Why use interior storm windows?
The interior storm windows create an air space that traps hot or cold air so it does not get into or out of your home. It is a good idea to remove interior storm windows during the milder months as to allow the home to ventilate. Types of interior storm windows • Plastic shrink film. • Glass or plastic panels. Clear plastic shrink film is stretched across a window or frame when heated by a hair dryer. Glass or plastic panel interior storm windows can have metal or vinyl frames. They also, can be used without a frame for a transparent look. Making your own interior storm windows using plastic shrink film Step 1-At the hardware store buy wood framing used for assembling screens and plastic shrink film. Step 2-Put together the interior storm window frame and make sure it fits your existing window. Step 3-Stretch the plastic shrink film across the frame by heating it. Step 4-You can either use double-sided tape to attach the interior storm window or you can staple the plastic shrink film t
