Pile weather stripping is an old-school way to keep the elements out of your home. It’s usually used on windows, but also functions great with sweeping and sliding applications. I’ve seen this type of weather stripping on storm door and windows more than other uses since it has some give for when the wind is beating against the window to help keep it from shattering.
It’s usually made from a bristle type material, or sometimes wool, that will stop wind and water with its small bristles and still give the window a little wiggle room.
With rubber window stripping becoming so popular, it’s more difficult to find pile weather stripping. If you live in a large city you’ll probably be able to find it at your home improvement warehouse. If you can’t find it there a few online retailers still carry it.
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