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Why are door and window seals so important?

2025-06-28

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Why are door and window seals so important?

Although door and window seals are small accessories, they directly affect the comfort and energy saving of the home. It can effectively block cold wind, rain, dust and noise, and improve the indoor thermal insulation and sound insulation performance. If your doors and windows are leaking, seeping or sound insulation is deteriorating, it is likely because the seals are aging or improperly installed. This article will introduce in detail how to correctly select, install and maintain door and window seals to make your home quieter and more energy-efficient!

 

The role of door and window seals

1. Thermal insulation: reduce indoor and outdoor heat exchange and reduce air conditioning/heating energy consumption.
2. Sound insulation and noise reduction: block external noise and improve living quietness.
3. Wind and rain protection: prevent cold wind and rain from penetrating, and avoid mold on the wall.
4. Dust and insect protection: prevent dust and mosquitoes from entering the room and keep the home clean.

How to choose the right sealing strip?
The material of the sealing strip directly affects its performance and service life. The following is a comparison of common materials:
EPDM rubber: strong weather resistance, anti-aging, environmentally friendly
Silicone: soft and elastic, high temperature resistant
PVC: cheap and easy to install
Purchase suggestions:
- EPDM rubber is recommended for cold areas, which is resistant to low temperatures and not easy to harden.
- Foamed silicone can be selected for quiet effect, which has better resilience.
- PVC sealing strips can be used first if the budget is limited, but they need to be replaced regularly.

 

Conclusion
Although the sealing strips of doors and windows are small, they are the key to home comfort. Choosing the right material, correct installation, and regular maintenance can effectively improve the sound insulation, heat preservation and dustproof effects. If your home's sealing strips have aged, you might as well replace them according to the method in this article to restore the doors and windows to the best sealing performance!

 

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