In our test it has the draft excluder from LYVANAS an good Leave an impression. There are two draft excluders in a set, whereby the consumer can choose between black and white color variants. Basically, the article has the dimensions 88 x 10,5 x 3 cm, whereby the length can be cut or shortened to fit the door. Besides that fits the product to standardized doors with a width of 4 cm. It should be particularly emphasized that each draft excluder consists of a high-quality and washable reference exists. However, the consumer must insert four foam rollers within this cover prior to use. The draft excluder ensures that both sides no more air can flow under the door and the draft is stopped. However, the product makes grinding noises when in use.
Benefits
✅ high quality materials
✅ stops drafts
✅ Perfect fit for standardized door widths
✅ Can be cut to size
✅ Cover is washable
✅ Two year satisfaction guarantee
Disadvantages
❌ does not work on door sill
❌ Grinding noises
❌ Foam rollers must be used by the consumer himself
The test
General Information
We got the article in the practical test examined and tested in detail. Below we go into more detail about the features and impressions. The product, from the packaging to the materials and quality to the range of functions and handling our test procedure subjected.
To give you a quick overview, we work with a points system. The maximum possible number of points per area is 100 points. The final overall grade is calculated from the average of all tested characteristics, taking into account the respective weightings. For a detailed insight into our comprehensive Evaluation process, which forms the basis of all our product reviews, please click here.
The first impression
The packaging and markings
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at the packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, of course, adequate protection of the product must also be ensured.
| Criterion | Remark | Points scored* |
|---|---|---|
| product protection | Plastic bag | 85 points |
| sustainability packaging | Plastic wrap with tape on corners and around foam rollers | 45 points |
| Product markings | Warning to minimize choking hazard but no air holes in the plastic packaging. Label with material composition and care instructions | 80 points |
| Other | Packaging box was slightly damaged | 83 points |
| Total | 73 points |
*The maximum number of points is 100 points
After a very short delivery time, the draft excluder was delivered in a slightly damaged box. Inside this carton, the product was packed in a plastic bag, with the corners of the plastic bag additionally sealed with adhesive tape. Also on this bag is a sticker with a warning attached to minimize a potential choking hazard. However, there are no necessary holes in the plastic packaging, which should also reduce the risk of suffocation. In addition, the cover of the draft excluder has a removable sign with the material composition and the right one care instructions. The corresponding foam rolls were wrapped with adhesive tape. In summary, the product well protected, but the use of adhesive tape is superfluous, as this neither contributes to product protection nor is it sustainable.
After unpacking
The package contents and instructions
ℹ️ The first impression after unpacking sticks in most people's minds. Are the package contents complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product directly?
| Criterion | Remark | Points scored* |
|---|---|---|
| Package Contents & Scope | Two covers, eight foam rollers | 97 points |
| Instructions | Clearly written, five different languages | 98 points |
| Contact information | Can be found on the instructions and on the label on the product | 95 points |
| Other | Thank you on the instructions and on the label | 99 points |
| Total | 97 points |
*The maximum number of points is 100 points
Two covers and eight foam rollers are supplied in one pack. The product also comes with instructions for use in five different languages and a detachable label with care instructions. Manufacturer's contact information can be found in both the instructions for use and the label mentioned earlier. In addition, the manufacturer has several messages of gratitude to the consumer integrated into the product presentation. In summary, one notices that this is an extraordinary thoughtful and customer friendly product trades.
In hand for the first time
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the product processing. How high-quality are the materials used? Are the haptics & optics satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Points scored* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual Appearance | Cover looks high quality | 96 points |
| application | Seams are clean | 96 points |
| stability | very stable | 94 points |
| sustainability of the product | durable | 94 points |
| Other | Foam rollers are not too soft, cover is slightly elastic | 95 points |
| Total | 95 points |
*The maximum number of points is 100 points
When you take a closer look at the draft excluder, you notice that its cover is very high-quality and enormously good is processed. This can be seen, among other things, from the clean Seams and the thick and elastic material of the cover. The cover can also convince with its very soft material made of rubber and polyester, which is pleasant to the touch. Also, the included foam rollers robust and not too soft, which is why these do not wear out too quickly. All in all, the product is exceptional stable, so it can be expected that it can be used for a long period of time.
That was the result of our practical test
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore the most weight. Here the product has to undergo a wide variety of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Points scored* |
|---|---|---|
| stops draft and saves energy | prevents air passage | 95 points |
| prevents noise, odors and vermin | No noise reduction found in our test, produces grinding noises | 76 points |
| cuttable and double-sided | can be easily trimmed | 94 points |
| precisely to standardized width | fits doors with a width of 4 cm, not suitable for thresholds | 89 points |
| stays in place when opening and closing | Foam rollers sometimes slip out of the cover easily | 80 points |
| Total | 87 points |
*The maximum number of points is 100 points
After we took a closer look at the draft excluder, it was subjected to a practical test. Before we could begin our test, the foam rollers were inserted into the cover and suitable tailored to the size of the door. Then you could use the draft excluder dead easy slide under the door. During use, the product scored particularly well in terms of its ability to stop the draft below the door. However, we could not determine a noise reduction or the prevention of odors in our test. It is also noticeable that the draft excluder makes grinding noises and the foam rollers easily slip out of the cover after prolonged use. Unfortunately, the product is not suitable for light door thresholds, as the product cannot overcome them.
Price-performance ratio
and consumer reviews
ℹ️ Finally, let's talk about how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality?
| Criterion | Remark | Points scored* |
|---|---|---|
| Price-performance ratio | great | 92 points |
| Total | 92 points |
*The maximum number of points is 100 points
For equivalent products, prices are quoted on the Internet from up to 90,00 € required. Very inexpensive products are already available from 9,99 €. The Draft excluder from LYVANAS is currently at a price of 15,98 € thus in lower price segment. For the quality and scope of services you get, that is Price ratio very good.
Advertising
Gesamtergebnis
| weighting | Points scored* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Packaging & Labels | 15% | 73 points |
| 2. Package Contents & Instructions | 15% | 97 points |
| 3. Product Processing & Appearance | 20% | 95 points |
| 4. In the practical test | 30% | 87 points |
| 5. Value for money | 20% | 92 points |
| Total | 89 points |
The draft excluder of the brand LYVANAS therefore receives one from us Overall score of 1,6 and has thus been successfully certified for our test seal. The test was Test period 09/22 carried out and entered into our database under the license number 220824004 guided. You can find more information about our testing procedure at www.prüfengel.de/test procedure.
Test result:
1,6
