Features and advantages of larch windows with double-glazed windows

Larch windows with double-glazed windows are a good solution for a house or apartment, where they value not only functionality, but also beauty and environmental friendliness. Such window blocks have their own characteristics and many advantages - a long service life, the naturalness of the material and beauty. There are also disadvantages of double-glazed windows, but the reviews for the most part about larch windows are still positive.

Features of window frames made of larch

Wood in any product looks beautiful and serves well, but products from larch, like from other species, cost more. Nevertheless, such wooden double-glazed windows have their own characteristics, in addition to environmental friendliness, good resistance to atmospheric phenomena and a long period of operation. Features of window blocks made of natural material are as follows:

1. The tree releases phytoncides, which purify the air in the room from viruses, bacteria, dust and various harmful compounds.
2. The strength of the frames from this lumber is 30% higher compared to pine, as well as greater moisture resistance.
3. The hardness of the tree of this species is comparable to oak, but it is harder to work with larch than with other species and because of this the price of such windows is slightly higher.
4. Frames from this tree are able to withstand increased loads and at the same time wear-resistant - dents or deep scratches on such windows are rare.

pros

Frames for window openings made of such lumber have many positive aspects that are due to the natural properties of this wood species. Double-glazed windows with such a frame are often bought, but often can not choose between pine and larch. Nevertheless, the last breed has certain advantages and advantages that are contained in such moments:

• aesthetics - a larch has a pronounced pattern;
• ease of operation - it is enough to periodically coat the surface with varnish;
• fire resistance is 2 times higher than that of pine;
• the tree is frost-resistant and it will not be damaged even by severe cooling down to -60˚ C;
• under the influence of moisture, the material increases strength;
• good noise insulation characteristics.

The double-glazed window with a frame from a coniferous tree looks stylishly and at the same time such design is completely ecological. Due to phytoncides emitted by lumber, the microclimate in the room where such a window stands is better. At the same time, the percentage of colds and respiratory diseases is reduced, since this tree species has a high concentration of essential oils, as in other conifers.

Minuses

The window frames with a classic double-glazed window, made of such larch timber, have disadvantages. They are due to the natural characteristics of this tree species. However, when considering other types of tree in this category, larch is a pretty good solution, despite the disadvantages. The main disadvantages of such wooden frames are as follows:

1. Larch - the tree is quite sharp, so to screw in the screws you first need to drill holes for them.
2. In the case of prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation on wooden surfaces without coating, the aesthetics of the structures falls. Dyes that are present in the tree are photosensitive.
3. The price of window frames made of high-quality softwood lumber is high, since this tree needs to be dried and processed in a strictly defined way.
4. The mass of window double-glazed windows from larch is larger in comparison with pine, so you need to choose strong and high-quality fittings, which is also not cheap.

Reviews

With a detailed examination of the features and differences between plastic and wooden windows, one can distinguish greater environmental friendliness of products made of natural material. But, you need to take into account secondary factors - cost, overall design and difficulty in care. These parameters are also taken into account by those who have already installed larch windows in their reviews.

Alexandra, 43 years old

Recently, my husband made repairs in our house and could not choose in any way whether to put wooden frames. Their main disadvantage is the cost. They decided to put it only in the bedrooms and did not regret their decision - the air is noticeably cleaner than in other parts of the house and it looks more pleasant. Of course, I was not pleased with the need for additional care - in the spring and autumn, it is imperative to do the impregnation.

Oleg, 38 years old

It's been 5 years since I had wooden frames with modern double-glazed windows at my place. When I installed, I was guided by the fact that before that, mold appeared in my plastic. I will not say that this is their property, but larch windows are encouraging. The only drawback that he noted is that the cat constantly tries to sharpen its claws on the window, why you need to follow.

Vladlena, 28 years old

I persuaded my husband to put a window with a wooden frame in the nursery - plastic, very harmful. In general, I like it - the air in the room is noticeably fresh and keeps warm normally. But, recently, the son broke a handle, which brought out one of the drawbacks of such a frame - it is difficult to find the right accessories for replacement. You’ll have to order and wait for delivery, as classic white is on sale everywhere, but you need one to fit the style.

Larch is a durable material, it is characterized by reliability and useful properties. Windows from this tree, with integrated double-glazed windows - an expensive, but high-quality option. There are drawbacks, like other materials, but against the background of the main advantages, you can not notice them. Reviews of such blocks are mostly positive, but those who already use such frames also note operational disadvantages.