Hide

Platbands are necessary not only for decorating a window, giving the facade a designer look that allows you to bring any ideas to life, but also provide decorative protection for seams from freezing and negative impact natural phenomena. Metal trims are high quality, reliable material, capable of well protecting window seams, making them airtight and decorating the window itself.

Platband as decoration

Many have seen ancient wooden buildings decorated with carved platbands on the outside. Such decorations are made by hand and can have quite complex drawing, transforming boring house into a work of art. A piece of a fairy tale can be created using and metal trims on the windows. Any patterns can also be carved on them, but, unlike wood, metal is a more reliable and practical material that can withstand any load.

If wooden crafts They do not tolerate moisture well, require constant care and are not very durable, then metal analogues are free of these disadvantages. It is enough to use stainless metal or paint the product regularly. Metal window frames can completely replace wooden elements. You can cut out the desired pattern yourself using flat metal sheets, and, unlike working with wood, you do not need to have carving skills or special tools.

WITH metal sheets it is much easier to work: they will not require drying, special conditions for this, you will not need to use varnish, which fades in the sun, which is why you have to constantly renew it. After installation, metal platbands will not require additional maintenance and will fit perfectly into the design of the facade. Installation of metal slopes will also not cause any difficulties.

Features of rough material

The thickness of a suitable iron sheet is between 0.40 and 0.70 mm. Such sheets are produced at factories in rolls up to 50 meters long. The width of the product is 1.25 m; the sheets do not always need to be painted, since you can buy an already painted product of the color and shade you need. To ensure that the material does not receive damage during transportation, it is protected from scratches with a special film, which can be removed if necessary. The metal is quite strong and flexible, so it does not cause difficulties when working with it.

What if the wall is brick or block?

Slopes are not always mounted on wooden building– sometimes owners want to make it more decorative brick house. You can also use metal slopes for this. The construction of metal slopes in this case is no different, but the use of nails will have to be abandoned.

Before installation, you will need to drill holes for dowels in the walls. It is advisable to use materials at least 6 cm long, otherwise there will be a risk of the structure falling out of the wall. After the holes are ready, you need to insert plastic blanks into them. Holes for screws are also pre-drilled in the mounted slopes: make sure that all holes strictly coincide.

After everything is ready, the structure is put in place and screwed. Working with cracks occurs in a similar way. Can be used silicone sealant: colorless will be most convenient, since you won’t have to select its shade, but if both the wall and slopes are white, you can use white. Polyurethane foam use is not recommended. It cannot withstand moisture, requires protection from weather conditions and has an unattractive appearance.

You can easily make decorative and functional trims for metal windows yourself. You don't need expensive tools or carpentry skills to do this.

Which of us, seeing before us beautiful, old, log houses, decorated with intricate carvings of openwork platbands, with rich kokoshniks carved like a royal crown on the roofs, did not admire fabulous beauty, which has come down to us from time immemorial. But seeing such beauty and admiring it is one thing. But turning your home into a fairy-tale palace is not an easy task.

And the point is not even that someone lacks the skills of an artist or lacks imagination in constructing twisted patterns, the problem is the fragility of external wooden elements and designs. Unfortunately, the wooden frames and carving elements retain their original properties. this type for many years, only in indoor, dry rooms. In an external humid environment, wood quickly warps, cracks and chips, especially in places with fine carvings. External environment, the sun and rain quickly destroy paint coatings, forcing you to spend extra money on paint and repaint everything every two or three years.

Despite some difficulties that may seem at first glance, you should not give up the desire to turn your drab house into a little mansion. Abundance of materials in construction stores allows you to replace wood with a more durable material. In this master class you will learn how to make carved window frames with your own hands by replacing wood with flat iron.

Flat iron, or flat sheet, as it is correctly called according to the factory classification, is thin tin (0.40-0.70 mm thick), which comes from the factory in rolls of 20, 30 and 50 meters. The standard factory width of sheets in rolls is 1 meter 25 centimeters. Flat iron is painted different colors, from white to dark chocolate. All iron sheets are covered with a protective film to protect them from scratches during transportation.

Materials and tools

To make carved window frames we will need:

• a flat sheet of tin iron with a standard width of 1 meter 25 centimeters;
• a roll of wallpaper for making templates for the platband design;
• paper clips for fixing templates during translation of drawings and for subsequent fixing of finished parts to each other;
• connecting brackets size 3-4 millimeters;
• a simple pencil;
• eraser;
• ruler;
• an 8 mm drill bit for drilling holes for a jigsaw in the places where the parts of the top cover plate are to be cut;
• a small drill of 3-4 millimeters for drilling holes in places where parts are riveted;
• electric jigsaw;
• metal saw with fine teeth;
• fine and medium sandpaper for grinding burrs on the back of parts;
• manual riveting machine and rubber hammer for straightening workpieces.

The process of making carved platbands

When starting to manufacture window casings, it is necessary to make and install slopes on the windows in advance. One option is white iron slopes.

After we manufacture and install the slopes, we remove Exact size from the window, taking into account the edges of the slopes protruding onto the walls. When the size is taken, we calculate the width and length of the platbands. Standard width 30-35 centimeters, the length of the window plus the width of the casing.

Having taken all the measurements, we make templates for the platbands from any smooth roll of wallpaper. Having chosen a sample drawing, we prepare two templates. One long side and one short for the bottom and top of the window. Fold the cut strip of paper in half and draw a sketch so that the center of the pattern is at the fold. When the design is cut out, its second half will automatically be ready, so you will get the correct, even template.

Let's prepare workplace, for this we place two tables of the same height, next to each other in length, leaving a gap of 7-8 cm between the tables, this is a place to work electric jigsaw. Platbands are made of two colors of metal (the simplest option). The top overlay color will be white, and patterns are cut out on it. The second color of your choice is the background lining under the top carved sheet.

We take a sheet of flat iron and cut strips for the trim of the required width.

We turn the blanks of the upper overlay part of the platband face down, and on reverse side Having secured the template with paper clips, we translate the openwork pattern of the platband.

When the drawing is ready, take an electric drill, insert an 8 mm drill and drill through holes along the edges of the drawing for a jigsaw file and begin cutting out the casing.

We cut out the frames for the iron windows.

We place the strip of iron on the table so that the part to be cut out is in the center of the table, and begin to cut out the design along the contour.
Cutting out top part, we proceed to the manufacture of the lower, background part of the casing. To do this, we also cut the sheet of iron into strips of the size we need, taking into account the edging. The width of this sheet should be 4-5 centimeters wider.

Turning the sheet over front side up. We place the finished top blank of the casing on it face down. We trace the outer edge along the edge of the design 4-5 cm wide and begin cutting.

Having prepared both pieces, remove them from protective film and put them on top of each other.

We fix them with paper clips and make 1-2 holes with a 3-4 millimeter drill. Making it riveted manual machine control coupling so that the parts do not come apart. After that, we drill and rivet the entire structure. The window casing is ready.

Installation of carved window frames

After the platbands are made, we begin their installation on the wall; here you will need a ladder or stepladder.
When installing platbands on a wooden wall you will need:

• hammer;
• small nails 5-6 centimeters;
• mounting syringe;
• mounting liquid silicone (white as the color of the casing or colorless) for filling cracks;
• a small art brush, and paint matching the color of the trim to putty the nail heads.

When installing platbands on stone walls, we will need:

• electric drill;
• drill with a diameter of 3-4 millimeters with a Pobedit tip;
• plugs for screws (if there are no plugs, you can fit and hammer homemade wooden plugs into the hole in the wall);
• syringe and mounting liquid silicone;
• a small artistic brush and paint matching the color of the casing to putty the screw heads.

Platbands are adjusted close to the edges of the protruding window slopes and are attached to the wall.

Then all cracks and uneven places are coated with mounting silicone. And the heads of nails or screws are painted with a thin brush with paint according to the color of the platband. The work is ready, the carved frames are installed on the windows.

The platbands on the windows perform not only an aesthetic function, they protect the house from dust and serve as insulation, so their installation is recommended in wooden house. We will tell you how you can make cashers and carvings with your own hands.

A little bit of history

Protective symbols were used on the platbands

So, the decoration of the platbands is amazing. They depicted symbols that had hardwired properties. Our ancestors gave them great value. But, unfortunately, for a long time the art of creating platbands was forgotten. AND a large number of useful information lost. Today, many craftsmen are restoring this craft with great difficulty.

Manufacturing technologies

As mentioned above, the Russians attached great importance magical properties wood Moreover, these properties were different for different breeds trees. Even the place and conditions in which the tree grew were taken into account.

Traditional old way

Therefore, in the old days there were a great many signs. If, for example, a tree grew at a crossroads, then the objects made from it will not be useful.

From the patterns of the ornament one can determine which province a particular master came from. At the same time, the principles of working with wood were different everywhere. Types of wood, too, for example, blind, sculpted, applied, slotted.

Traditional wood carving methods

Over time, a mixture of styles occurred. This gave the buildings a special originality and uniqueness. Many examples of ancient carpentry can be found in museums, and in some places buildings have been preserved that have delighted with the beauty of their frames for many centuries.

Modern methods

Today, modern craftsmen work not only with wood, but also with synthetic materials. For example, PVC, metal, plywood.

You can't argue with that. Modern technology capable of performing miracles. Many companies offer the most various options platbands from a variety of materials.

You can buy budget or expensive ones. This is a matter of taste and financial capabilities.

But not everyone is happy with this option. Therefore, there are companies working on individual project, with every customer. At the same time, you will be offered a lot of catalogs and sketches so that you can choose a platband to your taste, color and with the pattern you like.

When ordering, the size of the window and the color of the facade of the house will be taken into account, and after that you will only have to admire the beautiful frame of your window.

But the fact is that no machine will transfer heat to its product human soul. And many people have now begun to understand this. Therefore, those who appreciate real carpentry art are happy to turn to carpentry workshops. Of course, the cost of a carpenter's work is quite expensive. Prices for these types of services start from 5,000 rubles, but it's worth it.

Types of thread

Carved platbands - a rich decoration of windows

Since ancient times, four main types of carvings on platbands have come down to us.

1. Flat grooved thread. When performing this type of carving, lines are cut along the contour of the pattern. As a rule, such carvings are combined with other types, the ornament is diluted with wedge-shaped cuts. There are two options for this type:
   • Geometric. As the name implies, its elements have a characteristic geometric shape. It is performed as follows: with a knife - a jamb at a certain angle to the surface with pressure - an incision is made. The cut is made on the other side. Despite its apparent simplicity, and despite the fact that only a couple of tools are needed to perform such work, it is not possible to acquire such a skill right away. This will take two months. Moreover, such work is very responsible, it is very difficult to correct mistakes. Contour. To perform this type, the contour is drawn with a notch line. The thickness of the groove may vary depending on the ornament. In order to make this type of carving, you will need the following set of tools: chisels, cutters, the main requirement for them is that sharpening must be done strictly at different angles.
   • Flat relief carving. This is somewhat more complex look threads. The edges of the design are specially processed, giving the ornament a relief appearance. In this case, the depth of the pattern becomes the same as the depth of the background. The main elements are plant motifs and animals. This ornament is considered one of the most complex. He demands more various instruments. Let's look at three varieties of this type of carving:
     • With cluttered contours. When performing this type of work, the contours of the pattern are rounded. A weaker collapse occurs on the side of the groove, while it is stronger on the background side.
     • With pillow background. When performing this technique, the edge of the recess, which is closest to the pattern, is made round, and the background is chosen to be sloping. The bulge becomes pillow-like, hence the name. You can slightly lower the level of the surface being treated.
     • With a selected background. The main secret of this technique is a completely selected background, on equal depth near the pattern. The master strives to create the impression that all the details of the pattern are pasted on.
2. Slotted carving. A very delicate look is created on the surface of the wood. This is achieved by almost completely removing the background. This platband resembles a beautiful light napkin. The workpiece is attached to a wooden or fabric base. In this case, contrasting colors are selected. This type of pattern is considered overhead. We can say that this type of carving is the most difficult, and only a professional can do it. Saw threads can have a very rich range of themes. These can be either simple geometric shapes or elements depicting people or animals.

For this type of technique, you will need a brace for slots, a mini hacksaw, and a jigsaw. A drill with a feather attachment may come in handy. The finishing of the slots must be very fine, so it is done only by hand. To do this, use chisels, cutters, and jambs.

The combination of different types of carving allows you to create a real work of art. Due to the high level of skill required, it is rarely tried on in practice. Although individual elements can be used to decorate facades.

Photo gallery: window trim - do-it-yourself templates (stencils)

How to make wooden carved window frames with your own hands

In order to learn how to make platbands, you will have to study for a long time. If you have at least basic skills with a hacksaw and drill, then you may have a chance to get the job done.

You can make platbands yourself

It may not be possible to make a platband with slotted thread right away, but a simpler one is possible.

Necessary materials

To make the platband you need wood. Choose one that is famous for its for a long time services. However, it should not be too hard. Tree species such as oak or beech are unlikely to be useful. You will have to prepare a small supply and be patient, as the work will be long and painstaking.

The best material for a beginning carpenter would be birch or pine. Why are they good? The wood itself is, of course, a bit harsh, but the cuts are beautiful and neat. If you plan to add overlay elements to your pattern, then apple or bird cherry will work well for this.

After you have finished your work, you should impregnate the platband with a special composition. To do this, you can purchase varnishes or impregnations. Stain will help highlight the beauty of wood texture. If you make small mistakes, it’s not scary that they can be disguised with paint, white or sky blue. Common, usually white or sky blue.

Tools

It depends on what type of carving you are going to do. Depending on the complexity of the pattern, you will need either only the essentials or a full set of tools.

Choose the degree of difficulty based on your existing skills and experience in similar work. For example, in order to make the simplest openwork ornament, you do not need the skills of a professional carpenter. And if you use your imagination, you can turn any minor flaws into an element of the pattern.

If you do not have experience, do not choose patterns that have many small elements and a lot of details. The idea of ​​the drawing should be clear to the viewer, but a complex pattern will take you a lot of time, and you just need angelic patience.

One of the right tools for making platbands - drill

Main stage

To work, you will need a drill, drill bits, preferably several sizes, a jigsaw, manual or electric, sandpaper, drying oil and wood.

1. On initial stage you need to clean the surface with sandpaper, preferably until it is completely smooth. Now the blanks for the side connection are made. There are two ways to do this. If the end part is cut at an angle of 45º, then this is called “tenon and groove” or “half-wood”.
2. If you do not have much experience, then start with a pattern with large elements. You can apply the outline directly to the tree.
3. If it is difficult for you to draw an ornament, prepare a stencil with which you can transfer the elements of the ornament to the work board.

Video: making a simple carved wooden cash register

Work with your soul, the tree is alive, and if it feels your love, then the work will turn out amazing. And if you like this kind of work, then you will be able to perform real miracles of carpentry. The experience gained is always valuable.

Who knows, maybe our wise ancestors were right when they protected their homes by installing carved frames on the windows.

Decorating windows with platbands is an ancient practice. Wood carving - at one time, was one of the most popular professions, and now has moved into the category of applied art.

Our ancestors believed that evil spirits could enter the house through window and doorways. Therefore, the platband served not only decorative element, but also a talisman, and each applied ornament and pattern on the carved frame carried a specific message. Moreover, each region had its own traditions.

The meaning of carved elements on platbands is interesting

• Wings emphasize strength.
• The bird is an element that unites all times.
• The sun represents life and energy (usually located on the kokoshnik).
• The snake symbolizes wisdom and fertility.
• The cross demonstrates the owners’ desire for harmony between the material and spiritual.
• Vegetation shows a sense of unity with nature.
• Earrings testify to the hospitality of the owners of the house.

Wooden frames are rarely found in cities with multi-storey buildings. But in private construction today they are again in demand, making modern houses more stylish and unique. They emphasize the desire of many to revive traditions in decoration.

Today window casings They perform a completely different function and are made not only from wood. Platbands made of metal, plastic (PVC), plywood, laminated MDF are common. As for the latter, frames made of MDF or plywood are not intended for external framing of windows, only for interior design door and window openings.

It should be noted that the correct name for the external decorative frame of windows is cashing. The platband is installed indoors.

Functional purpose of window frames

Advantages

• decorating window openings. For example, a platband can visually lengthen a low house, or expand a narrow one;

• the opportunity to express your individuality or give your home the style of a certain era or region;

• emphasize the style of the house and allow you to combine all the buildings on the site into a single architectural ensemble;

• protecting the gaps between the window and the wall from dust and moisture;

• reduction of heat loss at the junction of the window frame and the wall;

• reducing the level of external noise;

• sometimes they are the only ones possible option registration For example, window trims wooden house or log house, can only be made of wood. Otherwise, all the flavor of such a structure will be lost.

Flaws

Wooden, especially carved platband has a number of disadvantages, or rather features:

• dependence atmospheric influences. Frequent temperature changes, moisture, ultraviolet radiation, all these factors cause damage to the casing;

• dependence on quality processing. Right choice species, careful impregnation of wood, timely replacement of parts, and painting, all this can extend the service life of the product. Otherwise, the wooden frame will soon become unusable;

• difficulty in combining with modern plastic windows. Wooden frames are not always suitable for plastic windows.

Quite often there are plastic windows framed with wooden frames, as shown in the photo above. A somewhat unfortunate and controversial decision. In such cases, you either need to install wooden double glazed windows(or windows laminated to resemble wood), or paint the trim white.

A more harmonious finish is in the photo below.

Types and types of window platbands

The production of window casings depends on the type and method of installation of the casing.

There are simple window trims - flat and standard. More beautiful ones are made using special equipment. The most beautiful trims on the windows - these are, of course, carved.

The manufacturing method and cost of the platband are influenced by the method of their installation:

• telescopic. Changes in framing to a greater extent doorways. Special L-shaped protrusions of such a casing fit into the grooves of the box. This connection is more complex, but beautiful;

• invoices. Attached to window frame using nails or special glue.

It is worth noting that platbands come in a wide variety and are often complemented by shutters.

How to make window trim - choosing material

1. Wood species

To make the casing, it is better to use wood such as beech, oak, birch, linden, alder, pine, walnut or even fruit trees.

The choice of breed will be influenced by the intended method of making the casing.

• Hardwood frames (beech, oak, ash) are very reliable, but this material is very hard. It takes a lot of effort and time to carve a pattern on them.

• Platbands made of soft-leaved species (linden, alder, aspen). Soft material wood, it is a pleasure to work with it. But if not handled correctly, they absorb moisture and quickly become unusable.

• The best option is deciduous wood (birch) or coniferous species(pine). Hard enough to be used outdoors, they allow you to make clean cuts.

• Cherry or apple tree is used to make small decorations that are superimposed on the main pattern.

2. Patterns for window trim - drawings and templates

If it is expected decorative decoration carving, you need to decide on the pattern. Depending on your skills, you can choose a light or very complex ornament for the platbands. Below are some drawings of carved window frames. Templates can be copied in whole or in part, bringing something of your own into the pattern.

Sketches with interesting ornaments and patterns are placed on a separate page, by going to which you can
.
It also describes how to make stencils for making templates with your own hands.

It is desirable that all windows be decorated with the same frames with the same carvings. Therefore, when choosing a pattern, keep in mind that it will need to be repeated several times. It shouldn't be too pretentious. Especially if you are a beginner. It's better if your pattern contains round holes(they are easy to drill) and large elements. It is worth noting that small elements are not only difficult to manufacture, but also deteriorate faster than others. Therefore, they will require periodic replacement.

Another important point- this is the mandatory presence of a slope at the top of the casing. Otherwise, snow will accumulate on the surface of the tree, which will inevitably lead to its destruction. A slope of a few degrees is easy to do; it will drain water downwards.

3. Tool

• hacksaw;
• knives;
• chisels of several types (clukars, corners, flat, curved, semicircular, caesars);
• sanding paper;
• jigsaw;
• drill;
• milling machine (if available)

4. Patterns for platbands - stencils and sketches

To ensure that the pattern is the same on all windows, it is recommended to make a sketch or stencil.

You need to place the drawing on the workpiece correctly. The elements must be located along the grain of the wood. This will prevent the threads from cracking.

The areas of the pattern where you need to make cuts can be marked with color.

5. Making carved window frames

There are two ways to make wood carving:

• slotted wood carving. The pattern is cut through the entire frame and, like lace, beautifully and elegantly frames the window opening.

• applied wood carving. This method is much simpler in that a thinner workpiece is used, which is easier to work with. With the overlay method, individual thread elements are created, which are then put together on a solid board. In this way, you can refine simple window trims.

The beauty of openwork window trim lies in the use of contrast. More often there is a lighter carved element on a dark background.

Do-it-yourself wooden window frames - instructions

• measurements are taken from the window;

• All work is performed on dry lumber. The height and width of the board depends on your preferences, but the thickness should be at least 30 mm for slotted thread and at least 10 mm for the invoice;

• blanks are cut;

• from the inside of the clypeus, to a depth of 1-2 mm. wood is selected. Edges are left along the edges. This approach will ensure a tighter fit of the platband to the frame;

• The pattern applied according to the template is cut out. In this case, holes can be drilled with drills different diameters, and make the cuts with a jigsaw. The insertion point for the jigsaw is indicated by a drilled hole. This will make the cut more beautiful;

• slots and holes are processed with sanding paper. If there are blind holes in the pattern, then wood dust must be removed from them. This is done using a vacuum cleaner.

6. Fastening carved elements

Parts made with applied threads are attached to the wide base of the casing using nails. It is advisable that the nails be without heads. A more reliable connection can be ensured by applying glue to the pattern from the wrong side. Craftsmen advise not to use self-tapping screws for connections, so as not to damage the connection point.

7. Installation of platbands on windows

It is not enough to create a beautiful product. You also need to know how to install platbands on windows correctly.

Correct installation of platbands on windows is the key to their long-term operation and aesthetic appearance. The following methods can be used for fastening:

• dull thorn. Such spikes are installed in the platband, and holes for them are drilled in the frame. A little glue is applied to the tenon and inserted into the groove. This fastening is the most complex, but it protects the installation site from moisture and does not spoil the appearance of the product;

• through tenon. Simpler and less reliable way. This system of spikes provides fastening. But, the spike needs to be installed where it will be least noticeable and additionally protected from moisture.

The listed methods are used if platbands are installed on wooden windows.

If it is necessary to install platbands on plastic windows, special glue (liquid nails) is used. This method will ensure that the integrity of the frame is not compromised.

In order for the carved frame to please you for as long as possible, you need to take care of its processing. To do this, the wood is primed, varnished or painted.

Bottom line

The desire to follow the traditions of our ancestors is commendable. Renaissance carved art could not come at a better time in the conditions of modern urbanization. The special flavor of Russian carving will not lose its relevance. With some effort, you can make carved wooden frames with your own hands. Yes, the work is difficult and painstaking, but it is worth it. Plus, you can save a decent amount, because... if you order the production of a set of carved frames for one window in a workshop, it will cost 5-15 thousand rubles.

Carved wooden frames for windows - photos with examples

Carved wooden frames for windows - 2 Windows

Platbands are special strips for hiding assembly seams between window frame and a wall. In addition to their direct purpose, platbands can be used to decorate windows and the facade of a house. To choose the right platbands and produce them correct installation, check out our article.

The basic rule when choosing platbands is that their material matches the material of the window. If you have a wooden window, then the frame should be wooden; if it is plastic, then plastic. Although there are exceptions, in the form of a successful combination of platbands and windows made from different materials.

Wooden trims

Wooden trims are made from planks at least 30 centimeters thick. The width of wooden platbands can be different, depending on the profile pattern and design. The profile pattern of simple wooden platbands is made using milling machine.
Advantages: affordable price, easy installation.
Disadvantages: poor design, poor resistance to moisture and temperature changes, the need for regular painting or varnishing.
Release form: rounded or beveled planks with a convex pattern, or smooth, 1.5-2 meters long.
Application area: hiding installation seams on wooden windows. Additional protection seams from environmental factors.

Carved platbands

Carved wooden frames, manufactured manually or using a jigsaw. There are many options for the pattern of platbands: from simple ornaments to sacred symbols that protect the house from evil spirits. Self-production carving frames is a job that requires carpentry skills. If you want to make platbands with your own hands, but do not have experience, choose a pattern without complex elements.
Advantages: very beautiful appearance, the ability to improve the facade of the house without significant financial investments.
Disadvantages: high price, difficulty in manufacturing, fragility, need for regular painting.
Release form: depending on individual order or a design developed by the manufacturer.
Application area: decorating windows and the facade of the house, hiding installation seams.

Plastic trims

Plastic trim is the general name for planks made of plastic, polyvinyl chloride and foam. Plastic trims are often included with the installed plastic window. Due to the specific nature of the production of this type of platbands, they cannot be made at home. Plastic platbands can have a regular or carved pattern. The planks are installed using special fasteners, liquid nails, glue or double-sided tape.
Advantages: moisture resistance, long-term operation, easy installation.
Disadvantages: fragility of some products, small choice of design when simulating carved frames.
Release form: smooth, carved or with a profile pattern, 1.5-2.5 meters long.
Application area: hiding installation seams on plastic, sometimes wooden windows. Additional protection of assembly seams from environmental factors.

MDF platbands

Due to poor resistance to moisture, platbands made of fiberboard medium density is recommended for use only for interior window decoration. MDF planks are great for wooden windows, especially if they repeat the color and texture of wood. The platbands are fastened with nails, screws or glue.
Advantages: low price, good appearance.
Disadvantages: poor resistance to moisture, inability to use for exterior decoration.
Release form: smooth, rounded or with a profile pattern, 1-3 meters long.
Application area: interior decoration wooden or plastic windows.

Aluminum trims

Aluminum trims are mainly designed to hide assembly seams when installing windows and stained-glass windows made from the same material. By appearance and design, aluminum trims strongly resemble plastic strips. Aluminum trims are fastened using a special profile or latches.
Advantages: durability, long service life.
Disadvantages: poor combination with windows made of other materials.
Release form: aluminum strips with various types pattern except carved, 1.5-2.5 meters long.
Application area: external and internal finishing of windows and stained glass windows made of aluminum.

Making platbands with your own hands

You can make platbands yourself only from wood. To do this you will need a special tool and wooden planks.

Simple platbands

To make simple wooden frames you will need:

• Electric jigsaw.
• Planer (simple or electric).
• Sander.
• Milling cutter (manual or machine).
• Fine-grit sandpaper.
• Wooden planks with a section of 30x100 mm.

Manufacturing technology simple platbands:

1. Sand all sides of the wooden planks with a plane.
2. Install the profile pattern attachment on a manual or stationary machine.
3. Process the front side of the platband using a cutter.
4. Perform final sanding of the platbands with sandpaper or a sanding machine.

If you don’t have a milling machine, you can make trims with a smooth surface. To do this, use a plane to bevel the front side of the plank at an angle of 20-30 degrees and sand it with sandpaper.

Carved platbands

If you are planning to make wooden frames with a carved pattern, keep in mind that this is not a quick task and requires “iron” patience. To create carved frames, in addition to the basic tools, you will need a set of special chisels with different shapes blades and manual jigsaw. To make it easier to navigate large selection patterns, below are several templates for cutting:






You can make carved platbands in two ways - regular and overhead. IN the usual way, the pattern is cut directly onto the casing itself. In the overlay method, the pattern is made in the form of overlays, at least 10 millimeters thick, after which the overlay is attached to the main casing. For beginners, it is recommended to use the overlay method, since in case of an unsuccessful pattern, the overlay can be replaced with a new element.

The correct choice of wood type for the carved frame is very important. It is easier to carve softwood because it is soft. Platbands made of hard larch will last longer.

If you have not done wood carving, choose a very simple pattern for the first time and, as your skill increases, move on to more complex patterns.


Stages of manufacturing a carved platband using the overhead method:

1. Prepare the base for the platband; to do this, use a planer to process the 30-millimeter-thick planks.
2. Make overlay strips at least 10 centimeters thick.
3. Draw the elements of the future pattern on thick paper or cardboard.
4. Cut out the pattern elements with scissors.
5. Place the cut out stencil on the overlay and transfer the design onto it.
6. Using a drill and jigsaw, make notches according to the markings.
7. Finish the edges of the recesses with chisels, round the edges and complete the contours.
8. Grind the finished lining element.
9. Install the trim on the main trim, securing it with glue or nails.
10. Having collected all the overhead elements into one composition, proceed to installing the trim on the window.

Installation of platbands

Installation of wooden platbands

You can install wooden trim on the window using nails, screws or glue. The strips are attached to the sides and top of the frame. In some cases, the casing is also installed on the lower part of the window, if this is provided for by the design.
For beautiful joining of simple platbands, their edges are cut at an angle of 45 degrees. This can be done using a hacksaw and a miter box.
If the window is located deep in the opening, the platbands can be placed on the wall using extensions.

Attaching the platband to the wall depends on the material from which it is made. For wooden wall It will be enough to use nails or screws; for concrete or brick - dowel screws.

Installation of carved platbands mainly depends on their design and composition. The carved platbands are joined in such a way as not to disturb the overall pattern.

After installation, the platbands are treated with wood impregnation, then painted or varnished.

Installation of plastic and aluminum trims

Correct installation plastic and aluminum trims, requires the presence of a special installation profile that is attached to the frame. Platbands are installed in a groove located on the profile. In the absence of a profile, the platbands are installed on snap fastenings attached to the frame or wall. In rare cases, plastic trims can be secured with glue, but this type of fastening is unreliable.

Using telescopic platbands, fastening is carried out by inserting the edge of the strip into the groove, which is located on the frame.

Foam trims are attached only with glue.