How to choose door and window seals

The selection of window and door seals is critical to safeguarding indoor and outdoor temperatures, dust and noise protection. When choosing door and window seals, you need to consider a number of factors such as material, performance, ease of installation and so on. The following will introduce the selection points of door and window seals in detail.

First of all, the material of door and window seals is one of the important factors for selection. Common materials include rubber, silicone and PVC.

Rubber sealing strip has good elasticity, high temperature resistance, low temperature resistance, aging resistance and other characteristics. Rubber seals are available in a variety of materials, such as nitrile rubber, EPDM rubber, silicone rubber and so on. Among them, EPDM rubber sealing strip is one of the more widely used ones at present, which has the characteristics of waterproof, dustproof, corrosion-resistant and so on, and is suitable for doors, windows, glass curtain walls and other occasions.

Silicone rubber sealing strip has excellent temperature performance and weather resistance, suitable for high temperature environment and cold areas. Silicone sealing strip has particularly good aging resistance, which can effectively prevent oxidation and hardening, and extend the service life.

PVC sealing strip is a kind of economical and practical sealing material with good UV resistance and aging resistance.PVC sealing strip is easy to use and install, widely used in the field of door and window sealing.

Secondly, the performance characteristics of door and window seals are also one of the important considerations for selection.

The first is wear resistance. The installation location of door and window seals is usually subject to frequent opening and closing, friction and other influences, so wear resistance is a must consider. Generally speaking, the more wear-resistant the seal, the longer the service life.

Next is the sealing performance. The main function of door and window seals is waterproof, dustproof, noiseproof and so on. Selecting doors and windows with good sealing performance can effectively block external water vapor, dust and noise, providing a comfortable indoor environment.

In addition, door and window seals should also have a certain degree of elasticity and compression to adapt to the deformation of the doors and windows when opening and closing, to ensure the sealing effect.

Finally, the ease of installation of door and window seals also needs to be considered. Generally speaking, the installation of simple, convenient sealing strip is more popular. Some common door and window sealing strips on the market adopt adhesive strip design, which can be directly installed on the door and window frames without the use of too many professional tools.

In addition to the material, performance and ease of installation, the choice of window and door seals also need to take into account the needs of the actual use of the occasion. According to the different shapes and sizes of doors and windows, you can choose different specifications and models of sealing strips for application.

In summary, the choice of window and door seals need to consider the material, performance, ease of installation and actual use of demand and other factors. By carefully comparing the features and functions of sealing strips made of different materials, you can choose the right sealing strips for your doors and windows to improve the comfort of indoor and outdoor environments. It is also recommended to consult a professional for more comprehensive and accurate advice before making a purchase.