What this video covers
Draught-proofing guide for UK homeowners.
Draughts around windows can waste hundreds of pounds on heating bills each year. Here are the ten most effective ways to fix them, ranked from least to most impactful. From Axiom Eco Homes.
In this video
- 0:00 Intro
- 0:13 10. Fill small cracks with weatherproof caulk
- 0:21 9. Add a draught-excluder strip to the sill
- 0:30 8. Check and replace worn window hinges
- 0:39 7. Apply draught-proofing tape to fixed panes
- 0:48 6. Fit self-adhesive foam strips to opening sashes
- 0:59 5. Install brush seals on sliding sash windows
- 1:09 4. Use secondary glazing film for single glazing
- 1:20 3. Use a draught excluder at the window sill
- 1:28 2. Seal frame-to-wall gaps with silicone sealant
- 1:38 1. Fit self-adhesive foam strips to opening sashes
- 1:48 Where to start