In each house the window sill is a favorite place for placing flower pots. And recently, the windowsill has become another subject of design thought. For example, in the kitchen the window sill is often combined with the table top, a wide sessile window sill is installed in the bedroom for rest, and in the nursery the sill serves as a working table. As you can see, the windowsill became an important piece of the interior and, first of all, it is explained by the possibility of choosing a window sill from different materials and textures. The market offers expensive variants from a tree or a stone and more budgetary - from plastic (PVC). What are PVC window sills - we'll tell you in our article.
PVC window sill features
Plastic window sill made of PVC (polyvinyl chloride), despite its more affordable price, is characterized by a number of advantages. Among which it is worth noting the following:
- moisture resistance;
- high fire safety;
- durability;
- good thermal insulation;
- resistance to UV radiation, mechanical and thermal factors;
- simplicity of installation;
- ease of care.
For maintenance you will need to simply wipe the window sill with a damp rag and occasionally wash it with a cleaning agent without abrasive ingredients. To the pluses of the PVC window sill is to include an even wider range of colors and the possibility of selecting an individual pattern. In addition, do not forget about the decorative function of the window sill in the interior of your house.
The main types of PVC window-sills
Plastic window sill is made of PVC with the possibility of applying a special laminating film. The standard PVC window sill has a white color and a rough surface. White window sills are still popular among the population, because they fit under the same plastic windows and do not require a special interior solution.
With the help of lamination or painting, PVC window sills are created. Color sills are selected according to the window profile, wall decoration or furniture items. Here you can build on the principle of contrast or unity in the interior. Laminated PVC windows of high-quality production will last longer due to the film coating, which additionally protects the sill from moisture and ultraviolet exposure. The most popular among the colored laminated versions are window sills, imitating the structure of wood or stone: mahogany, golden oak, wenge , marble.
There are also glossy and frosted windowsills made of PVC. Externally, the glossy windowsill looks more interesting, reflecting the sun's rays from its surface and filling the room with additional light. Matt window sill is more practical, it is less visible scratches. But, in any case, you have to choose based on your own desire and vision.
Selecting the size of the PVC window sill
When choosing a window sill, you should make measurements of the window opening under it. The standard length of the window sill in the shops is 6 m. The width of the PVC window sill varies from 10 to 90 cm. When selecting the size, note that the width of the board should correspond to the depth of the opening or be more than 10 cm in maximum to prevent condensation on the window during the winter period . When ordering a window sill, you can negotiate with windowsmen right away about the sill cut according to your measurements. And remember that a window sill is installed before decorating the slopes, so the length of the board should take into account a stock of 10-15 cm.
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