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Friday, April 3, 2015

Air Leak Testing & Sealing - The Top 10 Tips for Saving Money at Home - 4

From the Familyhandyman.com

Seal leaky windows (Option 2)

Cover windows with plastic film
Use double-sided tape and a hair dryer to apply the film.

If you don’t like the look of caulk on your windows all winter long, cover them with plastic film instead. A $13 kit covers five 3 x 5-ft. windows. The plastic also reduces window condensation and can be used with curtains or blinds. The film is available for the exterior and interior.
Apply double-sided tape (included) to the window casing. Cut the film roughly to size with scissors, leaving a few extra inches on each side. Starting at a top corner, apply the film firmly to the tape around all four sides of the window. Use a hair dryer to remove the wrinkles. When winter is over, take down the plastic and pull the tape off the casing. The tape removes easily without damaging the finish.

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