Roller shutters these days can easily be called the most stylish and relevant solution in the field of ensuring reliable security of any real estate, city apartments and country houses.
In this article we will take a closer look at the main purpose of roller shutters, instructions for installation work and expert advice, who can also help you complete everything quickly and efficiently.
Purpose of roller shutters
Roller shutters - This is an optimized modern version of conventional shutters, which is a metal sheet that slides along guides to open or close.
Their main purpose is worth noting:
- Protection against vandalism and robbery – to break them you will need special tools for cutting metal, which create a lot of noise. To ensure greater security, they can also be equipped with an alarm.
- Improving the sound insulation of housing – when closed, they are able to reduce the noise level by about 12-15 dB, depending on the model, which is very important for buildings located next to the roadway or railway passage.
- Regulating the level of illumination in the room – roller shutters can be opened fully or partially.
- Additional thermal insulation – roller shutter systems with lamellas, which are filled with insulation from the inside, which reduces heat loss by approximately 20%.
- Decorating the facade of a building – you can find a lot of models produced in a wide variety of colors and design variations. By individual order, lamellas with images of trees, flowers, ornaments and other elements that will perfectly complement the exterior of the building can be produced.
Tips for assembling roller shutters
The functionality and design of the structure also determines the type of installation work.
At the same time, it is important to approach this process responsibly and strictly follow the established requirements and quality standards:
- the box is installed strictly horizontally, and in relation to the guides - at a right angle;
- Roller shutters or frames should not be allowed to bend along the wall topographyTherefore, the working area is first leveled and carefully prepared for future installation work.
To ensure that roller shutters are always in good working order, it is important to keep all structural elements clean and regularly serviced.
How to install roller shutters
The installation process can be carried out in various ways. The easiest thing to note is external installation. There is no need to prepare a special niche.
The box is mounted above the window opening, and the roller shutters are mounted on the side of it.This type of installation is used if windows are already installed. The box protrudes slightly beyond the plane of the building wall.
With the built-in installation type, all elements are attached to internal slopes. It is chosen for large-sized windows, and the light opening is slightly blocked. This method is the most practical and resistant to hacking.
The combined type of installation requires the construction of a special recess above the window opening. It is the most labor-intensive and expensive, so it is used quite rarely.
What fasteners can be used?
- plastic dowels – suitable if the wall of the building is made of monolith or concrete;
- steel expansion anchors – used when installing roller shutters in a window opening made of material with numerous internal voids;
- self-tapping screws – used for fastening to metal structures;
- tie rods or screws – used for attachment to wooden structures.
All controls are attached with special plastic dowels.
Step-by-step instructions for installing roller shutters
Preparation for installation
It is important to check the window opening first, since the difference in size between the diagonals and other inaccuracies will contribute to the loss of tightness of the joints.
Accordingly, safety, sound insulation and other indicators are reduced. The surface to which the box will be attached must be perfectly flat without defects or unevenness.
Box assembly and installation
Below we will consider in more detail the process of installing roller shutters using the overhead method.
First of all, the roller shutters are prepared: they are laid out on a flat surface, after which holes are drilled in them for subsequent attachment to the surface.
After this, the box is prepared. A lid is attached to it, after which 2 holes are drilled on both sides. Upon completion of installation work, special rivets are installed. A hole should also be drilled to accommodate the drive. After this, the roller shutters are connected to the frame.
To carry out the markings, the frame is applied to the window opening, all dimensions and diagonals of the structure are carefully rechecked. The maximum possible deviation is 2 mm.
After the markings have been applied, all elements are removed and holes are drilled.
When attaching the frame to the wall, it is important to remove the protective film and fix the structure in accordance with technical recommendations and quality parameters.
Installation of the canvas
Rings are installed on the shaft at a distance specified in accordance with the technical specifications.
Crossbars are fixed at the ends of the profile, after which the canvas is wrapped and inserted into the roller shutters. Traction springs are fixed into the shaft holes. After this, the assembled box is closed. Installed plugs must be treated with sealant.
Electric drive connection
The final stage is connecting the automation. In this case, it is important to strictly follow a number of rules:
- electrical circuits are located in special distribution boxes;
- for connection it is worth selecting a wire with a cross-section of 0.75 mm2;
- For each type of electric motor, it is worth selecting a separate cable.
By following all the above tips and recommendations from specialists, you will be able to carry out competent installation of roller shutters yourself with minimal difficulty and time expenditure.
If you do not have sufficient experience, you should seek professional help from craftsmen who will quickly and competently perform the entire range of work in this area.
1
