How To Make Plastic Storm Windows

For rebates thicker than 3 4 you have three options i ve listed below.

How to make plastic storm windows.

These interior storm windows are sure to keep the cold out this winter. You ll have to choose one of them. Build a storm that just barely fits over your existing window. They are usually between 3 4 and 1 1 8 thick depending on the thickness of your window s exterior trim.

Quick shorts of how to make windows for winter saves some bucks. Nate skow use nails to keep the edges of your storm window frames stable while the glue sets. How to make inexpensive storm windows using plexiglas. Add 2 inches to the overall dimensions.

The 3 4 version is extremely simple to make since you can use standard 1x material to make your diy storm window. Once you ve gotten that far roll out another layer of vinyl top with your third set of. You will want your storm window including its wooden frame to be about 1 8 inch smaller on all sides so. Storm window sandwich together with 1 2 inch nails while someone stretches the plastic tight for you.

For the large window shown below i used tape since the tubing was pulling the sides of my large window in too much. Measure the outside of the window. Attach shrink plastic to the frame facing the exterior with two sided tape or use the rubber tubing designed for attaching screening.