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How to Replace Window Panes

A damaged or cracked window can be a nuisance. This can be an opportunity to upgrade your windows to energy efficient or insulated ones and enjoy benefits like increased comfort, higher resale value and reduced utility costs.

It's a project you can tackle yourself at only a fraction of the cost of hiring an expert. You'll only require the proper tools and a few hours of your time.

Glass

If your single pane windows are old damaged, cracked or deteriorating, replacing them with newer glass that is tempered or insulated can increase energy efficiency and reduce noise while preserving the original character of older homes. The majority of homeowners with basic hand tools can repair windows with ease. In addition to a replacement pane, the following components are needed: latex glazing putty; Glazier's points; pliers and a heat gun for warming the old putty if required. Before starting, wear gloves and safety goggles as working with broken glass could cause injuries.

Remove any broken glass pieces that remain. It is best to use pliers however a flathead could be useful equally. Then, use a wood chisel or putty knife take the remainder of the old putty from the frame and the sash. Be careful and slow and be careful not to break the current window sash. It is a good idea to work using a sturdy ladder rather than the ground and to place someone on the sash to help keep it in place.

Once you have removed all of the old putty, prepare the window frame to fit the new pane. To allow for seasonal expansion or contraction and contraction, subtract 1/8 inch from the measurements of the width and height. Take these measurements to an hardware store or home center, and have a piece of stock glass cut to size. Alternatively, you can cut the glass yourself, if you have the tools you need.

After installing the new glass Apply some caulking around the edge. This will make the glass weatherproof. Then, place a glazier's tip on the frame's opposite side to secure the pane into its place. The points should not be so tight as to cause friction between the sash and frame, but they also shouldn't be too loose.

Before putting the putty on, work it in a gentle manner until it is smooth and free of lumps. Then you can roll it into pencil-sized strips. Apply the first strip to the corner of the frame. Work from corner to corner, making sure it is even and smooth.

Glazier's Points

The glazier's points are the tiny triangular pieces of steel which help to secure glass into a window frame without scratching or damaging the delicate surface. It's simple to learn how to use this hidden tool, and you'll save money on the expense of an expert installation.

Once the old putty and the glazier's point are gone Clean the frame thoroughly using a utility knife to eliminate any remaining residue. Lightly sand the wood into the rabbet grooves to smooth rough areas. If you sand wood, cover it with painter's tape to prevent accidental damage.

Write down the dimensions of the frame. Bring these measurements to a hardware store or a home center and have the new pane cut smaller than the frame's opening. This will ensure that the pane fits snugly and allows for expansion and contraction.

Place the new pane into the frame and press it down using your hands. Use the chisel's point or the edge of the putty blade to tap the glazier's points as illustrated in Figure 11. When you're done, they should be level with the top edge of the pane. the shoulders of the points should be just below the lip of the rabbet groove.

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

Install the new window sash after the glazing compound has dried. First, coat the wood with a thick coat of Linseed oil. This will stop the new putty from soaking in the moisture and drying out and cracking with time. Apply this coat using a brush or the tip of your putty knife, and then use the chisel or the back end from the putty knife to gently hammer in the new sash and glazier's point into the grooves of the rabbet. Repeat this process in intervals of 10 inches around the frame.

Putty

A baseball hit or a rock thrown in error, or replace window Pane a tree falling could result in a broken or cracked window pane. Luckily, most windows can be replaced by simply putting a new piece in the proper place. The glass is held in place by tiny metal clips known as the glazier's pointed and putty, often called glazing compound. Before you install a new pane, first get rid of the old one and clean the area using a rag and an abrasive scraper that is a pull type or a wood chisel. Wear protective glasses and gloves when you work. If the window is attached to the frame, you'll need to use a heat gun to soften the adhesive prior to taking it off.

If you are planning to replace window Pane the original sash in the future, take care to remove the molding pieces that secure the old pane. Then, sand the sash to ensure it's smooth and ready for a new caulk. Once the sash is reinstalled, you can apply a silicone caulk over the glass. This will ensure that it won't be leaking or fade over time.

Remove the glazing points from the rabbets, or the grooves in the sash, where the glass is. If they're difficult to cut out, try placing a hand tool like a heat gun to soften them up first. When using a heat tool, be sure to avoid damaging the sash or its railings.

Create the bed for your new pane after removing the old glaze points and putty. Roll a rope made of glazing compound between your fingers, and make it about 1/2 inch thick. Then, you can press it into the rabbets, where the glass will be. The glass must rest against the putty on both sides. If needed, lightly tap your glass into the rabbet using your thumb.

If the new pane is cracked you can fill it with a solvent-based glass glue or silicone caulk before pressing it into the sash. Otherwise, you'll need to apply putty on the crack to create an airtight seal and keep water out. Once the putty is dry remove the oily film off of the glass and let it dry completely before painting. Paint after the putty has dried completely. It won't form a good seal and could leak or discolor with time.

Paint

If you've had a broken window pane, then you may be worried about the expense of replacing it. But the truth is that replacing one glass pane does not need to cost a fortune if you do it yourself. In fact, even a double-pane window handle replacement can be replaced at less than the cost of an expert.

If you're working with large glass windows first, ensure that it is securely attached to the frame. This task can be done relatively easy and fast using the appropriate tools and techniques.

When you are ready to start taking down the old window pane. Take out the glazing points made of metal that are attached to it. These are small metal triangles which act as "nails", holding the window in place. They are buried beneath a bead or glazing putty which hardens into a solid wedge that holds the wood frame securely in place and conceals the edges.

After removing the old pane, clean the frame and wood. Scrape off any paint that has been used, and sand the rabbet grooves that the glazing points were. They should be sanded to bare wood to allow you to paint them the same color as the rest of the frame. After sanding the wood then apply a layer of flax oil. This will help to prolong the life of the frame.

Then, take measurements of the dimensions of the window's opening. You will need to take vertical and horizontal 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 the exact measurement for the new pane. This will allow for seasonal changes in the glass. You can bring these measurements to a hardware or home improvement shop 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.