benben5555 Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 We are having timber windows fitted and the manufacturer has warned about damage from excessive moisture from screending and plastering. Has anyone else had this issue, and what did you do? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Jimbo Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Are you windows pre finished. Bare. Or supplied in primer. If you have been warned about moisture intake you need to be concerned. Can you paint them first, and then a light sand, and final coats when installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conor Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Leave the windows open all of the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benben5555 Posted August 24, 2023 Author Share Posted August 24, 2023 The windows are fully finished on delivery. Problem with leaving the windows open is that the screed manufacturer says that there shouldn't be any drafts or dehumidifiers used for the first 72 hours to allow it to cure correctly. Similarly with plastering, could leaving the windows open cause the plaster to crack by drying too quickly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nod Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 1 hour ago, benben5555 said: The windows are fully finished on delivery. Problem with leaving the windows open is that the screed manufacturer says that there shouldn't be any drafts or dehumidifiers used for the first 72 hours to allow it to cure correctly. Similarly with plastering, could leaving the windows open cause the plaster to crack by drying too quickly? Leaving the windows open won’t bother the plaster or screed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelvin Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Cemfloor recommend windows stay closed for first 24 hours and then open them all afterwards. There will be a lot of moisture. Most people on here will have fitted timber windows with a screed floor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craig Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 That's the factory/supplier watching their backsides, whether factory treated or not, it is a concern for swelling to occur and operational issues occurring. Which they will not take responsibility for, is it a major issue? No, but it can happen hence the warning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saveasteading Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 7 hours ago, nod said: Leaving the windows open won’t bother the plaster or screed A draught will speed the drying process. Slower drying minimises shrinkage cracking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nod Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 3 hours ago, saveasteading said: A draught will speed the drying process. Slower drying minimises shrinkage cracking. Not really If it’s going to crack Closed windows won’t make any difference and plaster is better with the windows open Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saveasteading Posted August 24, 2023 Share Posted August 24, 2023 1 hour ago, nod said: Not really If it’s going to crack Closed windows won’t make any difference Can you explain please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now