You know how sometimes a chill wind will sneak through an open window or door in your house? If this occurs then there is a hole of some kind where air can escape or enter. This will cause your house to be cold in the winter and hot in summer. Aside from just making you miserable, it also means that your heating and cooling systems have to work harder than they should be — resulting in higher energy bills. But don’t worry! Easy fix – foam seal tape! Preferably it will have been installed with no gaps, but if not this special tape can close those gaps and keep out that unwelcome air. Wrapping your house in a warm blanket to keep it nice and cozy!
You can also use the foam seal tape to insulate other parts of your house, like in the attic or basement! This allows not only air, but dusts and pollens, even small insects to come into these areas. Foam seal tape, allows you to simply fill in gaps on windows, doors, vents etc. It not only helps maintain the comfort of your house but also improve indoor air quality inside for you and your family. If there are no drafts in your eco-friendly home, you can relax and enjoy a peaceful place protected from sounds coming from the noisy outside.
Foam seal tape installation is simple, and you do not need any special tools or skills. You need to begin by cleaning the area where you are going to stick the tape. This helps the tape adhear better. All you have to do is cut the tape however long or short you want it and peel off that paper. When you are taping part two of the stencil, place your tape on top and then apply pressure so it sticks to the first bit. It is actually that easy- you can lone-wolf it all of the way! It is that easy and a 3rd grader could do it effortlessly.
Air leaks in your home can actually increase your energy bills unnecessarily. One result of this is that when the hot or cold air from your house slips out, it means you will use more energy to maintain the right temperature in order. This means that you are using more energy, and this is why your utility bills cost a lot of money. Luckily, if you use foam seal tape those energy costs can remain nice and low. When your home has fewer gaps and cracks where air can escape, it helps keep the heating-ing & cooling system from working so hard to push the conditioned-air throughout your abode- saving you money on bills over time.
The foam seal tape is made of polyurethane, which makes it a robust and elastic material. This material is also excellent and has resistance to water, heat, or any other type of chemical because it will not break the chain and wear down easily over time. Plus to this tapering, so that almost the surface can be sealed and adjust on its own. In case you need to take it off, the tape is easy to remove without harming whatever finish was beneath. Foam seal tape is also available in a range of colors and sizes, so not only will it be unobtrusive but you can find one that fits perfectly for your window.