In detail: do-it-yourself repair of a plastic balcony door from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.
Plastic doors are made of relatively durable material and equipped with high-quality fittings. But with long-term use, as a result of natural wear and tear, the mechanisms begin to dangle, the seal loses its plasticity and cracks, defects appear on the surface of the door from mechanical stress, in general, we can say that the plastic door has broken. Many faults can be eliminated by making do-it-yourself plastic door repairs.
During long-term operation, under its own weight, a natural subsidence of the plastic door occurs. It starts to close and open badly - to cling to the box.
Restoring the normal operation of the door is carried out by tightening or adjusting the hinge mechanism.
The entire door is secured with two hinges. Lower and upper. On the bottom, it seems to stand, and the top keeps it from horizontal movements.
For the horizontal displacement of the door, it is necessary to turn the adjusting screw located at the end of the canopy on the canvas, just the upper hinge. And to adjust the web vertically, you need to tighten the screw on the bottom hinge
For more information on how to repair a plastic door if it does not close well, see the video
During operation, it is constantly subjected to increased mechanical loads. This results in a natural gradual loosening of the fastening screws. To tighten them, they must be removed or turned to the side, it depends on the design of the handle, decorative cover.
Loose screws are tightened with a screwdriver. The decorative cover is returned to its place.
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The handle dangles on a plastic door, repair - Photo 1
This breakdown can occur when the connection of the handle with the core is broken or some internal element of the lock breaks down. To find out the reason, you need to remove or turn the decorative cover. Unscrew the fastening screws.
If the pin connecting the handle with the core is cut off, then you need to knock out its remnants. Insert a new one.
If the breakdown is related to the handle, then you just need to replace it with a new one. Tighten the fixing screws. Replace the decorative cover.
If it turns out that the lock itself has broken. Then it is necessary to remove the handle and pull out the core. Unscrew the fixing screw at the end of the curtain and remove the lock. Install a new lock and assemble the entire locking mechanism in reverse order.
Replacing the seal of the plastic door - Photo 3
You have noticed that there are drafts from the plastic doors. They are not eliminated by adjusting the position of the door leaf. So it is necessary to change the seal.
We buy a new rubber cord and good glue to fix it.
To restore the tightness of the door, the following operations must be done:
Carefully remove the old seal from the grooves in the door leaf.
Carefully remove remnants of rubber cord.
Degrease the surface in the grooves.
Apply glue to the groove with continuous tape.
The installation of a new sealing cord starts from the corner. Lay it in one piece without stretching or squeezing.
Despite the excellent durability of plastic during long-term operation, small dents and scratches still appear on the surface of the door and frame. This significantly affects their attractiveness.
Repair of a plastic door - Photo 4
At home, you can repair minor damage with a special adhesive.For this area with scratches and dents, you must first degrease.
Apply a thin layer of glue gently. After it hardens with fine sandpaper, it is necessary to clean these places. After degreasing, the cleaned-up defects are covered with a regular or tinted varnish.
For more serious troubleshooting, it is recommended to invite specialists. Especially if the doors are still under warranty.
In order to ensure trouble-free operation, you need to monitor the technical condition of the PVC balcony door. It is better to repair plastic balcony doors regularly. Often, minor problems arise that take a minimum of time to fix. Double-glazed windows need to be repaired less often, since their sashes do not sag under their own weight.
Hinged system made of PVC profile.
Sliding mechanism for balcony plastic construction.
On the eve of work, it is better to purchase all the necessary materials in advance so as not to waste time on searching in the process.
You will need the following materials:
New hardware to replace broken parts;
Plastic gaskets;
Liquid plastic and sealant (for removing scratches or cracks on plastic);
If there are cracks in the glass unit itself, it is better to replace it. It is advisable to entrust the determination of the exact dimensions to specialists.
A new insulation will be needed if the system was installed a long time ago (regardless of the presence of visible damage). In this case, the material can be changed in advance to avoid problems.
Currently, most structures for window and balcony openings are made of PVC profiles. The company that installs the glass unit also carries out technical control during the warranty period and fixes faults free of charge. However, after the end of the warranty, the likelihood of breakdowns only increases, so it is important to understand how the balcony sash is being repaired.
Repair of the swing system lock on the loggia.
Swing sash with additional secure locks.
Repair of the sliding system lock.
Sliding opening system.
To eliminate sagging, hexagons are used to repair fittings.
Work order:
1. Remove the plugs from the hinges;
2. The upper screw allows you to adjust the structure vertically using a hexagon. To do this, turn the tool clockwise. Thus, the canvas will be attracted to the loop;
3. The end screw moves the structure horizontally;
4. Adjust another loop if necessary.
What to do if the glass unit is displaced and the door does not close?
We dismantle the glazing beads that fix the glass unit. We carry out the work with special blades;
We separate the glass unit from the canvas in the area of the hinges, using a spatula for this. Fill the gap with a plastic gasket;
We check the quality of work - the mechanism should close normally.
Installation of glazing beads in the same place.
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During operation, cracks may appear on the material, sometimes it loses its shape or breaks. If a similar stage of wear has occurred, it is best to replace the seal strip.
Correct sequence:
You should buy a new material that will fully correspond to the previous one (in type and size);
Dismantle the old tape;
The groove should be thoroughly cleaned of glue residues and accumulated dust;
We install a new seal, the tape can be pressed down with a finger, but not pulled (the groove must be dry). The sealant is laid starting from the bottom. This principle is easy to explain: if a part of the tape comes off during operation, it will not sag;
The final step is to cut off the ends of the sealant, and fix the laid edges of the material with glue. Do not close the door while the glue is drying.
To increase the service life of the seal, the material must be coated every six months with a special agent that will not allow drying. You can purchase a protective compound from PVC window manufacturers.
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This procedure is considered the simplest when compared with other problems. Depending on the degree of breakdown, this element can be tightened in the right places, adjusted or replaced.
If the handle is loose, turn the base plank 90 degrees. Thus, it will be possible to regulate the self-tapping screws that attract the element to the PVC profile. In order to better fix the part, use a screwdriver.
Self-adjustment of self-tapping screws with a screwdriver.
The need for replacement may come to light unexpectedly when inspecting the mechanism.
Let's consider the order of actions:
Turn the handle or part that is preserved parallel to the floor;
We remove the plug, which is located at the base (turn by 90 degrees);
We unscrew the screws with a Phillips screwdriver;
Dismantle the handle together with the rod from the structure;
We install a new mechanism in the socket. In the event that the rod is too long, you need to saw it off with a special machine;
We fix the screws. In the process, you need to control the force in order to avoid damage to the handle itself or the PVC profile;
We mount the latch back, masking the screws;
We check the installed part, namely the door clamp and the handle free play.
Removing the handle with a Phillips screwdriver.
Usually, the handle is installed from the inside of the room, but this is not always convenient.
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Restoration of the plastic surface is the elimination of cracks and scratches.
Plastic recovery methods:
1. Minor damage can be removed with a special Cosmofen compound. After exposure to the agent, the surface is covered with "liquid plastic".
2. When repairing significant flaws on the plastic, use cosmetic glue, which is used to fill the gaps. A white sealant is also suitable for filling deep cracks. After the aggregate dries, the surface is sanded with fine emery paper.
3. The final stage of restoration is surface treatment with a special construction pencil.
Sometimes, when eliminating sagging, the door is pulled too tight, after which it is difficult to close it.
It is better to entrust this work to professionals in order to avoid unpleasant consequences: condensation, frozen glass, problems with operation. If the warranty period is valid, you should contact the company that installed the PVC structure. Installing yourself may adversely affect the appearance.
Installers' mistake during installation and incorrect adjustment of the fittings;
Shrinkage of the new building and deformation of the structure;
Incorrect operation of PVC structures;
Excessive exposure to the sun (if the sun's rays constantly fall on the balcony);
Sudden changes in air temperature.
In the event that such problems arise during operation, repair is necessary. Moreover, such malfunctions can be eliminated independently, without the involvement of experienced specialists. In order for the work to be successful, it is necessary to objectively analyze the volume of cases and the availability of free time. If you appreciate that there is not enough free time, then contact the professionals.
Any balcony plastic doors need periodic adjustments and minor repairs, which can be done independently using a screwdriver and other common tools at hand. The main thing is to correctly assess the degree of complexity of the breakdown. In case of uncertainty in one's abilities or serious problems, unprofessional intervention can aggravate the situation and lead to the complete failure of the door and, accordingly, its replacement.
While the windows and doors are under warranty, of course, it is better to entrust all work to the installer.However, the longer the window-door unit stands, the greater the likelihood of defects that can be caused by various reasons:
installation errors;
natural shrinkage of the building, especially new buildings;
negligent use of products, lack of proper care and preventive measures;
sudden temperature changes, increased exposure to solar radiation.
Regardless of the cause of the occurrence, malfunctions of the balcony door lead to drafts, deterioration of the heat and sound insulation of the room, and in case of neglected problems, it is impossible to fully use the window and door structure.
Any slight change in the tightness of the door should not be ignored, since even a slight sagging can lead to more serious deformations of the door leaf. The sooner you fix the problem, the less the risk of other breakdowns and the greater the level of comfort in the room. Such a defect in operation can arise for several reasons:
sagging of the canvas under its own weight;
bad or worn seal;
failure of door fittings.
The real reason for incomplete opening / closing is not always obvious. To quickly find and fix it, it is recommended to consistently inspect and adjust important components.
Determine and mark the place with a pencil where the canvas touches the frame - the adjustment will be carried out by pulling the corresponding loop in the opposite direction.
Remove the plastic plugs that cover the hinge screws.
Check the fit of the door leaf. Replace the plugs.
A common problem that is especially felt in winter is cracks in the line where the web meets the frame. Through them, cold air, noise and dust enter the room. On the side edge of the sash there are several eccentrics that can be used to adjust the tightness of the door.
You can find problem areas using paper: squeeze a small sheet between the canvas and the frame and close the door tightly. If the fit is good, then it will hold on by falling and not moving. Otherwise, you need to adjust the eccentric to the desired level. In the same way, check the tightness of the sash to the frame along the entire door height, adjust if necessary. If blowing from the side of the loop itself:
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There are unpleasant situations when the door is completely blocked, or it remains hanging on one hinge, in this case, watch the video instruction:
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The expired service life and mechanical damage to the rubber seal are the next probable reason for the sagging and poor adhesion of the web. As a rule, the service life of the gaskets is several years after the door is installed, then they must be replaced. Sequence of work:
Carefully remove the old seal from the groove, avoiding damaging the web. Remove dust and glue from the groove.
Insert a new one, evenly distributing it around the entire perimeter without creases or wrinkles, starting from the bottom of the door. To properly lay material that is too hard, the seal must be cut in the corners and additionally fixed with glue.
Cut off excess sealant, fix the edges with glue. Allow time to dry - do not close the door during this time.
If these manipulations did not lead to an improvement in the situation, it is better to contact a specialist - it may be necessary to replace the fittings.
If the door fits snugly against the frame, but the closing mechanism does not work, then the reason is usually in the handle or core. A loose handle can be easily repaired. For this you need:
turn the decorative plug covering the attachment points to the canvas by 90 degrees;
tighten the screws with a screwdriver, adjusting the degree of pressure;
put the plug back in place.
If the core is broken, the handle cannot be repaired. In this case, it can be easily changed to a new one. For this:
Rotate the plug at the base, freeing access to the fastening screws.
Unscrew the screws with a Phillips screwdriver.
Remove the handle with the hinge from the door structure.
Install a new one and fix with self-tapping screws.
Install a plug to mask the fasteners.
Check the quality of installation, pressure and ease of opening of the web.
If the tightness of the glass unit is broken, fogging of the inner glass is observed. In this case, it is more expedient to replace it. Broken glass, severe damage to the lower blind part of the door leaf, the desire to replace the blind leaf with a glass one or vice versa also entail the dismantling and installation of a new double-glazed window. The operation is performed in a matter of minutes in the following sequence:
Remove decorative corners (glazing beads) that cover the line of adhesion of a blank panel or glass unit to the canvas - for this, place a screwdriver or spatula in the groove and carefully separate each corner.
Now the glass unit (panel) can be easily removed and replaced with a new one.
Install the corners in their original place.
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Plastic surfaces lend themselves well to restoration. Depending on the degree of damage, defects can be eliminated in several ways:
Small scratches are masked with a special pencil or Cosmofen liquid plastic.
Deeper damage and chips are filled with sealant or cosmetic glue. After the filler has dried, the surface of the canvas is sanded with fine sandpaper and covered with decorative paint.
The squeak of the hinges not only causes discomfort when using the structure, but also serves as a signal that the factory lubricant has been used up and a new batch is required, otherwise the hardware may fail. For the convenience and accuracy of the work, it is better to use a syringe, which must be filled with any machine oil. Sequence:
Remove the upper hinge plugs and pour oil into the hole.
Make several opening-closing movements to distribute the lubricant more evenly and faster. Make sure the creak is gone.
Remove excess oil, close plugs.
In order for plastic doors to serve for a long time and without problems, one must not forget about leaving, prevent breakdowns in time. Fundamental rules:
regularly treat the mechanisms with oil, and the rubber seal with a special spray - all care products can be purchased from window installers or specialized stores;
regularly tighten the fastening of the handles;
monitor the tightness of the door to the frame - if necessary, adjust the hinges;
when opening / closing, turn the handle strictly to the required angle;
avoid mechanical stress, excessive overlapping on the door leaf and glass unit.
You can eliminate minor defects of plastic doors, make small adjustments to the hinges and handles on your own. Larger repairs (re-hanging, restoring the tightness of welded seams, replacing torn hinges) should be entrusted to professionals - it is difficult to independently perform this type of repair with the required level of quality.
PVC balcony blocks at the moment have practically no competitors, they are durable and reliable, but, unfortunately, not eternal. Sooner or later, even the most expensive and high-quality structures need repairs. Let's take a look at in what cases it is necessary to call the master, and when it is really possible to repair the plastic balcony doors with your own hands.
Before how grab the tool and try to repair the balcony plastic door yourself, you must first figure out whether it makes sense to repair it at all and how realistic it is to do it specifically in your case. Let's start with radical breakdowns, fortunately there are not so many of them.
The double-glazed window is broken - it is clear that you cannot seal the broken glass in any way, it only needs to be changed. Theoretically, you can remove the glazing beads, measure the dimensions of the broken glass unit and order a similar one. But we do not advise you to do this, such designs are made with certain tolerances and only a professional can take these tolerances into account, so call the master;
Broken fittings - the weak point of any plastic structure is the abundance of hinged and locking fittings. So, if the hinges are torn out "with meat" or the metal strips responsible for the ventilation mode are broken, it is also worth calling the master. Each manufacturer has its own characteristics of fittings and it is not a fact that you will be able to buy the same mechanism;
Cracked profile - it is useless to cover up a serious crack in the profile with any sealants, only a complete replacement of the section will help here, and a new part can only be made at the factory.
By the way, if you are thinking about a complete replacement of the balcony block, then, in order not to be mistaken again, it is advisable to know all the weak points of plastic structures. Detailed information on the choice of the doors themselves, as well as window panes, window glass units , accessories and other mechanisms, with photos and videos you can find "HERE" .
Fortunately, radical breakdowns are quite rare, suppose you are lucky and the options described above have passed you, but in any case, before you repair the plastic door to the balcony, you need to understand which node is broken and we will start with one of the most common questions - how to repair a plastic balcony door the door when it is displaced.
The main problem is that the displacement of the door structure can occur in several planes at once. In particular, there can be a horizontal sagging of the sash at the same time, when the sash constantly clings to the bottom of the sash. And poor vertical clamping of plastic doors, when, for example, the door is pressed from above, and there is a gap below.
You can eliminate all these malfunctions by adjusting the fittings, but first you need to apply reference marks around the perimeter of the door. This is not difficult to do - take a simple pencil and trace the doors around the perimeter, as in the photo below.
Adjustment of the door leaf along the horizontal and vertical axis is usually carried out using special 4 mm hexagon screws. The technology is simple - you slowly twist or unscrew a certain screw and at the same time (according to the marks) watch the direction in which the door is shifted.
In the diagram below and in the video in this article, this whole process is clearly shown. And you will find detailed step-by-step instructions on fine-tuning a balcony door with your own hands "HERE" .
As for the clamp, there are so-called pins to adjust it. At the end of the door, you will find small eccentrics that turn at a certain angle with a key or pliers. There is a summer hold-down, a winter hold-down and an off-season. Keep in mind - trunnions may look different in different designs.
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By itself, a double-glazed unit is a rather heavy thing, especially if it is multi-chamber, therefore, quite often this structure sags. Usually the cause is negligence in assembling the doors. In this case, repairing a plastic balcony door with your own hands will not be difficult.
Repair of a balcony door begins with the dismantling of glazing beads. To pull out the glazing beads, professionals use special shovels; in artisanal conditions, you can take a good knife and gently pry the glazing bead to pull it out of the grooves.
Important: when dismantling the glazing beads, number them immediately, because the dimensions of the strips may differ and if you mix them up, you will get serious gaps at the joints.
So far, nothing better than gaskets around the perimeter has been invented for adjusting double-glazed windows in PVC structures. Such gaskets can be easily purchased on the market and are not expensive. When buying, take at once a couple of sets of gaskets of different thicknesses, otherwise you will have to grind them down.
Advice: do not use wood wedges as gaskets for double-glazed windows. Wood is an elastic material, and a glass unit is heavy. Sooner or later the moment will come when, under the weight of the glass unit, the thickness of the wooden wedges will change and the structure will be skewed again.
Such an independent repair ends with the installation of glazing beads in their place. To do this, you will need a small piece of wood and a mallet (rubber mallet). You need to insert the glazing bead into the groove and carefully hammer it through the wooden gasket with a mallet.
The handle in the balcony doors is deservedly considered one of the most loaded units and it breaks almost most often. There can be only one repair of balcony doors here - this is a complete replacement of the handle.
The technology is roughly as follows:
First you need to remove the decorative trim. Such pads can be completely removed, or they can be slightly raised and rotated 90º, it all depends on the model;
Then unscrew the mounting screws from the top and bottom;
If the tetrahedral core is intact and can be pulled out freely, then it is better to leave the old one, since it is cut by the thickness of the profile. Otherwise, you will have to measure and cut off the core with a grinder or a hacksaw for metal;
Now insert a new handle in place of the broken one, screw in the screws and cover them with a decorative strip.
On average, a balcony seal needs replacement once every 3-4 years. Expensive, high-quality gaskets can last up to 5-7 years. Even a complete amateur can change the seal with his own hands. The main thing here is to buy a set of elastic bands of the desired configuration, because there are several types of them in the balcony structure.
The simplest thing is to find the edges of the old seals and cut off a few centimeters from each. Then you take your samples and buy similar ones on the market. But be careful, there are many types of such goods and it is very easy to confuse. Rubber bands are not expensive, but another trip to the market will take your time.
When the rubber bands are purchased, you need to take out the old ones and insert the new ones in their place. In some designs, it can be difficult to crawl up to the seal in the area of the hinges, here already choose, either to "push" the elastic into the groove using the available means, or to remove the doors from the hinges and freely install the seal.
Advice: do not try to put gum on glue, because after a few years they will have to be changed again and then it will be very difficult to clean the grooves. The maximum that can be done is to drop a little sealant into the groove in some places with an interval of 20 - 30 cm.
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Although it does not take much time to fix minor problems, for a young, inexperienced owner, this can become a serious headache. In particular, old balcony blocks can squeak heavily due to corrosion of metal fittings or simply due to lack of lubrication.
With corrosion, the problem is eliminated with the help of WD-40, it comes in aerosol cans, you need to inject lubricant into all problem areas and after 30 minutes. there will be no rust. Then wipe off the dirt and lubricate the mechanism with grease or simple machine oil (spindle).
Repair of plastic balcony doors with deep scratches can also be done by hand. For these purposes, there is a tool called "Cosmofen", popularly known as liquid plastic.
You need to wash and degrease the scratched area, then apply Cosmophen and wait until it hardens, clean the area with thin emery.To add shine, you can polish the cleaned area with a polishing wheel attached to a drill or grinder. But you need to polish carefully, the plastic can burn.
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Of course, it is far from always possible for a home craftsman to repair plastic balcony doors, but we can assure you that the cases that we talked about have been tested in practice and are guaranteed to work.
Plastic balcony doors are subject to intense stress, especially if there is a winter garden or workplace on the balcony. A balcony door can experience deforming loads due to the formation of condensation or temperature differences. Then it ceases to function normally and the question arises: how to repair the plastic door leading to the balcony with your own hands?
In this article, we will answer these questions, briefly describing the malfunctions and ways to fix them that you can do yourself.
PVC profile, which is used in the manufacture of balcony doors and windows, must initially cope with such loads. But time, careless handling or increased stress on the fasteners can lead to door breakage or loose fit to the door frame. These defects not only create inconvenience in use, but also tend to further aggravate the situation, up to the failure of fasteners or door locking.
To prevent this from happening, it is sometimes necessary to carry out preventive work. In case of obvious breakdown, repair it.
It should be noted that not every repair of balcony doors and windows can be done by hand. Large surface defects, destruction of the frame, violation of the integrity of the glass unit, deformation of the door frame due to exposure to high temperatures cannot be repaired. In these cases, you must contact the company that installed the doors or specialists working in this profile.
Small repairs of plastic doors and windows, which can be done by hand, may consist in the following operations:
handle repair;
sealant;
small surface defects;
clamps;
replacement of a double-glazed window;
door position adjustment.
Before proceeding with the repair of a PVC profile door, it is necessary to prepare a tool that may be needed during the work.
No specialized equipment is required for minor repairs to balcony doors and windows.
In most cases, it is available in every home.
screwdriver with replaceable bits (screwdriver set);
screwdriver drill (cordless);
set of drills for metal ∅1-10 mm;
building level;
construction plumb line;
set of hex keys;
pliers;
saw for metal;
mallet with a striker made of white rubber;
white rubber spatula;
plastic or wooden paddles for cashing.
Consumables that may be required when repairing PVC profile products include:
glue for PVC Cosmofen Plus-S white;
adhesive sealant Cosmofen 345;
putty COSMOFEN RM for the restoration of hard PVC products;
rubber seals - in case of damage and the need to replace;
door handles and latches - in case of breakage;
plastic gaskets.
New seals, handles and gaskets must be of the same manufacturer that are installed on your doors!
In the case of sealing dents, cracks and chips on the surface of the balcony door, you may need sanding paper for grinding surfaces with a grain size of P-1000 or P-1200 according to ISO or M20 according to GOST (designations of different manufacturing countries may have their own designation of grain size).
The most common problem is the loose closing of doors and windows due to sagging under its own weight or loosening of the hinge fasteners.
To eliminate the skewing with your own hands, first determine the verticality of the door leaf relative to the door frame using a plumb line. A plastic marker (water-soluble) marks the places where the door catches on the box.
After that, the decorative plug is removed from the upper door hinge and the door position is adjusted using hex keys.
It should be remembered that the top screw at the end adjusts the movement of the door in the vertical plane, and the screw located on the side in the horizontal one.
If by adjusting the upper hinge it is not possible to achieve the skew of the door leaf, the same operation is performed with the lower hinge.
After the end of the adjustment, put in place the decorative overlays on the hinges.
The most common and at the same time easily eliminated cause.
To remove a broken handle, it is necessary to set the broken handle in a horizontal position - parallel to the floor, squeeze and rotate the decorative plug at the base of the handle by 90 °. Unscrew the opened bolts and remove the broken handle. Pull out the square bar on which the handle was attached. Install a new handle with a square bar and secure with the bolts removed when removing the old handle. Turn the decorative plug at the base of the handle to its original position, closing the screw heads.
A defect in a rubber seal occurs, as a rule, as a result of mechanical damage from hard or sharp objects.
To replace it with your own hands, first dismantle the old seal. This is done mechanically using a flat screwdriver or chisel. The grooves under the old seal must be completely free of glue and dust residues. Before installing a new seal, the groove surface is wiped with Kalosha gasoline or 96% denatured alcohol for degreasing.
The new seal must be of the same manufacturer as the door, and the width and height of the profile must match the old seal.
After the degreased groove dries out, we proceed to install a new seal, pressing it with our fingers. When installing, do not tighten the seal. Installation is carried out from bottom to top. At the end of the installation, the excess length of the seal is cut off with a sharp knife, and the ends of the sealing strip are additionally fixed with glue.
You can close the door only after the glue has completely dried.
If the glass unit of the balcony door is broken, you must first order a new one from the manufacturer that installed the doors. A measurer must come to you and take off the dimensions of the glass unit to be replaced. Taking measurements yourself is strongly discouraged.
Without being a specialist in the installation of PVC profile products, you are unlikely to be able to take into account the required technological tolerances and accurately measure the thickness of the glass unit with the measuring tools at hand.
After the new glass unit is delivered to you, you need to dismantle the broken one. For this, with the help of plastic or wooden spatulas and a mallet, the casings are removed, which hold the glass unit in the door frame. The old (broken) glass unit is removed. The grooves in which it was installed are thoroughly cleaned of dust and glass fragments, degreased with gasoline or alcohol. After drying, we install a new double-glazed window and secure it with the removed cashing.
When replacing glass with your own hands, be sure to observe the following conditions:
All work with glass must be carried out in cotton work gloves.
When dismantling and installing cashing, do not use unnecessary efforts. If you are unable to remove the cashing and dismantle the broken glass unit on your own, it is better to invite the master.
Do not use metal tools in contact with glass and plastic. The plastic can be scratched or damaged. Glass may shatter from contact with metal.
Apply COSMOFEN RM putty to shallow dents or scratches using a rubber trowel.After complete drying within the period indicated on the putty package, we process it with sanding paper and cover it with a matte or glossy varnish - depending on the material from which the doors are made.
We briefly reviewed the most common malfunctions of PVC balcony doors and windows and how to fix them with our own hands. Not all breakdowns of balcony doors can be repaired on their own. Sometimes a special tool is required, which not everyone has at home. Sometimes - the replacement of plastic construction elements, which cannot be removed by any adhesives.
In any case, it is within the power of everyone to carry out some repair work, in which we wish you success.
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