- Will these fit my window?
- They are sized for windows 36 inches wide or smaller. Measure the open gap beside your AC unit, not just the window frame, and trim the foam to that width.
- How do I install them?
- Cut each foam piece to the gap size, then wedge it between the window frame and the AC unit so the vinyl faces the room. No screws or brackets are needed.
- Do they work in winter as well as summer?
- They are made for indoor use around a window AC. In winter, remove the unit or keep the panels in place to reduce drafts, but they are not a weatherproof exterior seal.
- Can I paint or cover the white vinyl?
- The vinyl surface is smooth and not made for paint. If the white bothers you, cover it with a curtain or trim, since paint will likely flake off the flexible surface.
- How do they compare with hard plastic side panels?
- Foam panels insulate and damp sound better than thin plastic, and they trim to odd gaps. Hard kits hold their shape and seal more rigidly, but they fit fewer window sizes.
- Are they reusable if I move the AC unit?
- Yes, if you remove them carefully. The foam can tear or compress, so cut fresh pieces if the gap size changes at a new window.
- Where is the Breeze Stop AC Insulation Side Panels cheapest?
- At The Home Depot, for $17.98, 58% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Breeze Stop AC Insulation Side Panels?
- 7 stores we checked sell it, including BreezeStop, Home Depot, Lowe's, eBay, Walmart.