1. Plastic window sills Сrystallit (Russia) - increased strength and the widest choice of decors.
The innovative concept of "Crystalite" is a combination of a smooth texture and a durable surface of the window sill, covered with a multi-layer ultramodern acrylic resin film from DTS (Germany). Even the visually powerful structure "Crystalite" noticeably distinguishes it from other window sills in terms of weight and thickness. The surface of the window sill is resistant to acidic and chemical cleaners, does not fade under the influence of UV rays. Window sill "Kristalit" has a special high-strength structure of the walls and stiffeners, which provides increased strength during operation. Mounts securely to any window.
Special properties:
Warranty period - 70 years;
- High resistance to abrasion and scratches;
- Heat resistance - up to + 75 С;
- Absolute moisture resistance;
- High resistance to UV rays;
- Environmental friendliness and safety: does not contain formaldehydes;
- High strength: thickened walls and stiffeners;
- A wide range of colors and textures: glossy, matte or imitating natural wood.
Average cost: with a window sill width of 250mm. ( panel Khrushchev) - 1 running meter- 1000 rubles.
2. Plastic window sills Moeller (Germany) - the leading brand in the premium class.
Möller's unique high-strength window sills are created using the most advanced technologies and taking into account environmental friendliness. They are made from the patented LIGNODUR® wood-plastic mixture, which harmoniously combines the best properties of these materials and provides products with the highest compression of the material. They have a high-quality coating of Elesgo-Plus on top® multi-layer laminate, created on the basis of acrylate resins, completely reliable and unpretentious in maintenance.
Special properties:
Excellent workmanship;
- High resistance to surface abrasion and scratches;
- High resistance to influence of household chemicals;
- Resistance to high mechanical loads;
- Fire safety: self-extinguishing material;
- Heat resistance - 30 minutes at t +150°С;
- Impact resistance negative temperatures- t -20°С;
- Resistance to UV rays;
- Environmentally friendly: patented, licensed materials.
- aesthetic appearance.
Average cost: with a window sill width of 250mm. (panel Khrushchev) - 1 linear meter - 980 rubles.
3. Plastic window sills "Vitrage Plast" - a popular and economical option.
The surface of "Vitrage Plast" window sills is covered with special decorative and protective PVC films. They give the window sills an elegant appearance, pleasant to the touch texture, protection from local mechanical damage, exposure to low temperatures (cigarette ash, hot mug), acidic and caustic substances, residues food products, alcohols. The window sill with vertical internal stiffeners is designed in such a way that it can withstand all types of loads (impact, pressure, deflection).
Special properties:
Thickness protective film- 65 microns;
- Service life up to 35 years;
- Medium resistance to scratches and surface abrasion;
- Average heat resistance;
- Environmental friendliness: does not contain formaldehydes;
- High moisture and steam resistance;
- Resistant to UV rays; - Medium resistance to household chemicals: washable with liquid detergents.
Average cost: with a window sill width of 250mm. (panel Khrushchev) - 1 running meter - 520 rubles.
The window sill performs three functions at once: it combines the window frame and walls, decorates common space windows - from the street into the house, prevents heat leakage. Materials for arranging the window sill are very different, let's deal with their pros and cons.
Plastic
Since PVC windows are the most popular today, this choice is the logical, simplest and most affordable. Any manufacturer when ordering plastic windows will immediately offer you a similar window sill in the kit. Traditionally they are white, in the color of the window. Of course, there are brown options that imitate wood and even stone, but plastic remains plastic.
Pros: affordable price, easy installation, very light weight, moisture resistance, durability.
Cons: matte light plastic window sill gets dirty very easily. Dust literally eats into it, you can only wash it off abrasives. Of course, if the window sill is not white, this problem is less noticeable, but it is there. If you put something hot on a plastic window sill, it will deform. It's also very easy to scratch.
Important! Best for kitchen plastic window sills with a special heat-resistant and durable coating. Yes, they cost a little more, but they last longer. Although, judging by the reviews, it is still absolutely impossible to put a hot pan on such window sills.
MDF and chipboard
Window sills simply from chipboard are practically not used now, since they have a lot of minuses. Laminated chipboard stronger, like MDF, so let's talk about these materials. In general, if you have MDF furniture in your house, then you can perfectly imagine all the advantages and disadvantages of such window sills.
The price is higher than plastic ones, there is a wide choice of shades and textures. It is more expedient to choose laminated boards for window sills, they are more resistant to moisture.
Minus: you can’t put it hot, during installation you can damage the edge, a special tape should be laid between the window sill plate and the wall. If damaged upper layer- it is possible to swell the entire window sill under the influence of moisture.
Tree
Do you still remember the good old wooden window sills, usually covered with white paint? We lived with them for many years, they remained in many old houses. Pros natural wood weight: safety, environmental friendliness, ease of care.
But old window sills from ordinary boards could crack over time, the paint had to be updated regularly. And such a traditional option itself is simply considered unfashionable.
Now window sills made of solid wood are worth a lot. Particularly valued are durable oak and ash, which even without tinting look great.
Cons of natural wooden window sills: high price, mandatory grinding and impregnation with colorless wax or varnish, the risk of scratches. In addition, the varnish or wax coating will have to be updated regularly.
Artificial and natural stone
This is the most expensive, but very beautiful and durable option. Now window sills made of artificially created stone are almost in no way inferior to natural ones, so their popularity continues to grow. You can not be afraid to put hot, drop something heavy, dust is easy to brush off and usually it is not too noticeable.
Cons of stone window sills: high price. This is, of course, the strongest argument against. Otherwise, you can’t clean with abrasive products, natural marble, for example, can absorb spilled liquids, you will have to take care of it regularly.
Concrete
There is nothing new in concrete window sills. Outside the house, they were often decorated in this way, this is a traditional technique. Why not? Concrete is durable and can be painted different colors. Massive, durable, reliable, if necessary, subject to repair and restoration, maybe somewhat cold, but quite an attractive concrete window sill has few drawbacks. These include the difficulty of installing a heavy plate, as well as the likelihood of cracks in the event of temperature changes and violations of the pouring technology.
Tile
Generally, take out ceramic tiles and mosaic in a separate type of window sill decoration, we admit, wrong. For such a coating, a base is needed. It can serve as concrete, wood, plastic. That is, tiles can be ennobled, for example, an ordinary plastic window sill, but how independent material cannot be used.
This option has many advantages - resistance to damage, easy maintenance, beauty, durability, the ability to replace individual parts in case of damage. But you should be especially careful about tile joints, because they are often responsible for the durability of the entire coating.
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Window board is structural element windows, which performs a number of useful functions:
- removes excess moisture along the internal and external slopes;
- retains heat several times better than concrete bases, which is very important during the heating season;
- simplifies the maintenance process of window structures;
- plays an important role decorative element v modern design premises.
Types of window sills
Today, the choice of window sills is wider than ever. Let's look at the main market offerings and note the pros and cons of using each of them.
For economical - plastic
A plastic window sill is a simple and affordable solution. It is very easy to choose the right product, because the offer in this segment is huge.
Window sill boards of this type differ from each other only in two parameters: color palette and price. However, such designs do not differ in workmanship and wear resistance.
Among pluses The use of plastic window sills highlight moisture resistance and ease of operation. They can be washed with any detergents.
Among cons- rough porous structure. Contaminants eat into the surface of the material over time. It is difficult to remove them, but, for example, stains from a felt-tip pen and marker are impossible.
For cleaning and “whitening” of window sills and window frames, a special COSMOFEN solvent is used. The tool cleans the plastic from dust and dirt, but does not remove stains from the marker. Use other agents with caution. Many of them enter chemical reaction with plastic polymers and cause irreparable damage to the coating, leave flaws on the surface.
fashionable acrylic
Acrylic window sills are PVC window sills with a protective acrylic coating.
TO pluses this type of window sills include:
- Strength. Thanks to the walls with a thickness of 3 mm, they can withstand a lot of weight.
- Abrasion resistance. Depending on the manufacturer, they have from two to four layers of a protective acrylic coating. The surface is difficult to scratch even when holding cosmetic repairs(nails, screws, knife).
- decorative qualities. Each manufacturer offers a large catalog of colors, a glossy or matte surface to choose from. You can choose a window sill for any interior.
However, this option cannot be called ideal. Its main disadvantage is the price: such a window sill will cost five times more than a conventional plastic one.
Varieties of acrylic window sills
Some acrylic window sills of popular companies have a number of additional advantages:
- DANKE. The brand produces premium window sills using the latest German technologies with Elesgo protective coating. Coatings mimic structures as much as possible natural wood and stone. The coating withstands contact with hot objects, is immune to cigarette ash, chemicals, and is resistant to the formation of stains of any complexity. The manufacturer's warranty is ten years.
- crystallite. These window sills also belong to premium products. The manufacturer offers twenty-seven types of decor: matte, glossy, woody, designer. The composition of the plastic does not contain lead formaldehyde, which makes them absolutely safe. The surface has increased protection against ultraviolet rays.
- Moller. These window sills are made from PVC and wood flour. Innovative ELESGO Plus on top ® coating is five times more abrasion resistant than standard acrylic coatings. The catalog of decors is constantly updated. Product warranty is three years.
wooden window sill
Most often they are ordered as a "companion" to wooden windows.
make wooden window sill from a glued board 40 mm thick. It can be painted in any color from the factory catalog. Usually there are about ten colors to choose from.
High-quality painting of wooden window sills is carried out only in the factory.
TO pluses wooden window sills include environmental safety and the possibility of matching tone-on-tone boards to a wooden frame.
but cons products have much more:
- Strength. Wood is much softer than plastic. On its surface there are dents, scratches, cracks are formed.
- Low abrasion resistance. She is practically absent. Paintwork materials deteriorate from constant friction, for example, flower pots about the surface.
- Coating "Afraid" of all caustic solvents and most cleaning products.
Wooden window sills gradually fade in the sun, despite special coatings with UV protection.
Remember that the quality of a wooden window sill depends on many factors: wood species, painting and installation methods, operating conditions.
Reliable stone
These window sills are made from various types stone: acrylic, quartz agglomerate, marble, granite and others. Accordingly, the cost of products will depend on the base material.
Pros:
- Great rigidity. They cannot be scratched, unlike plastic or wood. However, how to break.
- Huge selection of design colors. You can choose the necessary solution that will successfully fit into the interior or match the tone-on-tone window frame in color.
- Breadth of application. If desired, a stone window sill can be given any shape: round, semicircular, with a transition to the countertop, and so on. There are no limits for the designer's and architect's imagination.
Minuses:
- Difficulty of installation. If wooden and plastic window sill boards are cut out on the spot, then stone ones are cut out at the factory, so the correct measurement in this case plays a very important role. It will be difficult to correct the mistake later.
- Expensive repairs. Acrylic artificial stone is an inexpensive (compared to other types of stone) material. Therefore, it will not be difficult for a professional to repair such a window sill on the spot. When a chip appears, acrylic resin is usually mixed with granite chips, the damaged area is poured with the composition and polished. But if your window sill is made of natural stone such repair is not possible. For example, a very heavy object fell from a height onto a granite window sill, and several cracks appeared on the surface. In this case, a complete replacement of the base will be required.
tabletop
Many clients instead of a window sill ask to install kitchen countertops from MDF and chipboard. Usually the customer buys the structure himself, and the installation company only deals with installation, so you cannot make claims regarding the quality of the base material to the latter.
Countertops are “sharpened” for intensive use, however, when installed in places with frequent temperature and humidity changes, it is worth providing additional protection to the surface ends: paint and treat with an antiseptic. If this is not done, then the material will absorb moisture very quickly and swell.
In terms of strength, the protective coating of countertops made of MDF and chipboard occupies an intermediate position between plastic and acrylic window sills. They are difficult to scratch, and ease of care is due to the purpose of the surface.
Do you need a window sill?
To some, this question may seem strange. But today in many apartments from the developer there are no window sills in the usual sense for us. Instead of installing a classic wooden, plastic or stone window sill, they pour " concrete base to support "window construction. Someone also believes that very small window sills do not require as competent installation as standard ones.
When installing windows and window sills, it is necessary to take into account climatic conditions region, features of the materials that make up the wall. It is necessary to select designs based on the recommendations of GOST.
Often builders do not leave additional space for mounting this important element during the subsequent finishing of the room. The owner has to decorate the existing surface. It is very difficult to achieve an acceptable aesthetic appearance in this case. Besides paints and varnishes do not protect against humidity and temperature changes at the level of time-tested structures.
Solutions with a brick or concrete window sill are only suitable for loft-style rooms.
Construction companies use this technique to reduce the cost of apartments “for self-finishing” and with “primary finishing”. It would seem that this is a plus. But if there is a wide gap between the base surface and the frame or concrete covers the frame to the level of the sash, this is a gross violation of technology.
Installed in this way window construction will not perform the main functions and will soon cause a violation of the microclimate of the room. In winter, the problem may be aggravated by the formation of condensate and mold, freezing of the junction of the frame and the wall, etc. The savings will result in even greater expenses. Are you willing to pay more?
Which to choose?
The main criteria when choosing a window sill is the purpose and price. For example, if you intend to buy a simple white window sill for a standard plastic window, you are unlikely to be convinced of the need to purchase a stone one. Unless reinforced acrylic will interest you in a wide palette of shades.
If you pick up a wooden window sill under wooden window(exact matching of shades is required) or stone for the implementation of an individual project and exact match to the interior, then you don’t even remember about a plastic window sill with a porous structure.
Everyone's value for money listed species window sills are as follows: plastic - the cheapest, then acrylic, then wooden and stone ones close the list. A countertop made of MDF or chipboard is comparable in cost to an acrylic window sill.
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The easiest way to decorate a plastic window is with a classic window sill. rectangular shape, made from the same material as . But if you want to decorate the opening with a bright interior detail or maximize the life of the product, then you should consider other options.
Types of window sills
Plastic
The standard option for a window sill for a plastic window is a board made of two sheets of PVC (polyvinyl chloride) with a thickness of 3 mm or more, between which there are stiffening ribs with a thickness of 1.5 mm or more.
Advantages of a plastic window sill:
- does not rot;
- does not deform;
- no shrinkage;
- resistant to high and low temperatures and sudden changes;
- just cut and install.
Flaws:
- standard design;
- May appear in hot weather bad smell plastics (new products only).
PVC window sills are sold: white, wood-like, marbled, colored. All of the above options can be in glossy or matte finish. The surface is often laminated with PVC or melamine film, covered with acrylic. When choosing, take into account that dirt eats into the rough surface of the window sill, fingerprints quickly appear on the glossy surface. The most durable option is acrylic coating. It is the most resistant to scratches, withstands high temperatures, including those from cigarette butts and ash.
Plastic window sills are produced in the form of panels from 1500 to 6000 mm long and cut to right size at the place of installation. The ends are closed with caps to match the color. Board width from 100 to 700 mm (step 50 mm). The thickness of the panel is from 13.5 to 20 mm, on one or both sides there is a bend (kapinos) of 40 mm. The price without installation is from 75 rubles / running meter with a width of 100 mm.
Fix PVC window sills mounting foam, liquid nails or mortar. Products with two kapinos are needed if the room is connected to a balcony or loggia - the window is dismantled and part of the wall under it is decorated with a window sill or countertop.
Wooden
To plastic windows, especially from a profile in the color "under the tree", window sills made of natural solid wood are suitable.
For their manufacture, oak, beech, ash, larch, spruce, pine and other wood species are used, impregnated with agents against swelling and decay. Board thickness 40 mm, length from 300 to 4000 mm, width from 100 to 1200 mm. Approximate prices: spruce with a knot from 225 rubles / rm, oak from 2200 rubles / rm.
Ash window sill
The tree can be covered with wax, oil or varnish - transparent or the color of valuable species. If the window and window sill different materials, then be sure to choose the shade very accurately. More cheap option- the board is not made of solid wood, but glued together from narrow bars.
Advantages of wooden window sills:
- attractive appearance, unique patterns;
- natural safe material;
- strength.
Flaws:
- under the influence of changes in temperature and humidity, the tree dries up, cracks, bends;
- you can not put hot;
- require careful care;
- products from many types of wood are expensive.
Whichever window sill you choose, you will still encounter both pluses and minuses. Unless some will be more, others less. Technology does not stand still. Keep up with the times and specialists who develop various types of window sills and are responsible for all elements of the window system.
Which window sill to choose - sometimes it is easier to answer this question by playing the game "stone, scissors, paper" with your inner self. The fact is that the current window sills of all kinds are quite durable, moisture resistant, not afraid of sunlight and detergents. But there are clear differences. So, a window sill is definitely needed. And, above all, to preserve heat (preventing the leakage of warm air from the room), as well as to protect against drafts and cold air from the street.
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Thanks to the window sill, the thickness of the warm air layer near the window increases, which is important. Many find convenience in being able to set up flower pots. From a technical point of view, we immediately get convenience, sound insulation and durability. For those who have long dreamed of more wide window sills, there is also the opportunity to transform such a window element into a cabinet, countertop, book shelf or children's corner!
The choice of window sills is quite large, you just need to let your imagination run wild. Well, if there are two types of window sill - monomaterial (these include wooden, marble, granite, artificial stone) and composite (polyvinyl chloride, chipboard, MDF), you can safely choose exactly what you need. In order to know how to choose a window sill, you need to understand the materials of which they are composed as best as possible. After all, not all products lend themselves to the same processing and consist of the same elements. This means that their inherent qualities are different.
So, what are window sills? Let's start with natural wood. Window sills made from this environmentally friendly material are always and everywhere appreciated. Such window sills can be made of wood various breeds. For example, you can choose beech, ash, oak, mahogany, chestnut or, if you prefer, pine. Given the processing of wood, such a window sill is not too afraid of moisture and retains environmentally friendly material for the health of your loved ones.
For those who prefer the cheapest option in terms of price, it is better to stop at pine. For those who are chasing the most expensive purchase, it is better to choose cherries. Beech, ash, oak are no less in demand. Do not worry, because all such window sills usually last a long time and cost much less than new materials. At the same time, they are perfectly combined with various interior items.
But keep in mind, in order not to have problems in the future, you should find out how this material was transported, how it was dried, what year the forest was cut down, and what materials it was processed. Keep in mind that oak tolerates a nearby heating system better than others. Most quality material cherry, ash and mahogany are considered. True, such window sills must be varnished or gelled.
Is it important for you that the material withstands high temperatures and does not lose its basic qualities? Then you can choose chipboard and MDF window sills made of chipboard and medium-density fibreboard. These products are made from waterproof materials. In addition, they do not need special care. By the way, many people order such window sills for themselves, choosing the tone “under the stone” or “under the natural wood”.
And for special "gourmets" you can choose various options color solution. Such a purchase will affect your wallet less than window sills from natural material. As practice shows, it is possible to wash such products calmly. True, you need to start cleaning very carefully, otherwise you risk breaking the protective coating, and your product will swell and deform. Experts also advise, when installing a window sill board, to treat the edges of the product with silicone sealant (so that delamination does not go).
What about those who prefer "standard windows"? The fact is that most of our citizens prefer to establish PVC profiles. And they have their own good reasons for this: such window sills are not afraid of sunlight, temperature changes (they are not afraid of fluctuations from minus 30 degrees to plus 60), hold moisture well, are fire resistant and durable. At the same time, the prices for such material are low, plus the colors allow you to choose exactly what you like.
Well, do not forget that these products are durable (manufacturers give up to 10 years warranty), fire resistant and have a solid construction, which is important if you plan to stand on them yourself or put plants in large flower pots on the windowsill. This window sill is “friends” with ultraviolet light. It has protection in the form of a layer of glossy or lacquer coating applied over the material.
Anyone who needs to experiment with sizes can safely stop at just such products. After all, they can be ordered up to 6000 mm long and up to 600 mm wide (usually 18-22 mm thick). In addition, the specifics of installation is such that the window sill can be cut to order directly at your home. Another plus of such window sills is that they are easy to install (in just an hour or two when using). It is easy to wash them (just keep in mind that this cannot be done with abrasive products).
Natural and artificial stone are also not far behind. And quite often these materials are used both in private houses and ordinary apartments. So, marble, onyx, and also granite are especially in demand with us. This is a rather expensive pleasure, but the product will last for a long time, and the appearance will not only not disappoint, but will also pleasantly surprise everyone.
Marble can be of different shades. But onyx transmits light. This quality of the stone can be used as room lighting. Just do not rush to take the first thing you see. When ordering, pay attention to the color of your stone - sometimes a stone of the same breed has a different color, which means that the window sills in the same room may turn out to be different. And this will agree, it will not be very pleasant and aesthetically pleasing.
Experts advise to be careful with possible damage to the stone - veins on the stone can "hint" to the problem (the more veins, the more likely it is to crack).
When ordering granite, for example, there is one more nuance. This stone has the ability to accumulate radiation, which means it can harm your household. Therefore, make sure which safety class you bought the material (should be only 1st). But even if you have taken into account all the details, then be careful. Colored and acidic liquids should not be spilled on the marble window sill. So, coffee, tea or wine will leave clearly visible stains. It will be quite difficult to get them out, believe me.
And if you do not want to change the window sill to a new one, try to check the presence of liquids on it. But that's not all. When working with stone, there is a risk of scratches and cracks. But this is to be expected from any stone. Well, it didn’t work out for you with a natural stone, take an artificial one. That's enough too durable material(and it is created from a mineral filler and a polymer resin). With the help of dyes, you can always get different shades and patterns (for example, it is now common among buyers).
If you are still in doubt, we will add that this product is heat-resistant and durable. It, we assure you, is not afraid of cracks and stains (and does not paint from spilled liquid!), And does not darken yet. The price of products made of artificial stone is much lower than that of natural stone. Such window sills can be safely washed with soapy water and not worry about it!
How not to lose the window sill and choose what you need? And after you have bought, how not to spoil the product? A few tips from knowledgeable people won't interfere.
- Often the customer is more worried about the amount of money spent than about the availability of certificates and documents. Nevertheless, when buying window sills, it will not be superfluous to make sure that the products comply with the existing state standards, and also have a state standard quality certificate (they are issued, remember this, indicating sanitary and epidemiological standards).
- When deciding which window sills to choose, pay attention to the susceptibility of the material to moisture and the appearance of condensation, the influence of sunlight and the appearance of yellowness (many window sills are covered with special protective materials, protecting them from UV radiation), surface treatment with chemical materials, the possibility of microbial growth and fungi (they appear in rooms with high humidity).
- It is better to clean window sills with detergents that do not contain chlorine. Marble is more fragile than granite. It is better not to put heavy objects on marble window sills and not to pour drinks. Glass window sills are now also in vogue, but you need to consult a specialist in advance, who will tell you what thickness you need to choose. glass product. This will do you good!
- Don't be too lazy to learn about new products. Now options such as window sills are offered, consisting of marble, polyester resin and quartz sand or granite. Such products, although they will look like marble, will cost less. So, which window sill to choose will depend only on you. And what is the best window sill - after reading the article, only you can say. Or are you still thinking?
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