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작성자 Janeen Tegg
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How to replace Window pane Window Panes

A cracked window pane can be a source of frustration. It can also be an opportunity to upgrade your glass to energy-efficient or insulated windows, and benefit from improved comfort, increased resale value and reduced utility costs.

You can do it yourself at less than what it would cost to hire an expert. It requires the right equipment and an hour or two of your time.

Glass

Replace your old single-paned windows using tempered or insulate glass to improve the efficiency of your energy, reduce noise, and maintain the historical integrity of your older home. The procedure of replacing windows is easy and can be completed by most homeowners who possess basic hand tools. You will also require a replacement window pane, glazier's tips, pliers, and latex glaze putty. If necessary you may make use of a heat gun to warm the old putty. Wear safety goggles and gloves prior to beginning. Working with broken glass can cause serious injuries.

Take away any broken glass pieces that remain. It is recommended to use pliers for this, but a flathead can work as well. Make use of a wood chisel or putty knives to remove any remaining old putty around the frame and window sash. Take your time and work slowly making sure not to break the existing window sash. It is a good idea to do this on a stable ladder rather than on the ground and have someone standing below the sash to help hold it in place.

Make sure the window frame is ready to accept the new pane after you have removed the old glue. To allow for seasonal expansion or contraction, subtract 1/8 inch each from the measurements of the width and height. Bring these measurements to the nearest hardware store or replace window pane home center and find a piece glass cut to size. You can cut the glass yourself if you possess the appropriate tools.

After putting in the new glass, apply some caulking around the edge. This will make the glass weatherproof. Install a glazier’s point on both sides of the frame. This will ensure the pane. The points should not be so tight as to cause friction between the sash and frame however they should not be too loose.

Before putting the putty on, make sure to knead it until it is soft and free of lumps. Then, roll it into pencil-size strips. Apply the first strip to the corner of the frame. Work from one corner to another, making sure it is even and smooth.

Glazier's Points

The glazier's points are small triangular pieces that allow glass to be secured into the frame of a window without scratching or damaging the delicate surface. Knowing how to use these hidden tiny helpers is simple and can save you money on professional installation or Double Glazed Windows Replacement the cost of purchasing new glass.

After removing the old putty, glazier points and any remnants, clean the frame thoroughly with an utility knife. If necessary, lightly sand the wood along rabbet grooves to smooth rough areas. If you sand wood protect it with painter's tape to protect it from damage caused by accidental sanding.

Take measurements of the empty frame and write down accurate measurements. Take these measurements to a hardware store or a home center and request that the new pane made slightly smaller than the frame's opening. This will ensure that the pane fits snugly and allows for expansion and contraction.

Place the new window in the frame and push it into place firmly by using your hands. Use the point of the chisel or the back of the putty knife to tap the glazier's points, as illustrated in Figure 11. The glazier's points should sit flush against the top edge of your pane, and the shoulders should be just below the lip.

Apply a thin layer glazing compound to the rabbet grooves and the edges of the new glass. This will protect and seal the edges. Let it dry completely and cure.

After the glazing compound dries, you're ready to install the new window sash. First, saturate the wood with a heavy coat of Linseed oil. This will prevent the new putty from sucking in the moisture and drying out and cracking with time. Apply the coating using a brush this coat, or even the tip of the putty blade. Then, use the chisel that is on the back of the tool or the back of the putty handle to gently smash the new sash or glazier's point into grooves of the rabbet. Repeat this process at intervals of 10 inches all around the frame.

Putty

A baseball hit or a rock thrown in error or a branch falling could result in a broken or cracked window pane. Most windows can be repaired easily by installing a new piece. The glass is held in position by a small metal clip, referred to as a glazier’s point and putty. This compound is also referred to as glazing compound. Before you install a new pane, first get rid of the old one and clean up the area with the help of a rag, a pull-type paint scraper or an abrasive wood chisel. Wear safety glasses and gloves while you do this work. You'll need a heating gun in the event that the window is glued into the frame.

If you are planning to replace the original sash in the future, take care to remove any molding pieces that hold the old pane in place. Then you can sand the sash down to ensure it's smooth and ready to be re-caulked. Once the sash is reinstalled, you can apply a silicone caulk to the glass. This will ensure that it doesn't leak over time or discolor.

Take the glazing points out of the rabbets, or the grooves in the sash where the glass is. If they are hard to chisel, use an instrument like a heat gun over them for a few minutes to soften them. When using a heating tool, be sure to not scratch the sash's railings and sash.

Prepare a bed for your new pane by removing the old glaze and putty. Roll a rope of glazing compound between your hands, forming it to be about 1/2-inch thick. Place it into the rabbets, where the glass will be put. The glass should rest against the putty on both sides. If necessary gently tap your glass into the rabbet using your thumb.

If the new pane has damaged, you can use the silicone caulk or glass glue based on solvents to seal the crack prior to pressing it in the sash. If the crack is not sealed, you'll need to use putty to keep the water out. Once the putty is dry clean the oily film from the glass and allow it to dry completely before painting. If you paint before the putty is fully dry, it won't form a solid seal and could discolor or leak in time.

Paint

If you've experienced a broken window pane, you might be worried about the cost of replacing it. However, replacing a single glass pane doesn't have to break the bank If you can do it yourself. Even a double glazing window replacement-paned window can be replaced for a fraction of the price it would cost for a professional.

If you are working on a large window, make sure it is securely fixed to the frame. This is relatively easy and quick with the proper tools and techniques.

When you're ready to start taking off the old window pane by removing the metal glazing points that are connected to it. These are tiny triangles of metal which act as "nails" to hold the window in the frame. They are buried under a bead of glazing putty, which is then cured to form a solid, moulded wedge that holds the window firmly in place and hides the points.

After taking off 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 color as the rest of the frame. After sanding, apply a layer of flax oil to the wood's surface to extend the life of the frame.

Next, measure the dimensions of the window opening. You will need to take horizontal and vertical measurements of the entire opening and also the thickness of the old pane. Subtract 1/8 inch from each measurement to ensure that you get a precise size for the new pane. This will allow for seasonal changes in the glass. You can bring these measurements to a hardware or home improvement store and have 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.Window-Repairs.-150x150.jpg

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