Window Maintenance & Repairs - Maintenance & Repairs
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How to finish skirting and trim around windowsSkirting and trim around windows and doors tend to get scuffed so use a tough gloss or semi-gloss paint, applying two coats with a sash brush. Read More.. |
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How to replace a sash cord Sash windows are designed to be easily stripped for repairs. If the window is painted use a utility... |
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How to install a new windowsillA window frame usually has a sill, a base, two stiles and a head. The corners are connected... |
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How to replace a windowpaneTo buy a new pane of glass use the old pane as a guide or measure the opening between the... |
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How to repair a sash windowSash windows are designed to be easily stripped for repairs. Replace a broken sash cord by... |
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| How to finish skirting and trim around windows 3Skirting and trim around windows and doors tend to get scuffed so use a tough gloss or semi-gloss paint, applying two coats with a sash brush. | How to draughtproof your home2 As well as adding insulation, you should seal all gaps and holes. Draughtproofing can cut heat loss by up to 25 per cent in winter. |  | How to replace a flyscreen2 Fibreglass screening is flexible and can be refitted if you make a mistake. Aluminium mesh is sturdier but costs more and has to be right the first time. | Replace a broken window pane1 There is no need to call a specialist when a window pane breaks. It is quicker and much cheaper to replace it yourself. | | How to repair a sash window1 Sash windows are designed to be easily stripped for repairs. Replace a broken sash cord by opening the pockets in the side of the stiles. | | How to replace a windowpane1 To buy a new pane of glass use the old pane as a guide or measure the opening between the rebates and deduct 3mm from either side for clearance and simple installation. | | How to install a new windowsill1 A window frame usually has a sill, a base, two stiles and a head. The corners are connected using housing joints that are primed and secured with galvanised hardware. | | How to replace a sash cord1 Sash windows are designed to be easily stripped for repairs. If the window is painted use a utility knife to cut through the paint seal around the stop bead and pocket pieces, following the gap. Force a paint scraper into the gap between the stop bead and the jamb, and another scraper further up to prise the bead free. FREE THE LOWER marking the position of the old cord on the stile then swinging the lower sash free from the frame. Disconnect the cords and lower the sash weights to the base of the jamb. |
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