How to insulate windows? - YorkieTalk.com Forums

BubblPopElectrc · 10-27-2007, 10:32 PM

I live in an apartment (that I don't own- so obviously I'm not gonna replace the windows) and our windows are kind of drafty and last winter our bill was OUTRAGEOUS! I'd like to prevent that as much as possible this year- and it's already starting to get cool.

Anyone have any suggestions on something I can buy to insulate my windows? I guess I'm looking for some type of kit. I'm hoping I can get something that isn't to obstructive. I'd like to still be able to see out of my windows and have it be as aesthetically pleasing as possible.

Any suggestions?

chattiesmom · 10-27-2007, 10:36 PM

There is a type of plastic that you put over the windows and then apply heat and it shirnks and becomes quite air tight. If you have a Home Depot or Lowes they will be able to help.

BubblPopElectrc · 10-28-2007, 08:22 AM

I never thought about looking there. I have a gift card for Lowes, so that's perfect.

Thanks!

SANDYSAND · 10-28-2007, 08:46 AM

There's a special tape for the windows, I use it to cover the A/C's since I don't like to remove them and It work, I get it at Home Depot

grayxie · 10-28-2007, 02:02 PM

Besides the films and tapes, heavier curtains.

paulapoo · 10-28-2007, 02:27 PM

My windows are terrible. I buy the shrinkwrap kits from walmart that are relatively inexpensive. They work pretty well and it doesn't take too long to put them up.

fannie · 10-28-2007, 03:05 PM

Our house is 103 yrs. old. The windows get quite drafty in the winter. So we also buy the window kits from walmart. I'm sure that Lowe's sells them as well. You just clean around the window with alcohol (included in the kit) Then you apply double stick tape. Stick the plastic to it and trim it. Then you use your blow dryer to shrink the plastic so that it is tight. It is very clear too. Most of the time you never know it's there.

BubblPopElectrc · 10-28-2007, 03:06 PM

Oh, that's awesome to know. I'll check out Walmart too since they'll probably be the cheapest.

Thanks everyone!

Little Bit · 10-28-2007, 03:16 PM

I know some people build a wooden frame that just fits inside the window and puts the shrink wrap on it. Then it is removable for summer and reusable the next winter. Kind of like temporary storm windows on the inside.

10-27-2007, 10:32 PM	#1
BubblPopElectrc Kyle Plus 3 Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 6,929	How to insulate windows? I live in an apartment (that I don't own- so obviously I'm not gonna replace the windows) and our windows are kind of drafty and last winter our bill was OUTRAGEOUS! I'd like to prevent that as much as possible this year- and it's already starting to get cool. Anyone have any suggestions on something I can buy to insulate my windows? I guess I'm looking for some type of kit. I'm hoping I can get something that isn't to obstructive. I'd like to still be able to see out of my windows and have it be as aesthetically pleasing as possible. Any suggestions?

10-27-2007, 10:36 PM	#2
chattiesmom Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Alabama Posts: 17,674	There is a type of plastic that you put over the windows and then apply heat and it shirnks and becomes quite air tight. If you have a Home Depot or Lowes they will be able to help. __________________ Silk Step-In Harnesses www.foxypups.etsy.com

10-28-2007, 08:46 AM	#4
SANDYSAND Mommy Loves Koda & Kacy! Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Home of the NY Yankees Posts: 6,500	There's a special tape for the windows, I use it to cover the A/C's since I don't like to remove them and It work, I get it at Home Depot __________________ http://www.onetruemedia.com/shared?p=3a2e8eedc3dc6290fbd72e&skin_id=1603&utm_s ource=otm&utm_medium=text_url Mommy Loves:Koda & Kacy. Smile Life is a GIFT First Lady of the SRC~ Koda Benji

10-28-2007, 02:27 PM	#6
paulapoo Blessed by Otis & Ollie Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Plainfield, Indiana Posts: 2,884	My windows are terrible. I buy the shrinkwrap kits from walmart that are relatively inexpensive. They work pretty well and it doesn't take too long to put them up. __________________ ~Paula~ proud mommy of ~Otis (yorkie) & Oliver (shih-poo)

10-28-2007, 03:05 PM	#7
fannie Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,693	Our house is 103 yrs. old. The windows get quite drafty in the winter. So we also buy the window kits from walmart. I'm sure that Lowe's sells them as well. You just clean around the window with alcohol (included in the kit) Then you apply double stick tape. Stick the plastic to it and trim it. Then you use your blow dryer to shrink the plastic so that it is tight. It is very clear too. Most of the time you never know it's there. __________________ Steph, Mama to 6 skin babies and beautiful yorkies!

10-28-2007, 08:22 AM	#3
BubblPopElectrc Kyle Plus 3 Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 6,929	I never thought about looking there. I have a gift card for Lowes, so that's perfect. Thanks!

10-28-2007, 02:02 PM	#5
grayxie Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Dresher, PA Posts: 2,779	Besides the films and tapes, heavier curtains.

10-28-2007, 03:06 PM	#8
BubblPopElectrc Kyle Plus 3 Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 6,929	Oh, that's awesome to know. I'll check out Walmart too since they'll probably be the cheapest. Thanks everyone!

10-28-2007, 03:16 PM	#9
Little Bit Tiny Dog Big Heart Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 6,205	I know some people build a wooden frame that just fits inside the window and puts the shrink wrap on it. Then it is removable for summer and reusable the next winter. Kind of like temporary storm windows on the inside. __________________ Little Bit