draught-proofing front door

[Hawley]

Hello all

Any tips for draught-proofing an old Victorian front door? I've tried the self-adhesive foam stuff which has made things slightly better and am considering getting a length of copper strip. Has anyone used this? Any other advice gratefully received! Am not in a financial position to replace the door itself...

[mancity68]

We use masking tape round all the door frame and over key holes, as well as a draught excluder brush strip at the bottom, and a stuffed draught excluder once we're in. Masking tape is good cos it doesn't ruin the paint but it stuffs up the gaps brilliantly!

[lizbells6]

We have a thick door curtain which we draw shut in the evenings. It's on a track fixed to the top of the door, and the pleating covers the gap at the top of the door and it's a bit wider than the actual door so it covers the side gaps too. It's wedged in place at the bottom with a draught excluder when everyone is in. You can lose a lot of heat through the glass and letterbox.

[Kimondies]

Hi Hawley

I best ways to draught proof a Victoria door are,

Draught excluder strip around the door frame

Draught excluder strip at the bottom of the door on the inside

Draught excluder for the letter box

Key hole cover.

Approx cost of material from a diy store should be ?50

This should be place on exteriors doors

I hope this solve your draught problem

David

[Hawley]

Thanks everyone - some good suggestions here

[malumbu]

You need a superior self adhesive DP eg a V profile

http://www.stormguard.co.uk/products/ADS/m/VSEAL.htm

Normal ones from DIY shops are poo.

Trust me!