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Aug 15, 2024 · Press the new pane into the caulk. Hold the new pane firmly and line it up with the sash. Slide it into the sash from the bottom first, then work your way up until the pane is completely in. Press down gently so the glass adheres to the caulk. [12] Make sure the pane is completely in the sash before letting go of it.
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Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva replaces a broken pane in a basement windowSUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouseTi...
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Step by Step How To Replace A Broken Window Pane. Also Measuring For Correct Size Replacement, Installing Points, & Properly Sealing. *TOOLS & SUPPLIES*Windo...
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Jul 4, 2019 · How do you replace the glazing in a single hung window? In this episode Jordan walks you through the process of replacing a broken window pane step by step....
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- Remove the Glass. Don gloves and safety glasses and cover the broken pane with a rag. Tap the center of the rag-covered pane with a hammer to loosen the shards.
- Remove the Old Putty. Pry out any loose putty with a painter’s tool. Gradually soften the putty that’s still intact by holding a heat gun about an inch away and moving it back and forth.
- Prep the Rabbets. Pry the old metal glazing points out of the rabbets, the grooves in the sash where the glass sits. Scrape and sand the rabbets down to bare wood.
- Bed the Glass. Wiggle the pane into the putty while applying even pressure with the tips of your fingers. Continue pushing down until the glass is centered in the opening and about 1/8 inch of putty remains between the face of the glass and the rabbet.
2 days ago · To complete the replacement process: Allow the glazing compound to dry for 3–4 days. Once dry, use a razor blade to clean up any excess glazing compound around the edges. This step will create a clean, finished look. Prime and paint the glazing compound and surrounding wood to match the rest of the window.
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Use a caulking gun and squeeze a thin layer of window glazing compound in the primed grooves. With the help of a friend, set the new window glass in place. Press the new window glass lightly to bed it. Press in new glazing points every 10 inches with the tip of a putty knife.
