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Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by Finknottle
(Post 13346355)
Doesn't really help you but the thing you describe is a casement stay.
At least I know how to talk about it now :lol: |
Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by ddsrph
(Post 13346354)
Is a total seal needed to keep out insects? That would be difficult and require a lot of effort. If that is not needed a piece of thin plywood with holes drilled for vent ducts could be cut to fit the open space and be easy and cheap but that would leave the top and bottom wedge open. Maybe fabric and Velcro to close these openings.
I don't need it to be sealed like a vacuum, but basic insect prevention is needed. Currently I use stick velcro and netting, so maybe I could cut holes in the netting? |
Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by Lion in Winter
(Post 13346358)
I don't need it to be sealed like a vacuum, but basic insect prevention is needed. Currently I use stick velcro and netting, so maybe I could cut holes in the netting?
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Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by Nutek
(Post 13346359)
Also, Duct Tape is a thing if it doesn't need to look pretty.
Good point. I can manage UK weather no problem, but the OH seems to struggle to sleep if it's over 70. |
Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by Lion in Winter
(Post 13346360)
Good point.
I can manage UK weather no problem, but the OH seems to struggle to sleep if it's over 70. |
Re: Home and garden projects
One of these fitted in the glass?
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/british...728d0e8397.jpg You'll have to replace the glass when you leave but that's not a big deal. |
Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by Nutek
(Post 13346359)
Also, Duct Tape is a thing if it doesn't need to look pretty.
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Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by Finknottle
(Post 13346362)
One of these fitted in the glass?
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/british...728d0e8397.jpg You'll have to replace the glass when you leave but that's not a big deal.
Originally Posted by ddsrph
(Post 13346363)
I would use a painted 1/4 to 3/8 thick plywood board to fill the open space with hole cut for duct then close the remaining top and bottom openings with the netting and Velcro.
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Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by Lion in Winter
(Post 13346364)
Don't think I can, in part due to the small panes in the window and in part due to me not being that handy. Not sure what the landlord would think either.
Does it nee the plywood? Or could I just make a hole in the netting and use tape? I have zero tools and even less handyperson skill. |
Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by Lion in Winter
(Post 13346364)
Don't think I can, in part due to the small panes in the window and in part due to me not being that handy. Not sure what the landlord would think either.
Can't help with the landlord! |
Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by Nutek
(Post 13346365)
Ply gives it structure, but you could just open the window the minimum amount to allow the vent pipe out and tape up the gap. It isn't going to be that wide. 5 inches or so? a few layers of half-decent width duct tape would hold up ok. Bonus for adding something to the outside 'layer" to avoid insects / seagulls / burglars sticking to it.
I think we may be onto a winner here. Def need the netting, or all the moths come in at night and any passing mosquitos, and in the day we get these. https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/british...c7bed29449.jpg I like nature, but there's a time and a place... |
Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by Finknottle
(Post 13346366)
The one illustrated is 15 cm diameter
Can't help with the landlord! Thanks, but I think I'm going to have to go lower tech. |
Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by Lion in Winter
(Post 13346364)
Don't think I can, in part due to the small panes in the window and in part due to me not being that handy. Not sure what the landlord would think either.
Does it nee the plywood? Or could I just make a hole in the netting and use tape? I have zero tools and even less handyperson skill. |
Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by ddsrph
(Post 13346369)
Lowes sells 2 by 4 pieces of plywood and can cut for free. A hole could be cut by drilling many small holes around a marked circle or any plumbing company could drill a large proper size hole as they do this everyday for pipes.
I'll check it out, thanks. I've moved back to the UK so it won't be Lowes, but there must be some equivalent. |
Re: Home and garden projects
Originally Posted by ddsrph
(Post 13346369)
Lowes sells 2 by 4 pieces of plywood and can cut for free.
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