Winterizing Windows With Plastic Sheeting

Removing the winterizing plastic.

Winterizing windows with plastic sheeting.

You ll want to add the bubble wrap to your window before using the window insulation kit. Using plastic window film plastic window film can be an inexpensive alternative to double glazing windows. Measure your windows and cut the plastic sheetto the size of the wooden frame you ll be sticking it too being sure to leave a 1 extra buffer on all sides. The end result is a window without gaps or drafts which still allows sunlight to enter and warm the room.

Clear plastic indoor window kit 2120 ep the home depot. While still folded cut a piece long enough to have a couple extra inches of the plastic sheet on both sides of the window. Apply one side of the double sided tape to your window frame indoors. Winterizing windows with plastic.

Drafty windows can be major source of heat loss during the winter months. Putting the film on the outside would only expose it to weathering elements so by putting it inside it s better protected. Open the window insulation kit and take out the double sided tape. Starting in the middle of the window press the plastic against the double sided tape taking care to get the plastic centered on the window.

Oct 18 2014 winter is just around the corner so we decided to enclose our screened porch so that we could enjoy it for more of the year. Don t unfold the plastic sheet. Then tape the windows and peel the tape so the tape is all exposed. Continue this process until the entire window is covered with plastic.

The film which looks similar to cling film is applied on the inside of the window. Bubble wrap is plastic film with air filled pockets. Rather than replacing old or drafty windows you can install plastic sheeting designed specifically for window insulation. Carefully apply your plastic film to the tape.

Peel back off of the tape on the top section of the window. Cut a chunk out of your power bill by using this energy efficient 3m clear plastic indoor window kit. They may be designed either for exterior or interior installation but interior storm windows are easier to install and keep clean. Just figure out which side is the edge.

To winterize your windows in plastic you need to place a heavy plastic sheet over your windows taping it tightly to the walls or sill and use heat to tighten the plastic to a smooth finish.