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Draughty Windows

ocy · 2011-12-15 15:16:07

Finding that in two of our rooms that it is very draughty, not sure if its the seals or around the window frame if you know what I mean Is there any easy way of figuring this out. Window are only around 3 year old

15-12-2011 3:16pm

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ocy

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Finding that in two of our rooms that it is very draughty, not sure if its the seals or around the window frame if you know what I mean
Is there any easy way of figuring this out. Window are only around 3 year old

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#2 15-12-2011 4:15pm

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An ordinary candle is handy for finding draughts. Just take care round any curtains.

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#3 16-12-2011 2:19am

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Or light up an incense stick, the smoke will show exactly where the problems are.

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#4 16-12-2011 8:26am

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Or an ostrich feather or any supple fluffy feather like the stuff you get towards the base of a goose quill.

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#5 16-12-2011 8:16pm

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slowburner wrote: »

Or an ostrich feather or any supple fluffy feather like the stuff you get towards the base of a goose quill.

can i get these in the local shop or do i have to go to Africa to pick them lol

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#6 16-12-2011 8:48pm

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If you do actually want one, you can get them in any fishing tackle shop which stocks fly tying materials.
Or keep a canny eye out next time you visit the zoo.
:pac:

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