Draugt proofing Sash Windows

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Hello, does anyone know what is good to use on sash windows? Its frezzing near my windows and the weathers not even that cold yet! i have looked on internet and i dont have money to call in someone to pull out window just looking for a cheap/ reasonable alternative. My DIY knowledge not very good, if someone can give me a name / seal/ strip to get from DIY store would be great preferable not foam strip as i used these last year and all look manky now and fallen apart. MAny Many thanks
 
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sash windows slide, so you need the strips that have a furry, velvety or brush-like surface. It is called "pile" strip and allows the windows to slide over each other while preventing draughts..

major hardware stores will have it.

sash windows are not very common, so small or cheap shops are unlikely to stock it.

if you use stick-on stuff, clean and degrease the surfaces before applying it. All types stick far better to new paint than to old.
 
Need - the only draught-proof sash window (original wooden box sash & not a nasty new placka thing) is one that's sealed with years of layer upon layer of paint. I've lived in old houses all my life, all with original box sashes, and I've tried every method available (short of routing grooves on the meeting surfaces and installing brush strips); nothing works 'cos there'll always be the odd gap left. The only cost-effective way to draught proof them is to use tape as a temporary measure over Winter then peel it off in Spring. Nasty looking I know, but it'll keep Jack out. Years ago there used to be a product that was like a low-tack clear mastic (a bit like that snotty stuff they stick credit cards to letters with)that was designed for this purpose - in the Spring you simply pulled the 'sausage' off in one long length - I don't know if it's still available but it was OK. Secondary double-glazing (yuk!) may be an answer. I just use thick curtains these days, effective and they look good.
 
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