risk unbalancing the mechanism.
To check that everything is properly adjusted, slide a sheet of paper between the door and the frame, then close the handle. When you pull gently, you should feel some resistance. If the paper comes out easily, tighten it a little more. If the handle won’t go down at all, you’ve tightened it slightly too much.
Do not confuse insulation with lack of ventilation
A well-insulated house is perfect for thermal comfort. But be careful: your home needs to breathe. The small ventilation grilles at the top of the window frames must remain open and clean.
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Even in the middle of January, ventilate for ten minutes a day. The huby cooking, showering, or simply breathing needs to escape. Without this habit, condensation will form on the windows and mold can appear in the corners. If your windows are “weeping” in
