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I know that a lot of people with older homes have resorted to using plastic on their windows to eliminate drafts. I used to do this every year too. I checked into replacing the windows but the cost was a small fortune. So here is what I came up with.
Supplies:
- 1x2 pieces of wood
- Pieces of plexi glass
- 4 L brackets per window
- primer
- Small amount of your trim paint
- Window clips, two per window (These are made by Stanley and look like big wing nuts with screws.)
Instructions:
I started out by measuring the inside of the window casing. I then ordered the plexi glass and had it cut to my dimensions. My husband then made frames that fit right inside the window casings and screwed the plexi glass to the wooden frames. He used metal screws with a rubber washer and then a metal washer on top. He then put the window clips on the outside edge of the casing.
Prime and paint your windows. The advantage to these windows is that you can still see out them, So you don't feel shut in for the winter. They give you a dead air space between your window and the new storm window. They can be used every year and can be cleaned and stored. They lay flat and can be bungeed together for storage in the eaves of a garage or in a shed.
They go up very easy, you could even get your kids to do :). Total cost of materials was about $ 250.00 dollars but when you think of the replacement cost of a new window that is pretty cheap. Oh by the way that was 8 windows for 250.00. Hope this saves someone some money out there. With heating costs going up these can be life savers.
By Debra in Colorado
I just saw this on another site: Go to Home Depot (or other like store) and buy Plexi glass. Have the store cut to exact size of each window you have.
When you get home, set plexi glass into each window and use clear tape to secure.
Saves money on heating costs and they are easy to store. I wanted to share with all of you as this is my favorite site with all the nice people sharing tips and cute photos.
By Annie from Missouri
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