Draught proofing UPVC sash window

muffinek

Hello

I ve got upvc double glazed window that needs drought proofing. I can see blinds moving when it is completely shut. I think the window is about 8yrs old. 

I don't really know where to start so would appreciate any advice I can get. 

horsewithnoname

STORMGUARD White 05SR034010MW 10m EPDM 'P' Profile Self-Adeshive Rubber Draught Excluder, L-10 Metres W-9mm H-5mm https://amzn.eu/d/92H6VW1

I used this stuff, not sash windows just double glazed, it comes in various types. It does the job. 

plumb1_2

Best fitting new hinges

FreeBear

plumb1_2 said:

Best fitting new hinges

On a sash window

BUFF

can you trace where on the window the draughts are coming from (smoke from an incense stick is good for this)?
Is it the sides or the meeting rail?
Does it already have seals fitted & what condition are they in?

muffinek

There are seals fitted. I am not sure how to comment on their condition. I attached couple photos. It looks like the issue is with one of the sides and top of the window 

 

Eldi_Dos

In my experience of modern sash windows the most likely spot for a draught is at  the side and top of bottom section of the window. 
You can get foam inserts which you cut to shape and insert there.
Look a bit like toe spacers used for painting nails.

BUFF

muffinek said:

There are seals fitted. I am not sure how to comment on their condition. I attached couple photos. It looks like the issue is with one of the sides and top of the window 

 

I can only see 1 photo?

muffinek

@BUFF looks like not all photos got attached. 

BUFF

So, as I said you really need to narrow down where the draught(s) is coming from - around the frame or around the sashes.
The smoke from incense sticks is good for this.

If it is around the frame then you need to fill the gaps.
If it is around the sashes somewhere (sides or top/bottom) then you may need to replace or add seals. There are normally 2 types of fixing - simple stick on or those that slide into slots in the profiles.

muffinek

As far as I can see it is predominately top and one of the sides. How do I get right thickness of seals or they are just standard thickness?