of figured overlays, it is better to entrust the process of creating the layout to professionals - this way you will save yourself from unnecessary spending on damaged material. Window decorating specialists will use the appropriate tool and finish all the work very quickly.

Photo of plastic windows with a layout

Here we have selected a few photos on the topic of our article on decorative layouts for plastic windows.

Today, a memorable and spectacular appearance helps to give PVC windows screeds and false covers.

Plastic windows with false cover? What it is? This accessory comes in different shapes and colors.

False binding on windows - let's figure it out

External layout or in other words false cover is a decorative overlay element (profile), which is attached from the outside to a double-glazed window or glass using a special adhesive base. This creates the illusion of binding.

False cover design

It is glued at any time on the finished windows of one side. And if from two, then it is symmetrical. The width of the layout in double-glazed windows can be 25 mm, 27 mm, 36 mm and 45 mm. The material is plastic, which is painted in a variety of colors. Installation can be done by hand.

The advantage of plastic windows with false binding (photo below) is its versatility, i.e. It is suitable for all types and sizes of windows. And also in the possibility of laminating PVC strips similar to the tone of the window.

Decorative wooden layout on the window

The appearance of the windows will then give the interior an original and aristocratic design. An exquisite arch, mesh, ornament and other geometric shapes subtly separate the translucent parts of the window structure.

False binding for plastic windows is also used when it is necessary to divide the light window opening into several parts, without resorting to a sufficiently massive impost. It's both easier and cheaper. And with the help of special connectors on the glass, you can make various patterns, for example, on windows in the shape of an arch, an image is often used that imitates the sun's rays. The false cover itself gives the double-glazed window reliability.

Due to the false sash windows make an unforgettable impression of the window design!

False binding for windows (you can buy it in all hardware stores) is made in the color of the profile from which the sash or frame is made. But if necessary, or if you have such a desire, then this cover can be laminated.

Laminated false cover

There is another kind of window decoration. So there are plastic windows with a decorative layout, which is called bars. What kind of layout is inside a double-glazed window and what are its varieties, we will consider in detail further.

Shprossy or decorative layout in a double-glazed window

Such a decorative layout, like spross, are strips that are installed inside a double-glazed window, serving as a luxurious decoration for a translucent window structure. The bars are placed inside the double-glazed window during its manufacture and fixed on.

Due to L, X, Y and T-shaped connections from a similar layout, you can make some patterns from a simple rectangle to complex geometric shapes, such as arches, which give the window a unique look. The layout width in plastic windows is 8 mm, 18 mm and 25 mm.

Shpross, as well as false binding (the price for them depends on the complexity of the design, its manufacture, material, etc.), is produced in any color palette. The color of the overlays outside and inside the window structure may vary, which is especially true for laminated colored windows.

There is also a classification of such layouts according to the form:

• wide
• Narrow
• With milled or straight edges
• And bent

Narrow plastic decorative layout

You can connect similar elements to each other at any angle. Bright additions, for example, luxurious monograms, can also be used in shpros. Important! When you choose between narrow and wide decorative layouts in double-glazed windows, you should remember that the second type of slats can bend no more than 8 mm.

The big advantage of sprouts is resistance to temperature fluctuations, moisture, mechanical stress and sunlight. Since the bars are installed directly into the double-glazed window, which provides them with protection from the effects of the external environment, they retain their original elegant appearance for a long time. And this distinguishes the design with bars from the window with a false cover (the photo is presented in sufficient volume).

Decorative aluminum layout

Many companies are mainly engaged in the sale of decorative plastic or aluminum layouts, made in such colors as: chrome, white, gold and chocolate.

Shprossy and false binding can be bought in many online stores. So, for example, screeds (decorative layout for windows) can be purchased at the online store "Terra Windows" ( http://terraokna.ru/shprosi-dekorativnaya-raskaldka.html) from 500 rubles. per sq. m. Or on the sites: http://www.argo-pvc.ru/articles/kupit_shprosy_dlja_okon/ and http://dekorativnaya-raskladka.ru/.

And on the site "SM-Komplekt" ( http://www.sm-komplekt.ru/falsh-pereplety#sm-tab-1) windows with false binding, the price (per m / n) of the latter varies from 80 rubles. up to 320 rubles Or on the website "Decor Kit" ( http://skd-dekor.ru/falsh-pereplety/) more expensive - from 90 rubles. up to 460 rubles

Decorative layout in double-glazed windows: options

In addition, it is worth noting that there are several types of window separators:

real sprouts

Decorative layout of this type is a rather rare type of interior for plastic windows. From the name it is clear that such bars actually divide the double-glazed window into parts, which significantly increases the price of the window. This layout is used only in cases where additional reinforcement of a large glazing area is required.

Real decorative bars

Venetian bars

Decorative layout of the Venetian type is fixed on 2 sides of the double-glazed window and does not affect its physical properties in any way. Such dividers are made of plastic, brass or aluminum.

Venetian bars

Viennese false binding on windows

The Viennese type false binding has a more complex design than other decorative layouts. It has a sealing gasket. When mounting inside the double-glazed window, a spacer frame is installed.

Outwardly, such false bindings are an exact imitation of real spros. The disadvantage of Viennese layouts is the need for an additional spacer, which negatively affects the thermal insulation of the window. What such a layout looks like in a double-glazed window - the photo is presented below.

Windows with a decorative Viennese type layout

Typical false cover

It has different widths - 18 mm, 26 mm or 45 mm. The design of the bindings can be made both by applying a paint and varnish coating, and by coloring. Color films are also used.

A double design of false covers is possible, when the inside and outside have different colors. When choosing a finishing method for such layouts, you should not overload them with various design elements, because. this can disrupt the overall exterior of the house. Moreover, excessive decoration will inevitably interfere with the usual daytime lighting of the premises.

- photo gallery is given below.

False binding or decorative layout in double-glazed windows - photo gallery

Plastic window with standard false cover

Ideally, it is better to discuss the design and design of windows with slats with an architect: since different architectural styles have different divisions of window panes, and a specialist can offer unexpected and original options. After all, glass can be divided not only into rectangular sections of the same size, the bars can be radial, diamond-shaped, shifted to the edges of the window, and even laid out in the form of a pattern. But different designs have their own characteristics and limitations.

A variety of constructive solutions for windows with bars allows you to choose them for different situations. You need to think about this in advance, because the “wrong” bars can complicate the operation of a window with bars, cause breakdowns and even make life in the house less comfortable. Shpros can only prove themselves "on the spot", so an employee of a window company is unlikely to be able to give an exhaustive consultation. Valuable information can be obtained from friends who have installed such an element, but only if their windows repeat yours, and this happens infrequently. Therefore, you need to pay attention to various details yourself.

Structural bars are needed for large windows

Structural bars are installed mainly with large glazing areas. In large windows, the glass experiences strong stresses, and the bars are designed to distribute them more evenly. But the elements of structural bars are usually quite wide and are able to shade the premises, blocking up to a third of the glazing area.

In addition, the threat of deformation of the window structure increases: the greater the total length of the bars, the greater the likelihood of loosening the contour gaskets in some place, and too small glasses can crack. This is due to the pressure difference in the external environment and the inter-glass space filled with gas.

Strength of windows with bars

Speaking about windows with bars, one should not forget about such a criterion as strength. The most reliable and durable structural and intra-glass bars. External wooden false covers and overhead slats in a separate frame will have to be renewed every few years, as it is recommended to do with wooden windows - re-sanded, covered with a fresh layer of primer and varnish.

You need to be careful with windows with aluminum bars. This metal has a high coefficient of expansion, so it is better not to put bars from it in the space between the panes, since when they are strongly heated, they, increasing in size, can even depressurize the double-glazed window.

The same problem can also threaten windows with Viennese bars, in which the inner spacer frame is made of aluminum. Yes, and when sticking to glass, due to strong temperature shifts, aluminum bars can quickly peel off. Therefore, this metal is appropriate either as structural bars, or as a separate frame, which is attached to the frame with latches or hinges.

Color of windows with bars

The color of the sash windows is also of great importance. Even dark wood false covers glued to the outside of the glass can be a potential hazard in extreme temperature and humidity fluctuations.

In winter, the gas pumped into the double-glazed unit shrinks and bends the glass a little, moisture can get under the bars, they swell, and under direct sunlight they cannot restore their shape, creating dangerous stresses on the glass. Therefore, at the joints, the bars are not fastened tightly, but leave small gaps of 2 mm to compensate for possible expansions.

Barreled windows and thermal conductivity

Manufacturers indicate the heat transfer resistance of an insulating glass unit, measuring it in the central part of the glass. However, the closer to the window frame, the less this figure will be, since any element that can break the continuity of the glass also worsens its ability to retain heat. The same principle works with regard to bars - the more of them in the window, the colder it is.

It is believed that a window with bars will be 15-20% colder than the same window without them. Although, of course, the material of the bars, their design and size will also affect the resistance to heat transfer.

The most "cold" are considered constructive and Viennese bars. The former practically repeat the design of the window profile with its inherent high thermal conductivity, while the latter have a distance frame in the space between the panes that conducts heat.

A slightly better indicator of heat transfer resistance is for windows with interglazing bars, which, although they do not touch the glass, are made of metal and conduct heat better than gas inside a double-glazed window. Bars that are glued to glass, as well as overhead bars in a separate frame, practically do not affect the heat transfer resistance of glass.

Restrictions on the use of windows with bars

It is necessary to correctly combine the design of the bar and the method of opening the window. Swing windows do not impose any restrictions on the type of bars, but if the window structures are sliding or pivoting, then overhead bars that are too protruding can cling to the slopes.

Barred windows are more difficult to keep clean, and even if the owners agree to devote more time to washing such windows, it is still not worth making constructive, Venetian or Viennese barbs in windows located in hard-to-reach places, in this case washing will be even more laborious. If other windows in the house are equipped with bars, then in order to preserve the unity of the ensemble, in windows that are difficult to reach, it is better to provide overhead or internal bars that do not retain dirt and are more convenient to clean.

Internal prompts may have their own restrictions on use. They are installed by the manufacturer of the window structure in the manufacture of double-glazed windows. So that they do not touch the inner surface of the glass, they are separated by shock absorber gaskets. If there are not enough such gaskets, they are of poor quality or simply become unusable over time, the bars will hit the glass when opening and closing and even with loud sounds.

Therefore, internal screeds should be used with caution in homes located near railways or noisy highways. In addition, they must not be installed in combination with low-e glass, as it will gradually wear off if the bar and the coating come into contact.

Sometimes designers try their best to distinguish a residential building from hundreds of similar ones, to add zest and originality to its facade. And the way out lies on the surface, and it consists in the use of such a functional element as windows with bars..

Large windows with bars photo

What are slatted windows and what do they look like?

These are ordinary windows, the inner part of which is delimited by a "bar". It can be decorative or functional. In our latitudes, metal-plastic windows with decorative bars are mainly used, while in Europe the “lattice” is a constructive part of wooden windows.

Deglazing really contributes to the decorative design, it looks more attractive and advantageous compared to neighboring buildings. But inside the room, the bars also give the interior a more comfortable and interesting look.

What do windows with screeds look like?

What is deglazing? This is when the inner space of the sash is divided into cells, which can be not only strictly rectangular, but also of other shapes, including rounded ones. Looking at such windows, one can reveal their resemblance to stained-glass windows - all the same frames on the sashes, only pieces of colored glass are missing. By the way, the bars are usually made in the same color as the window frames, so they will not spoil either the interior or the exterior.

Types of bars: functionality or decorative

In fact, there are not three types of binding, but more. We will consider the three most common - those that are most often found in modern construction.

Bars may differ in appearance - thickness, color, shape. Thick "frames" are suitable for large, massive windows, while they will look ridiculous on small windows. It is the same with color - what is suitable for a classic interior is completely unacceptable for a high-tech room. For example, dark oak is more suitable for classics, gilded overlays for chic baroque style, silver for high-tech style, and snow-white for modern.

Plastic windows with bars photo

As for the form, here you can find any pattern that suits you - not just geometric shapes fastened into a single artistic composition, but also all kinds of curlicues, monograms, etc.

Types of windows with bars photo

Advice! To imagine how such windows will look in your home, do not be too lazy to involve the designer in this process. Having played enough with the color and shape of the deglazing, you will come to a single solution that will suit all family members. And most importantly - it will ideally fit your interior and take into account the size and shape of window openings.

Advantages of windows with interpanel bars

"Grille" on the windows has a number of advantages. We have already mentioned some of them in the course of this publication. Let's look at other advantages of windows with bars. We will describe the popular windows with interglazing devitrification, in which the bars are inside the double-glazed window.

Only constructive and overhead bars have disadvantages - the former have high thermal conductivity, while the latter quickly become dirty. And one more minus - if the "lattice" is wide, then it prevents the penetration of light into the room.

Finally, we will give some recommendations regarding the choice of windows with bars. Deglazing must be correlated with the architecture of the house, its external design, facade decoration. Everything should be organic - color, pattern, thickness of bindings should be combined not only with each other, but also with the facade of a country house. On small windows, thick covers should not be installed. As well as parting with the "lattice" is also not worth it - you do not need to place the bars too often and close to each other. After installing the windows, it will no longer be possible to change the pattern, so it’s worth thinking through everything to the smallest detail at the planning and design stage.

Layouts (shpros) - one of the varieties of window decor. The profile is glued to the glass or mounted inside the double-glazed window structure. This creates the illusion of binding in the form of a lattice, arches and other geometric elements. All types of window layouts are divided into two main groups depending on the design: sashes and false covers.

Bars: constructive and interglazing

Bars are elements of a frame structure that divide the window area into separate segments. In old wooden windows, such a solution was necessary in order to stiffen the frame and install the glass into the crate in separate pieces.

In modern products, real structural bars, which are an integral part of the binding, are rare. They are mainly used for wooden window and door blocks or panoramic structures in order to strengthen a large glazing area. The more crossbars (shpros) provided in the frame, the more durable the structure will be.

The disadvantages of this type of design:

• increase in the cost of the finished product due to the use of more consumables and the complexity of the technology;
• weighting the window block, which is often undesirable or unacceptable when glazing a balcony;
• deterioration of the thermal insulation qualities of the window; through the junction of the glass and the profile, the main heat leakage from the room occurs; a large number of layouts in the design of a double-glazed window leads to increased heat loss and heating costs;
• increased probability of depressurization of the double-glazed window at the joints of parts;
• the manufacture of windows with crossbars with proper quality requires a high level of skill from the master.

For plastic products, imitation is more often used - decorative strips are installed between the glasses and fixed at the production stage.

Such products, in addition to their elegant appearance, acquire additional resistance to vibrations and deformations during operation. Installations inside the sealed structure are reliably protected from adverse environmental factors, mechanical damage and retain their original appearance for a long time.

For indoor installation, plastic or aluminum elements are used. The latter reduce the thermal insulation properties of the double-glazed window. It is advisable to use products with structural and interglazing metal bars in regions with a mild climate, for interior glazing or in non-residential premises where increased heat loss is not critical.

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Features and varieties of false covers

Decorative false cover - an overhead element that is attached to the glass from the outside or inside with glue or double-sided tape. Decorations do not affect the thermal conductivity and other operational characteristics of the window, they perform only decorative functions.

Window accessories are presented in a wide range and are classified according to several criteria:

• Material type. Most often, plastic panels are used, less often aluminum and wood.
• Dimensions. The general principle of choice: the larger the glazing area, the more massive decor you can choose. Narrower slats are suitable for creating ornate patterns and monograms.
• Colour. They are produced in plain white or color version, with imitation of wooden texture. Typically, layouts are chosen to match the frame, it is possible to use contrasting decor and various combinations, depending on the design idea.
• The form. There are strips straight, bent, with milled edges.

Venetian layout

This is the easiest and most inexpensive way to give your window a fresh new look. A light decorative profile is attached to the outer surface from the side of the street. The parallel layout both outside and inside more reliably imitates a constructive frame binding. To implement window design using the Venetian layout technology, individual planks and ready-made structures of various shapes and designs are sold. It is not worth overloading small window openings with decorative elements, as this reduces the flow of natural light into the room.

Main Benefits decorating double-glazed windows with false covers:

• ease of installation, which allows you to carry out the work yourself;
• low cost of consumables;
• suitable for windows of any size;
• installation can be performed at any stage of window manufacturing, even after installation;
• original sophisticated design without complex and expensive solutions.

The decor on the glass surface is exposed to mechanical and weather influences. The main disadvantage of Venetian false covers is a short service life compared to internal slats, which is offset by the low cost of accessories and the ability to quickly redo the design.

Additional minus- complication of window care. Dirt and water accumulate around the decorative layouts, making it difficult to keep the glass clean. A decor that is small in size and simple in shape can be removed for general cleaning, but you should not abuse it, since the adhesive layer is destroyed.

Vienna layout

This is a hybrid of the Venetian layout and constructive bars. With this design method, decorative parts made of plastic, metal or wood with sealing gaskets are mounted on the glass from the outside. Inside the double-glazed window, a distance frame is installed parallel to them, simulating the division of glass into several segments. Thanks to this technique, it is possible to achieve maximum similarity with real spros.

The disadvantage of this solution is an increase in heat loss, since the distance frame will be a cold bridge. Accordingly, the more sections the layout forms, the higher the thermal conductivity of the double-glazed window.

How to install a layout with your own hands

For self-decoration of windows, it is better to use plastic elements. Beginning decorators should start with a simple layout in the form of a classic binding. Creating a complex ornament will require special care and accuracy of execution.

Do-it-yourself installation of false covers is carried out in the following sequence:

Using sash to decorate a window can change the look of a home beyond recognition. False overlays are the most convenient and inexpensive solution to give a standard plastic window an exclusive look, to emphasize the architectural features of the building. Such windows do not lose their thermal insulation properties and can be used in any climatic zone.

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