How much will it cost insulation balconies with their hands - an approximate estimate and tips

Self finishing the balcony will cost much cheaper - it is clear to everyone.Of course, hired the wizard will do everything much faster (as far as quality - is another matter), and they provide a wide range of services to the customer's choice.This external and internal insulation, installation of "warm" floor and whatnot.On the one hand - it is convenient, but whether it was appropriate from an economic point of view?

Even without the "finish" finishes, taking into account the preparatory activities for the work less than 350 rubles / m² they do not take.And it provided, if used the cheapest materials and simple technology - in one layer.If the work is carried out "turnkey», is for 1 m² - at least 2 100 rubles ( «with all its").Again, according to an embodiment of "economy class", which means that "business" is an inexpensive (and short-lived) products.And how much will it cost independent insulation balcony?With this, and worth investigating, and at the same time and find out how and what can be additional savings.

It is understood that the features of each terrace - the location (it may be a separate or adjacent to a neighboring), the degree of wear and so on.Various materials can be used as a heater and a "finish" coat also.Therefore, it makes sense to consider only the main stages of work and determine what exactly you will need and the approximate prices for some products.And from these data it is not difficult to make an estimate on warming the balcony of his expenses.

To have a better idea of ​​what will have to spend money, as an example we give one option of warming.

seen from the figure, than have to deal with, but not all of the layers shown in it need to be laid (this is just a rough outline).

What affects the cost of

• location of the house and the "wind rose".If you keep cool in the room, the insulation layer 1 is unlikely to solve the problem.
• climatic characteristics of the region (extreme freezing temperatures).
• Do top and bottom balcony, and if so, in what condition are they in?For example, if the neighbor on the floor above a glazed, but still quality insulate floors on it, then it makes no sense to engage in "capital" of the ceiling trim.The same applies to the floor if the bottom of the home has bothered integrated thermal protection in their homes.
• Prices for insulation, cladding and supplies.

Stages of

Glazing

clear that no meaning without this insulation surfaces.The cheapest option - installation of the frame made of aluminum racks (so-called "cold" heat insulation).But this economy is unlikely to enjoy the balcony all year round, although it is possible to meet about 2 300 - 2 500 rubles / sqm.Installation of "warm" window is much more expensive - from 4 000 rubles / sqm.The best is glazed with PVC profiles with 1 double-glazed window.The average price of 1 m² - 3 100 rubles.As a rule, fully glazed balcony cost 15 000 - 18 000.

This is the only part of the work on their own it is better not to do, and to conclude a contract with the relevant company.About how to choose a quality window profile, click here.

Substrate preparation

This stage has its own specifics, as if the wall is covered with mineral wool, then align it especially not worth it.But under the foam - it is necessary.But in any case it is necessary to perform two types of work (after cleaning surfaces) to close up all cracks, joints, cracks (if necessary - to make the mortar) and produce impregnation antiseptic.

• bag (50 kg) of cement - 165 rubles (just M100 - 150).
• Caulking - about 210 rubles (20 kg package).
• Foam assembly - from 110 rubles / tank.
• Antiseptic - from 65 rubles / liter.

Crate

She definitely need (no matter what kind of insulation will be used) to "finish" finishes.Place on a balcony bearing skeleton of wooden slats impractical - the wood will rot quickly.Metal profiles are much easier to install and to operate.

• Rake 3 meters costs about 85 rubles (28 x 50 mm).
• Screws - 100 pieces of about 30 - 35.
• Plugs - from 2.5 rubles / piece.(6 x30).

• Insulation foam - from 220 rubles / sqm.
• mineral wool - from 250 rubles / sqm.
• Dowel-nail - 3 rubles / piece.
• Glutinous mixture to foam - from 350 rubles / pack (25 kg, approximately 5 m²).

Facing

• PVC panels - from 680 rubles / sqm.
• Molded - from 1 000 rubles / sqm.
• Tile - from 300 rubles / sqm.

Additional costs

It all depends on how well (and technologically correctly) decided to make thermal insulation.In any case, do without sealing substrate.If reducing heat is used mineral wool, and the need to steam.

• film p / e - from 11 rubles / sqm.
• waterproofing brand "Izospan" - from 780 rubles (roll of 36 m², 2 mm).
• Vapor - an average of 245 rubles / sqm.

What to consider when selecting materials

• What additional load will be on the floor slab?
• How useful decrease terrace area?This refers to the thickness of the mount "pie".
• compatible materials.For example, not every glue used for fixing the foam slabs as well as for outdoor applications.

The article details the basic activities that require certain financial investments.According to the given data reader is easy to determine in what amount will cost about warming your balcony.

When the budget option, given that everything is done with his own hands, it is possible to meet the 2 200 - 2 800 rubles.