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How to Replace Window Panes

A cracked window pane is an inconvenience. This could be an opportunity to upgrade to energy-efficient windows or insulated ones, and reap advantages like improved comfort, increased resale values and lower utility costs.

It's a project you can do yourself for less than the cost of hiring an expert. You only need the proper tools and a few hours of your time.

Glass

Replace your old single-paned windows with tempered insulate glass to improve energy efficiency, reduce noise, and maintain the historic integrity of your old home. The process of replacing windows is easy and can be completed by most homeowners who possess basic hand tools. Alongside a replacement handles for windows pane, the following components are needed for the replacement process: latex glazing putty glazier's points; pliers; and a heat gun for warming the old putty if required. Before starting, put on gloves and safety goggles as working with broken glass can cause injuries.

Take away any broken glass pieces remaining. It is best to use pliers however, a flathead may be useful equally. Then, use a wood chisel or putty knife to remove the rest of the old putty around the frame and the sash. Be careful to not scratch the window sash. Take your time and work slowly. It is recommended to do this on a stable ladder rather than on the ground and to place someone on the sash in order to help hold it in place.

Prepare the window frame to accept the new pane when you have removed the old glue. Measure the width and height of the opening for the sash and subtract 1/8 inch from each measurement (to allow for seasonal expansion and contraction). These measurements can be taken to an hardware or home centers store to have cut a piece of glass that is in stock to the correct size. You can also cut the glass by yourself if you possess the appropriate tools.

After putting in the new pane, run a small bead of caulking along the edge to make it weatherproof. Install a glazier's point on both sides of the frame. This will help secure the pane. The points shouldn't be too tight that they create friction between the frame and the sash However, they should not be loose.

Before putting the putty on, work it in a gentle manner until it is smooth and free of lumps. Roll it into pencil-sized strips. The first strip should be glued to the frame's corner. Work from one corner to the next and ensure that it is even and smooth.

Glazier's Points

The glazier’s points are small triangular pieces of steel that allow glass to be secured to the frame without causing any damage to the fragile surface. Knowing how to use these hidden tiny helpers is simple and could save you money on professional installation or the cost of new glass.

After removing the old putty, glazier points and any residue, clean the frame thoroughly using a utility knife. If needed you can lightly sand the wood along the grooves of the rabbet to smooth out rough spots. If you do sand the wood, make sure to protect it with painter's tack to avoid accidental damage.

Take the dimensions of the frame and note down precise measurements. These dimensions can be taken to an hardware or home centers store, and the new frame will be cut slightly smaller. This will ensure a snug fit and will allow room for expansion and contraction.

Place the new pane into the frame and push it in with your hands. Then, use the tip of your chisel or the back end of the putty knife to make a tap on the glazier's facets, as illustrated in Figure 11. The glazier's points should sit aligned with the top edge of your pane and the shoulders should be just below that lip.

Apply a thin bead of glazing compound over the edges of the new glass and into the rabbet grooves, to seal and protect them. Let it dry and cure completely.

Install the new window sash when the glazing compound has dried. The first step is to coat the wood with a thick coat of linseed oil. This will prevent the new putty from taking up moisture and drying out and cracking over time. Apply the coating using a brush this coat, or the point of the putty blade. Then use the chisel on the back of the putty tool or the back of the handle to gently hit the new sash, or glazier's point into rabbet grooves. Repeat this procedure every 10 inches along the frame's perimeter.

Putty

A baseball thrown, a rock thrown in error or a branch falling could result in a broken or cracked window. Most windows can be replaced by installing a new piece. The glass is held into the position with a tiny metal clip, called the glazier's point, and putty. This compound is also known as glazing compound. Remove the old pane and clean the area with a rag, a pull-type scraper or wood chisel. Wear protective glasses and gloves while working. If the window is glued to the frame, you'll have to make use of a heat gun to soften the adhesive before prying it free.

If you are planning to reinstall the original sash, take off the molding that supports the old pane. Sand the sash until it is flat and ready to receive new caulk. Once the sash is installed then, apply a new silicone caulk around the glass to ensure it doesn't swell or fade in time.

Remove the glazing points in the rabbets. These are the grooves on the sash, which is where the glass is located. If they're hard to chisel, hold an instrument such as a heating gun over them to soften first. If you're using a heat gun, make sure not to cause damage to the railings of the sash or the sash itself by placing the tool too close.

After the old glaze points and putty have been removed, make a bed for the new pane. Roll a piece of glazing compound between your hands, and form it to be around 1/2-inch thick. Then, you can press it into the rabbets in which the glass will be. The glass must be positioned against the putty on both sides. If needed, lightly tap your glass into the rabbet with your thumb.

If the new pane has cracked, you can use a silicone caulk or glass glue made from solvents to seal the crack prior to pressing it in the sash. If the crack is not sealed, you will need to use putty to keep water from getting in. After the putty has dried, wipe the oily film off of the glass replacement for windows near Me and allow it to dry completely before painting. If you paint before the putty is completely dry, it won't form a strong seal and may discolor or leak over time.

Paint

If you've experienced a broken window pane, you may be worried about the expense of a new one. However, replacing one glass pane does not have to break the bank if you do it yourself. Even a double-paned window can be replaced at a fraction of the cost it would cost an expert.

If you're working with a large glass window first ensure it is securely attached to the frame. This task is relatively easy and fast using the proper tools and techniques.

When you are ready to start with the removal of the window pane. Pry out the metal glazing points attached to it. These are tiny metal triangles that function as "nails", holding the window in the frame. They are buried beneath a layer of glazing putty that hardens into a solid, molded wedge which holds the window in place and hides the points.

After removal of the old pane clean the frame and the wood. Scrape off any paint and sand down the rabbet grooves, where the glazing points used to be. They should be sanded to bare wood to allow you to paint them the same shade as the rest of the frame. After sanding, apply a layer of flax oil on the wood that is not sanded down to help extend its lifespan.

Next, measure the dimensions of the window opening. It is necessary to take vertical and horizontal measurements of the entire opening, as well as the thickness of the old pane. To determine the exact size of the new pane subtract 1/8 inch from both measurements. This will also allow for expansion and contraction of the glass during seasonal change. Bring these measurements to a hardware or home improvement store and ask them to cut you the glass cut for you.

Now, it's time to bed the new window pane. To do this, place the pane inside the frame and move it around until a 1/16 inch of putty remains between the edge of the glass and the sash on all four sides. Use a putty knife to smear the putty evenly, making sure that there isn't an excessive amount of excess putty in the corners and along the edges. When the putty dries, it can be painted with the same color as the frame to prevent water and air from leaking into the frame and causing fogging.