How to seal my window?

Submitted by Asimovs_ghosts_cat t3_z90fmp in DIY

I have recently moved into a new apartment and I have noticed as we're coming into the winter months that my bedroom window doesn't seal properly when closed.

We have a window that opens horizontally, and the bottom part of the rubber insulator lining (don't know how better to phrase it) that is supposed to seal the window, overlaps the one on the side of the window.

This means that when the window is closed, no seal is made, and air still gets in.

Any advice on how to fix this is greatly appreciated.

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headyrooms t1_iyeaeb0 wrote

3m and other companies make a window insulation kit. It's basically like a clear shrink wrap that will seal then window for winter to get rid of the drafts.

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DotAccomplished5484 t1_iyeash7 wrote

That is what I was going to suggest. I've used them and was quite pleased with the results.

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winter_rainbow t1_iyearow wrote

Sounds like a job for maintenance. You can go buy a Window Insulation Kit at most box stores. It’s just clears plastic that you tape to the window trim and “tighten” up the plastic with a hair dryer.

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