How to Install Temporary Window Insulation

The joys of winter also come with the sorrows of high heating bills. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to improve your homes heating efficiency rating. Temporary exterior window insulation is a great way to reduce the amount of heat that is lost through your windows. Here is an easy step by step guide on how to install temporary window insulation.

Things You'll Need

• Plastic sheeting
• Staple gun
• Measuring tape
• Scissors
• Caulk cord

Instructions

1. Cut large sheets of plastic to fit each window opening. Plastic sheeting can be purchased at your local Ace Hardware or Home Depot. It comes in a roll in a variety of different thicknesses. Since we are using it for insulation purposes, the thicker the plastic the better.

2. Staple the plastic sheets over the outside of your windows leaving a 5 inch gap between the window. Staples should be placed about every 8 inches along the plastic. The plastic sheeting helps to form an insulated layer in the same effect as double pain gas filled windows do.

3. Run a single layer of caulk cord along the edge of the plastic sheeting to form an air tight seal. Caulk cord normally comes in a small roll and is flat in appearance.