Enemy of Cold and Noise: Door Seals
Do you feel cold where you sit at home? Even though your door is closed, do footsteps in the corridor sound like they are inside the living room? Do not look for the blame immediately on the door body. The problem is most likely in that thin black strip between the door frame and the sash, that is, the part we call "gasket" or "seal". The insulation performance of a steel door depends 50% on the quality of the seal.
Why Shouldn't You Go Cheap?
Low-quality seals mixed with plastic are used in the market to reduce costs. As these seals are exposed to the heat of summer and the cold of winter, they lose their chemical structure and harden (ossify). Since the hardened seal loses its flexibility, it cannot fill the gaps when the door is closed. The result is heat loss, dust entry, and noise pollution. This prevents you from making energy savings and inflates your bills.
EPDM Rubber Technology
We use "EPDM Rubber" seals in our doors, which are also used in the automotive sector. The biggest feature of EPDM is that it has memory. Even if it stays compressed for years, it returns to its old form when the door is opened. It is not affected by temperature changes, does not harden or crack.
Do not underestimate the door seal; this small part is an essential element for the comfort of your home. If your door seals have hardened, you can easily change them yourself and change the atmosphere of your home instantly. Do not let cold air penetrate your home.
