Although this kind of weatherstripping seems like a simple installation, it does require patience. Most manufacturers package spring-metal weather stripping in rolls, and they include the brads necessary for installation. Spring-metal strips (V-shape or single) are available in bronze, copper, stainless-steel, and aluminum finishes. Avoid getting paint on the material because paint causes the foam to lose its resiliency. Though not permanent, this type of weather stripping can last from one to three years. As an added advantage, these strips also provide a cushioning effect that silences slamming. When compressed by a door or window, the foam seals out the air.
Available in both rubber and plastic, adhesive-backed foam comes in rolls of varying lengths and thicknesses. Pressure-sensitive adhesive-backed foam is the easiest weather stripping to apply, and it is quite inexpensive.
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