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- Place the window sash on a table after removing it from the frame. Now, remove whatever glass is still hanging to the sash. And most importantly
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- Remove the putty (a glazing compound) sticking on to the glass perimeter. Old glazing compound may be hardened and difficult to remove, or so brittle it practically falls off. Use a glazier’s tool, an old chisel or flathead screwdriver, or a putty knife to pry and scrape out the compound. Pull out any glazing points (small metal fasteners that hold the glass in place) with long-nose pliers
- Use linseed oil on the wooden frame while removing the old compound. This seal prevents too-dry wood from absorbing all the glazing compound’s oils.
- Now it is time prepare the new glass that replace the broken glass. Lay a metal straightedge
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- For a weatherproof and watertight seal on the exterior, apply a thin bead of caulk on the frame perimeter as a setting bed before installing the glass. Alternatively, use a thin coat of glazing compound and press it into place with a putty knife
- Place at least two metal caps on the glass with the points facing the frame along each side
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- Use a glazier’s tool or stiff putty knife to press the compound firmly into place against the glass and the wood frame. Angle and cock the tool as needed so the beveled compound fills the gap but projects above the wood when viewed from inside. Finish each side with one long continuous stroke
- Paint over the glazing with exterior trim paint to seal and protect it from the weather. Mask the glass with tape or liquid masking and paint it freehand. Paint about 18 inch (3 mm) out onto the glass to form a watertight seal.
Doing the windows replacement Kansas City yourself by following the instructions above would definitely save you a lot of money. More than the money saving, you would feel better that you have an extra skill added to your skill set – Basic Carpentry!!
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