Wood Replacement Window
There are a variety of products to choose from when you are selecting a wood replacement window and many can be installed by you. By installing a wood replacement window yourself with a wood replacement window kit the architectural design and integrity will not be compromised.
Replacement kits are offered by many of the major wood window outlets and the kits are custom made for each of your window openings. If your measurements are accurate and your openings are square, many of these products can be installed n less than an hour.
In most cases these wood replacement window kits offer the same options as you would find in a new window. You have your choice of glass options, different species of wood, authentic divided lites, bare or primed wood, and aluminum clad. One can also order different options for top and bottom sashes. For example, many older homes often had a two pane divided lite window for the top sash and a clear window for the lower sash and this means one can duplicate their existing sashes in almost every instance.
Installation of the wood replacement window kits is really very simple. Most of the work can be done right inside your home. The wood replacement window home project should not be very difficult for anyone to accomplish since if one has successfully replaced broken sash cords All that is required is to remove the sash stop moldings that hold the bottom sash in its track. Then remove the sashes, parting strip, cut the sash cords and remove the metal pulleys.
The kits usually include metal clips which hold the new side jambs in place. The vinyl jambs are used to replace the old sash cords and metal weights. These are exactly the same products used when buying any new window. The jambs will insure a snug fit to get rid of any drafts you have been feeling. Once the clips are set in place just snap in the new jamb liners and install the new windows. Additionally, wood window replacement kits often require a small piece of weather-stripping to be used near the top sash to successfully complete the job.
If you want to really make this project creative finish the windows by painting or staining before the wood replacement window is installed. Remember to keep the old sashes as many salvage companies will be happy to buy them from you. The salvage companies frequently sell the sashes to people who need them or who need old glass for historical restoration jobs.
