Just do this if you don’t want to seal off the balcony, and the effect will be good!

As we all know, the balconies of high-rise residential buildings are now not allowed to be sealed, but I believe many owners still have doubts about this issue. The balcony looks good when sealed, but if it is sealed, it will affect the lighting. So what else can you do without blocking the balcony?

Unsealed balcony

4 alternatives

1. Frameless doors and windows

Frameless doors and windows, with simple lines and clear views, are hard not to love. There is no interval, the frame is only on the upper and lower sides of the large area of ​​glass, and the light transmittance is relatively good, which is especially suitable for residents with poor lighting in the room.

2. Sliding doors and windows

Sliding doors and windows are simple and practical, do not take up space, and are safe. They are a favorite of many families.

Just like the decoration friend @66: using sliding doors to seal the balcony is a great choiceVentilation is really great, for your money. The original guardrails are retained, and four double-track hollow glass doors are installed inside to ensure safety and practicality.

In addition, waterproof and windproof measures must also be taken:

① Add drainage holes: Add drainage holes to the track to ensure smooth drainage and avoid Standing water.

②Height difference design: The track design has a height difference, and the inside is higher than the outside, which is conducive to natural drainage.

③Slope drainage: Set up a small slope on the outside to guide the water flow outward.

④ Leave space below the guardrail: Make a hollow structure at the bottom of the guardrail to prevent water from accumulating under the guardrail and maintain ventilation and dryness.

⑤ Reserved space for screen windows: Reserve an additional 3cm space to ensure that drainage and ventilation will not be affected after the screen windows are installed.

In terms of sound insulation, if you face the interior of the community, you can choose ordinary aluminum tempered double-layer insulating glass; if the external environment is noisy For roads, it is recommended to use heavy-duty sliding doors for better sound insulation.

3. Folding window

Decoration friend @Qiqi: My family has chosen folding doors and windows. When the weather is good, the balcony can be fully opened; when the wind and rain come, it can be quickly closed, which is super convenient.

The opening area of ​​the folding window can reach more than 80%, which can fully realize the ventilation effect of the open balcony. It should be noted that the window sash is pushed to one side and does not occupy any space. Folding windows have relatively low wind pressure resistance and are not recommended for use in high-rise buildings or in areas prone to typhoons and rain.

4. Invisible protective net

This is like putting a transparent protective coat on the balcony, which is especially suitable for families with children. It not only improves safety, but does not hinder the enjoyment of sunshine, and the cost is compared with otherThe plan is also lower.

How to reasonably \”close\” the balcony?

In the previous article, we mentioned such a good method: seal half of the balcony and leave half of it, which expands part of the indoor space and leaves outdoor space. space.

Remarkable design advantages:

1. The functional divisions are clear: the closed part can be used as an indoor extension and connected with the living room or bedroom to increase the usable area; the open part retains the original form of the balcony.

2. Good lighting and ventilation: The open part ensures natural lighting and ventilation, making the space brighter and more comfortable.

3. Cost saving: It is more economical to seal half of the building than to seal it completely, with less material and construction costs. You can also select materials and designs as needed, making it more practical.

How to design a half-enclosed and half-open balcony?

1. Determine the length of the balcony: The length of the balcony must be >4m to ensure that the half-enclosed and half-open design will not make the overall space appear crowded.

2. Choose a partition method: use sliding doors or swing doors as partitions to ensure the independence of the space. It is recommended to choose broken bridge aluminum doors with better performance as the balcony. The door is effectively waterproof and insulated.

3. Do a good job of waterproofing: Set up floor drains in the open part, and add water retaining stones or water retaining curtains to enhance the waterproofing effect.

Window sealing profile selection

1. Wall thickness

The wall thickness stipulated in the new national standard has been increased to 1.8 mm, which is worth noting. You can also make a simple judgment based on the window type. For large balconies of five to six meters and seven to eight meters, a wall thickness of 2.0mm must be used.

2. The overall width of the window frame

Number series that appear on the market, these numbers actually refer to the width of the window frame, for example, 70 means that the width of the window frame is 7 cm. Among them, the 70 series, 80 series, etc. are mostly inward-opening windows; The 110 series, 120 series, etc. are mostly outward-opening windows with integrated screens.

3. Glass

When the single glass area is large, the thickness of the glass needs to be increased accordingly. In addition, the double-layer glass on the market can meet most needs.

If you have special needs and want better thermal insulation, you can choose three-glass and two-chamber glass; if you want to isolate low-frequency noise, laminated vacuum glass It\’s a good choice.

How does your family deal with the \”not allowed to be sealed\” balcony? Is there any better way to do this? You can share your experience with everyone in the comment area~