Installing roller gates yourself (instructions)

What are roller gates and why are they needed?

Before installing outdoor roller gates, you need to understand what they are. Garage doors of this type resemble a regular roller shutter, the leaf for which is made from an AG77 profile with a thickness of 14 and a width of 77 mm. These parameters allow you to close even very large openings without reducing the strength of the structure.

Advantages of a roller shutter entry group:

environmental friendliness, lack of toxicity of raw materials;
maximum preservation of usable space;
minimal space occupancy of a compact design;
durability of operation, due to the fact that the system is made of practical aluminum slats;
the material easily withstands corrosion, is not afraid of moisture, negative natural factors;
ease of maintenance of the entry system;
high level of resistance to wind force, due to the presence of an end grip;
complete opening of the opening, which allows you to easily drive inside in any car;
variety of shades;
the ability to create space for organizing a partial view of the surrounding space;
creating different levels of illumination, organizing ventilation: the ability to order a system with a different number of holes, which allows daylight and air flows to pass inside. Equipping the structure with polycarbonate, transparent inserts

How to install a curtain over a window

Before answering the question of how to install roller blinds on a window, you need to make sure that the size is chosen correctly and that the package contains all the necessary components. Print the packaging and check the availability with the list, which must be in the manufacturer’s instructions. Assemble the curtain by placing the inserts into the brackets and connecting them to the shaft.

Unwind and attach the curtain to the window, mark the places of intended fastening. The canvas should be wider than the glass. The overlaps are made the same in each direction. Decide on the location of the panel and the winding mechanism. Insert the winder on the side you chose. On the reverse side, insert a plug with a projection under the holder. Insert the holders into the brackets. A click will indicate that it has entered completely.

What are roller gates made of?

The device of roller shutter groups is a flexible fabric assembled from elements called lamellas. During control, it rises up, twisting into a roll placed in a box. The canvas moves along special guides that are fixed on both sides of the opening.

The panels are tightly made of aluminum lamellas that are attached to each other using special locking connections. Such an unusual structure, as well as a special operating principle, make it possible to classify such a system into a separate group of gate structures.

Types of lamellas:

Extruded: provide a high level of protection, covering the entrance to a private property or garage.
Roller rolling: equipped with a soft filler, used in workshops and other industrial premises.
Ventilation: contain special holes that allow you to create an optimal level of air exchange. The models contain inserts made of polycarbonate raw materials, which allows daylight to enter inside. If there are such openings, there is no need to open the structure to observe what is happening outside.
With foam filler: suitable for equipping massive gates, here the profile contains a solid type auxiliary material. These models are a little similar to extruded ones, but they are lighter in weight. However, their level of protection against hacking is slightly lower than that of their analogue.

Purpose of products

Roller shutters are an improved version of conventional shutters. The roller shutter system includes a metal sheet that runs along the side guides when opening and closing. When fully opened, these products are rolled into a box mounted above the window opening. The functions performed by modern roller shutter systems are as follows:

Protection against unauthorized entry and vandalism. Modern models have been improved. Their designs are monolithic, which allows you to reliably protect property. To crack such structures, you will have to use metal-cutting tools. Their use is impossible without noise. Additional security for your home can be provided by installing an alarm system.
Improved sound insulation characteristics. This feature is relevant for houses that are located near the roadway. When closed, roller shutters reduce noise levels by up to 15 decibels.
Control illumination of the territory. Roller shutters allow you to partially open the area, adjusting the optimal amount of light. Models have been developed in which the degree of illumination is adjusted by directing the lamellas on the canvas.
Improved thermal insulation. A roller shutter system with lamellas, equipped with insulation, reduces heat loss during the cold season by 20%.
Giving the facade decorative properties. Roller shutter sheets are available in a wide range of colors. To order, you can make lamellas with images of trees and flowers, and other designs that harmonize with the exterior of the home .

Requirements for preparing the opening for the gate

Installation of roller gates requires preliminary determination of the type of fastening, whether it will be built-in or overhead. A correctly made decision allows you to determine the need for specific preparatory work, as well as take into account the requirements that apply to a specific type of opening.

Opening requirements:

the presence of a level area;
no cracks or protrusions in the frame;
horizontal level error up to 5 mm;
provide space under the ceiling. If there are pipelines, communications, electrical wiring, it should be removed to another place.

It is not always possible to meet all these requirements; this does not mean that the planned installation should be abandoned. Safety nets can save the situation by installing pads. To increase the quality of functioning of such a structure, it is necessary to ensure that the opening is prepared in advance according to the specified parameters.

Prices - roller shutters on the doors are a standard solution.

profile type PD/45N
Brown color
control - engine
cost - 15500
Order.

profile type PD/45N
Brown color
control - spring
cost - 6500
Order.

profile type PD/45N
Brown color
control - cardan
cost - 8500
Order.

Roller gate opening dimensions

Do-it-yourself installation of roller gates necessarily requires preliminary measurements.

Such work is carried out in several stages (for the overhead type of fastening):

Measure the width and height at three points. The largest indicators are taken as a basis.
Clarify the parameters of the side walls, this is necessary in order to determine the possibility of attaching the guides.
Measure the distance above the box.

Built-in installation requires a different sizing process. Here, among the three parameters, the smallest values are preferred, otherwise the lamella fabric simply will not fit.

Protective roller shutters on the door - composition, installation diagram, technical description of components.

The name roller shutters comes from the word - rollets (from the English roll - wheel). The name of the word contains the main idea of the mechanism of operation of a metal structure - twisting the sheet into a roll. Such a mechanism is compact and does not take up much space, is aesthetically pleasing, and does not spoil the facade or window opening of a house or cottage.

Main components:

A box with a shaft inside it.
The shaft is made of galvanized steel.
The box and side guides are made of aluminum alloys.
Protective cloth. (Protective cloth can be made of either aluminum alloys or steel.)
Side guides.

Equipment

The standard set consists of the following elements:

direction rail;
slats;
fastenings;
plugs;
hardware;
a protective box where the lamella fabric will go.

All these elements are necessary for high-quality assembly of the system. The box will protect the blade and drive from external influences, the rails will allow the lamellas to move in the desired direction. All auxiliary components ensure reliable fastening.

The design diagram of such a system includes:

box where the shaft is located;
direction slats;
materials to provide thermal insulation and absorb extraneous sounds;
locking device;
a lock that performs the function of locking a closing structure;
a steel shaft that winds the roller shutters;
a protective rail that prevents rapid wear of equipment and prevents the system from jamming;
electric motor;
switch for closing mechanism;
roller shutter fabric.

Roller blinds for windows

The product performs the function of curtains and is a necessary and necessary attribute. There are a wide variety of models of roller blinds, you can choose them for any interior of the room - both residential and office. The mechanism is so simple that even a child can handle it.

The curtain fabric is treated with a special compound, thanks to which direct sunlight does not enter the room. This composition makes it possible to use the canvas for many years.

It is best to buy this accessory in a store , where experts will help you choose not only the curtain material, but also a reliable fastening system. If you fail to take the correct measurement yourself, the company’s representatives will do it correctly so as not to have to redo it in the future.

What are the types of control systems?

Features of installing roller gates with your own hands require choosing one of the types of system control. It can be manual or automated. The latter option rotates on its own, and the first – with the help of electric current. Here it is possible to equip the device with an “automatic unlocking” function. It will be needed when there is a power outage.

The structure can be controlled in the following ways:

Wall switch.
Remote control.
Connecting intelligent system devices (light, temperature, time sensors).

Selection of fasteners

Before installing roller shutters, you need to select the correct fastenings. What to pay attention to:

If elements made of monolithic brick, natural stone or concrete are installed in the window opening, it is better to use plastic dowels with a nail screw as fasteners. You can also use screws. As an alternative, expansion steel anchors are used. Fastening is carried out at a depth of 3 cm, at least.
When installing on a window opening made of material containing voids, steel expansion anchors should be used. The depth of the bookmark is 6.5 cm.
Self-tapping screws are recommended for metal structures as fasteners.
If you have to deal with a wooden rule, through screws or tie rods will come to the rescue.
Nail screws or plastic dowels are used for system controls.

Features of installation of structures

After the design of the gate group has been studied, you can begin the installation procedure. Any man with minimal construction skills can cope with all the work.

First you need to check the readiness of the opening to be equipped with such a device. Specific requirements have been listed above. When planning to install an electric drive, you must first take care of the wiring.

The guides are set like this:

mark future grooves for fastenings;
make grooves with a drill in the wall;
make holes from the face, plugs will be attached there.

The box is prepared for installation in this way:

unscrew the fasteners;
remove the cover on the front surface;
mark and drill holes for installing clamps.

Step-by-step execution of work:

Insert the rollers into the grooves located on the sides.
Assemble the frame together.
Attach the box with rollers.
Place the device on the passage and check the position using a level.
Drill slots for dowels for fixation.
Place the frame in the opening.
Open the canvas.
Insert the crossbars inside the plate located on top.
Fasten the axles with the installed holes for the rings.
Put the rings together.
Attach screws to the shaft.
Secure the canvas with adjusters.
Adjust the position of the product from above, skipping one lamella.
Connect electricity.
Replace the front of the box.
Cover the mounting points with plugs.
Remove the covering from the canvas.
Check the system operation.

Roller shutters on the balcony, in the pantry

Roller shutters are also popular instead of a closet door or for installation on a balcony. In the second case, structures made of aluminum are more often used, since this material is not afraid of temperature changes and is corrosion-resistant.

On the glazed loggia, using roller shutters, you can additionally equip a closet for storing unused items. In the corner of the balcony you can make several shelves and cover them with roller shutters.

There are original design projects with the installation of a box in the center of the opening, which is subsequently completely covered with roller shutters. At the same time, an open shelf-table is installed, which has a hidden niche at the bottom in which you can store seams, household equipment or tools.

Roller shutter structures built into the opening can be equipped with two opening/closing systems: mechanical with a spring-inertia mechanism or automatic (the shutters open and close when a special button is pressed).

Types of installation of roller gates

Installation of a sectional group from the outside is carried out with the obligatory installation of a protective housing, into which the panel goes when the device is opened. For internal installation work, use the console method. The gates are not equipped with a frame, which ensures tightness and quiet movement of the structure. The reduced load on the hangers allows you to increase the service life of the system elements.

The protective box can be mounted on top or in the opening. The first option is called an invoice; it does not block the opening, leaving it free.

The second type is called built-in; it has no protrusions. The canvas forms a single space with the side walls, therefore it is absolutely invisible from afar. Despite the fact that this placement blocks part of the passage, it is very reliable.

The combined type of installation work involves equipment directly above the opening of the niche where the protective box will be installed. This method leaves the passage open, without the need to hang protruding elements from the outside. Correctly selected gate color allows you to achieve complete fusion with the color of the facade when they remain closed.

Advantages of internal roller shutters

Built-in roller shutters are the best alternative to grilles, curtains and other protective and shading systems. They have significant advantages:

increased level of security - being a single structure with a window or doorway, such roller shutters reliably protect against unwanted penetration: they cannot be bent, and in order to break open, you need to destroy the entire opening;
aesthetic appearance - only the roller shutter canvas is visible when it is lowered; the harmony is not disturbed by the bulky frame and guides;
reliable protection from the sun and unwanted views from the street;
compactness, compatibility with any design of windows and doors;
simple control - mechanical or automatic.

By planning the installation of internal roller shutters at the stage of building a house, you will save yourself from the problems of finding, repairing, and replacing a protective system for windows and doors. Built-in roller shutters serve for a long time and without problems, do not require complex or expensive maintenance. Installation into a door or window opening protects roller shutters from deformation and wear.

Roller gate kit

Every man can install roller gates with his own hands. Before starting actual work, you should clarify the configuration of such systems.

Roller shutters are made from plates (plastic, metal) with a width of up to 14 cm. They are called lamellas; they are connected using hinges, which allows them to form a single sheet that is flexible. When opened, it rolls up and hides inside the box, which is attached to the top of the opening. The material is held there until the structure goes down.

Important! Roller shutter structures are assembled only by production; it is impossible to manufacture them independently.

The standard equipment of such gates includes:

box for protecting the canvas;
crossbar;
direction roller;
lids covering the sides of the box;
roller shutter profile;
side lock;
guide bar;
end profile;
shaft.

Roller shutter colors

We offer color solutions according to the RAL palette for roller shutters, including several wood-look color options.

As long-time partners of manufacturers, we offer, in addition to the standard white color of roller shutters, FREE painting in 5 colors for Alutech roller shutters.

The guide rails and protective box can also be painted in any color. Combined options are possible when the roller shutter canvas, frame and tires are made in different colors. You can additionally apply any design, ornament, logo, etc. to the roller shutters.

List of installation tools

Installation of roller gates requires preliminary preparation of some necessary tools:

construction level;
tape measure;
screwdrivers of different types;
drill with drills 4, 6, 11 mm;
aluminum rivets;
self-tapping screws;
dowels;
ten-millimeter anchors;
hammer drill

Preparatory stage

First you need to take some measurements. First of all, using a tape measure, measure the diagonals of the opening. The difference between them should not exceed 5 mm. If it is larger, then this should be corrected with finishing. Even if you don’t know how to make roller shutters with your own hands, you don’t need any special knowledge. It is enough to carry out all work carefully and follow the instructions.

Now you will need a construction slope and level. They check the horizontality of the wall above the opening and the verticality of the side walls. In case of unevenness, they should also be removed. You can use plaster or install special overlays. The latter will cost more, and may also slightly spoil the appearance of the structure. To reliably install roller shutters with your own hands, you need to check the quality of the slopes. They must be intact, without cracks or chips. Only in this case will the structure last a long time. If there are any defects, they should be eliminated before work begins.

Installation of roller gates

Before starting work, you should lay out all the components on a free plane. This way, it will be more convenient to concentrate and understand the features of fastening each element.

The opening is prepared in advance:

clean the peeling cladding;
eliminate cracks;
Level the surface with putty.

Important! Only absolutely smooth walls will allow the sides of the structure to completely fit. Once this condition is met, you can begin installing the frame.

Fastening the guides

Installation of roller gates, the width of which is more than one and a half meters, is carried out with an assistant, because it will be very inconvenient to handle it yourself.

First, attach the profiles located on the side:

drill holes with a diameter of 4 mm in the guides, keeping a distance between each of them of about 50 cm;
make a groove inside the room for attaching the spring holding the control mechanism;
assemble the box by connecting its body with the side covers using aluminum rivets;
insert a spring on the right side of the shaft;
attach the shaft to the box located on the ceiling;
mark the fasteners by attaching the frame to the surface;
make holes, fix guides;
thread the cord inside the spring;
tighten the frame tightly with self-tapping screws or anchors;
Close the mounting holes with the plugs included in the package.

Important! There can be a distance of up to 50 cm between the fastening grooves of the guide profiles. The lower and upper holes are located at a distance of up to 15 cm from the edge. If the specified parameters are not met, there is a possibility of a decrease in the strength of the frame attachment, which will cause rapid breakdown of the mechanism.

Types of profiles and colors, protective coating for roller shutters

Roller shutters are covered with a special 3-layer coating that reliably protects against corrosion

Standard colors, you can choose the color according to your wishes.

How does the atmosphere affect roller shutters?

We install plastic or wooden windows using double-glazed windows and get a window with a heat transfer coefficient of 0.55-0.63. This means that if the temperature outside is, for example, -26°C, then the temperature on the glass surface facing the inside of the room is it will be approximately +10-12°C. If you install protective roller shutters with thermal insulation, the temperature of the same glass surface can be raised by approximately 20%, i.e. it is already 15-17°C.

To produce profiles, the following technique is used: production by roller rolling, which consists of taking a soft steel or aluminum sheet and using rollers to roll it into a profile.

During the rolling process, polyurethane foam is injected into it, made by extrusion, which consists of filling the extruder with an aluminum-silicon alloy and melting it. Then this melt is squeezed out through a die using a screw and the corresponding profile is obtained.

Internal roller shutters for windows have a number of advantages - they are less susceptible to external influences. Indoor installation provides additional protection against penetration through the opening. You ask how? It turns out that it is not possible to open the frame from the outside, since the structure installed in the window is in the way. But everything is not so perfect, there is a drawback - the double-glazed window from the outside can be broken by vandals or hooligans, but it will still be problematic to enter the room. It is possible to install a security sensor on the design of the canvas, which allows you to inform you or the security about the penetration - we put reed switches on the openings.

Trying to shatter

So, attackers can dismantle burglar-resistant window shutters, but when opened they will create too much unnecessary noise, which means that this method threatens criminals with being caught red-handed. In this case, maybe it’s worth trying to simply break the canvas with an ordinary brick or cobblestone? But no - high-quality roller shutters are filled with polyurethane foam that does not contain freon.

It is this filler that very effectively protects products from such hacking methods as an attempt to break roller shutters

In principle, they reliably protect the windows of an apartment or country cottage from banal vandalism, when a crazy person, driven by incomprehensible ideas, decides to simply throw a heavy stone at the window. In addition, the polyurethane foam filling perfectly absorbs noise from the street. It is also worth noting its fairly low coefficient of thermal conductivity, which allows roller shutters to additionally keep the home warm in winter and cool in summer.

The connection of the lamellas and their polyurethane filling will force intruders to waste time on breaking in - and this is what they don’t like the most!

Care instructions

Caring for protective and decorative roller shutters is not at all difficult. If necessary, metal products can be cleaned of dirt with a soap solution. Aluminum blinds can be wiped with a damp cloth. Fabric ones are removed from dust using a vacuum cleaner.

When using external systems for a long time, sometimes it becomes necessary to tint the slats; in such cases, cans of metal paint help to cope with the task. In winter, the locks must be lubricated with machine oil.

Classification of roller shutters

Modern manufacturers offer a wide range of products that can satisfy any consumer wish.

According to the classification of roller shutters, they are divided into:

material of manufacture;
purpose;
control method;
installation option;
type of construction.

Initially, window shutters were made only of wood and served to regulate the access of air and light.

With the advent of new technologies, other materials began to be used:

plastic;
steel;
aluminum;
fabric;
perforated.

There are protective and decorative purposes. Reinforced armored systems are installed in banks and warehouses.

According to the control method they are divided into:

manual;
mechanical;
with electric drive;
remote.

Installation options depend on the design features of the models and the material of manufacture.

Decorative

Decorative samples serve as window decorations instead of curtains or are combined with curtains. Particularly relevant in rooms located on the south side. Indispensable in educational institutions and kindergartens. In the daytime, putting children to sleep can be very problematic, but once the roller shutters are lowered, the necessary darkness will be created in the sleeping area.

This type is made from:

plastic;
fabrics;
aluminum

Plastic and aluminum lamellas are folded at the top into a cassette box (closed type), fabric (open type) are screwed onto a roller. A variety of colors allows you to choose models that match any design solution. The fabric from which the canvases are formed is divided according to light transmission. These models can be controlled using a cord and a cane handle or with an electric drive.

With open design

Roller blinds with an open design (MINI) are the easiest to manufacture and operate. They are always located indoors. Perform aesthetic and protective functions. During the day, when deployed, they regulate the flow of sunlight, and in the evening they provide a certain atmosphere of privacy and tranquility.

They are a textile fabric wound on a roller; a wooden or plastic strip is sewn underneath as a weighting agent. The lift cord hangs on the side.

The main advantage is its low weight, so it can be attached to:

sash window;
wall;
ceiling.

Now the market has begun to offer models that are hung on the doors with hooks. There is no need to drill extra holes in the profile, you can quickly move it to another room - all these points influenced the increase in sales. For roof windows, the canvases are supplemented with side guides.

Closed

Closed (UNI) cassette-type structures are distinguished by the fact that when open, the shaft and lamellas are completely hidden from view by the box. The curtain or canvas fits tightly to the glass, closing the opening as much as possible. Sliding is carried out along guides to which a weighting agent is attached. Adjustable using a cord, rotary cane or electric drive.

The box body performs a decorative function and is made of:

plastic;
wood;
metal

Mini-blinds (isolight and isotra) with slats 16 mm wide are also equipped with a cassette frame.

Varieties according to the level of light protection

What level of light protection to choose will depend on the type of room and the functional purpose of the curtains. Therefore, the textile industry offers fabrics with different levels of light transmission.

Varieties according to light transmission:

Transparent - perform a diffusion function. Evenly distributes sunlight throughout the entire room. Usually they act as a decorative element of a window opening.
Dim-out - combines two missions: transparency and dimming. Very often installed in winter gardens and greenhouses to protect flowers and plants from sunburn.
Black-out - used when 100% blackout is needed. They are used in cinema halls, bedrooms and diagnostic centers.
Day-night are fabric or perforated curtains consisting of strips of different light transmittance. One strip is transparent, the second is black-out. By adjusting their position, you can provide or limit the access of light.

Perforated canvases are mainly installed on plastic windows of shops, offices and country houses. In residential apartments they cover unglazed openings of loggias and balconies on the lower floors.

Types by type of control

The type of control for decorative roller shutters will depend on the functional purpose and weight of the product. If a mini roller blind is installed, then there is no need to install an expensive electric drive.

The following types of adjustment are available:

plastic chain cord or cable;
spring holder;
electric motor.

Chain mechanisms are the simplest and inexpensive. By pulling the cord, you can easily roll the fabric. The spring holder is used to secure the weight strip in a certain position between the window glazing beads. With the help of a relaxed spring, the curtain rises up by inertia.

Heavy models are raised and lowered using an asynchronous motor. The motor is turned on and off using a stationary switch or remote control.

The most popular mechanical protection products on the market

Window bars and their types

This is the most standard and commonly used method of protecting windows from intrusion. Protective structures can be mounted both from the inside and from the outside.

Grilles can be chosen in such a way that they become an important element of the exterior and give the house its originality. With their help, you can easily emphasize your status and demonstrate good taste.

Window bars can be either welded or forged. Welded structures are made by cold welding. This method is much less expensive. This, of course, affects the price.

When making forged gratings, a radically different technique is used. The work is carried out with hot metal. With the help of mechanical influences it is given the shape necessary for further work. The result of this impact is the extreme strength of such window protection against penetration.

An important advantage of forged gratings is the ability to give them almost any shape. You can order an authentic design, and your wishes will be fulfilled by the master with the greatest possible precision.

In addition to the manufacturing method, gratings can also be classified into removable and stationary. The first ones are attached to the wall with bolts. If necessary, you can remove them without any difficulty. Such protection of windows from penetration is used as temporary.

To permanently protect windows from penetration, grilles with a permanent fastening system are needed. They are mounted to the window opening. After which it will be very difficult to dismantle them. This is only possible with the help of special equipment.

Few people know, but window grilles can be installed both inside and outside. Each of these intrusion protection methods has its own pros and cons. When installation occurs from the inside, the structure is mounted between the frames. Simple installation from the inside is also possible.

External grilles are traditionally installed on the street side and form part of the exterior. Intrusion protection bars for windows can also be classified according to the type of opening:

The first type of opening is a frame with several doors. They move to the sides when a person makes a certain effort. Hinged grilles, as the name suggests, simply open.

The monolithic structure has no moving elements. On the one hand, this can be considered a disadvantage, but it is worth recognizing that this type of product is the most durable. They simply cannot be hacked, since there are no locks at all.

Grilles provide excellent mechanical protection against penetration of windows. In a modern exterior, they perform two functions: protective and decorative. It is not surprising that according to this principle they can also be divided into two types.

At the same time, the protective version has a larger rod width and less sophistication. Decorative grilles are, first of all, an elegant element of the interior and only then protection of windows from penetration.

Naturally, the price of products that provide excellent protection against penetration of windows and at the same time decorate the house is much higher

Therefore, if you want to choose a budget option, you will have to focus the designers’ attention on one thing. This will allow you to save a lot of money

Roller shutters and roller shutters

These products provide excellent intrusion protection for windows. To better understand this system, imagine ordinary blinds that are installed outside.

Roller shutters, which are used to protect windows from penetration, can be either plastic or metal. The main advantage of both systems is that, if necessary, you can easily remove the protective elements. At the same time, when closed, they not only prevent thieves from getting inside, but also do not allow them to see the situation in the house.