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How to Replace Window Panes

A damaged or cracked window can be a source of frustration. It could also be an opportunity to upgrade your glass to energy efficient or insulated windows, and reap benefits like more comfort, higher potential for resales, and less costs.

You can do it yourself for a fraction of what it would cost to hire an expert. You only need the right tools and a few hours of your time.

Glass

Replace your single-paned windows with tempered or insulate glass to improve the efficiency of your energy, reduce noise, and preserve the historical integrity of your home's older. A majority of homeowners with hand tools can repair a window pane. You will also require an extra window pane, glazier's tips pliers, and latex glaze putty. If needed, you can use a heatgun to warm the old putty. Wear safety goggles and gloves prior to starting. Working with broken glass could cause serious injuries.

Begin by removing any broken pieces of glass. It is recommended to use pliers for this however a flathead could be useful as well. Then, use a wooden chisel, or putty knife, to remove the remaining old putty from around the frame and sash. Take your time and work slowly making sure not to break the current window sash. It is a good idea to do this using a sturdy ladder rather than on the ground and to have someone standing below the sash to help keep it steady.

Once you have removed all the old putty, you can prepare the window frame for the new pane. Find the width and the height of the sash opening, subtracting 1/8 inch from each measurement (to allow for seasonal expansion and contraction). Take these measurements to the nearest hardware store or home center, and have a piece of stock glass cut to size. You can cut the glass yourself if you have the appropriate tools.

After installing the new pane, run a small bead of caulking around the edge to ensure it is weatherproof. Install a glazier's pointing on both sides of the frame. This will help secure the pane. The points should not be tight enough to create friction between the frame and sash However, they should not be loose.

Before putting the putty on, work it in a gentle manner until it is soft and free of lumps. Make 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 small triangular pieces that allow glass to be secured into a window frame without damaging or scratching the delicate surface. It's simple to learn how to use this secret tool and you can save money on the cost of a professional installation.

After getting rid of the old putty glazier points, and any other residue clean the frame thoroughly using an utility knife. Lightly sand the wood in the rabbet grooves if needed to smooth out rough areas. If you decide to sand the wood, make sure to protect it by using painter's tape to prevent accidental damage.

Take the dimensions of the frame and record precise measurements. These measurements can be brought to the hardware or home center store, and the new frame will be cut to a smaller size. This will ensure that the pane fits snugly and allows for expansion and sash contraction.

Insert the new pane into the frame and push firmly with your hands. Then, use the tip of your chisel or back of the putty knife to make a tap on the glazier's points, as shown in Figure 11. When you're done, they should be flush with the top edge of the pane. the shoulders of the points should be below the rabbet's lip. groove.

Apply a thin bead of glazing compound over the edges of the glass that has been made and into the rabbet grooves to seal and protect them. Allow it to dry completely and cure.

After the glazing compound dries and the glazing compound is dry, you can install the new window sash. First, coat the wood with a thick layer of linseed. This will stop the new putty from drying out and cracking as it absorbs moisture. Apply this coat with a brush or the tip of your knife, then use the chisel or the back end of the knife to gently hammer in the new sash and glazier's point into the rabbet grooves. Repeat this procedure every 10 inches around the frame's perimeter.

Putty

A baseball thrown at you or an unintentional rock, or a falling branch can cause a window pane to break or crack. Fortunately, the majority of windows can be repaired by simply placing a new piece of glass in its the proper place. The glass is held in place using tiny metal clips known as a glazier's point, and putty, often called glazing compound. Remove the old pane and clean the area using an abrasive, scraper that is a pull type or a wood chisel. Wear protective glasses and gloves while working. You'll need a heating gun if the window is glued into the frame.

If you're planning to install the original sash, remove the molding pieces that secure the old pane. Then, sand the sash to ensure it's level and ready for new caulk. Once the sash is re-installed then, apply a new caulk made of silicone around the glass to ensure that it won't leak or discolor over time.

Remove the glazing points from the rabbets, or the grooves in the sash that the glass sits. If they're difficult to chisel, use the hand tool, such as a heating gun over them to soften first. If you're using a heat gun, Replace Window Pane make sure not to damage the sash or its railings by using the tool too closely.

After the old points of glazing and putty have been removed prepare a bed for the new pane. Roll a piece of glazing compound between your hands, and form it to be about 1/2-inch thick. Then, you can press it into the rabbets, where the glass will sit. It is essential that the glass rests against the putty on each side, so if you need to do so, gently tap the glass into the rabbet with your thumb.

If the new pane has a crack you can fill it with a solvent-based glue or silicone caulk prior sash pressing it into the sash. Otherwise, you'll need to apply putty over the crack to form an impervious seal to keep water out. After the putty has dried remove the oily film from the glass and let it dry completely before painting. If you paint before the putty is completely dry, it won't create a solid seal and could be leaking or discoloring over time.

Paint

If you've suffered a break in a window pane, then you may be worried about the cost of a new one. But the truth is that replacing a single glass pane doesn't need to cost a fortune If you can do it yourself. Even a replacement double glazing windows-paned window could be replaced for a fraction of what it costs an expert.

First, if you are working on a large-sized window, make sure that it is securely fixed to the frame. This job can be made relatively simple and quick with the appropriate tools and techniques.

When you are ready to begin taking down the old window pane. Take out the metal glazing points that are attached to it. These are small metal triangles that function as "nails" to hold the window within the frame. They are buried beneath a bead or glazing glue that sets to form an unbreakable wedge that holds the wood frame securely in place and hides the points.

After you have removed the old pane taken away, clean up the surrounding frame and wood. Scrape off any paint that has been used and sand the rabbet grooves in which the glazing points were. Sand them down to clean wood surfaces, so that you can paint the frames the same shade. After sanding the wood you can apply a layer flax oil. This will help prolong the life of the frame.

Next, measure the width of the window opening. You will need to measure the horizontal and vertical dimensions of the entire opening, as well as the thickness. To get 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 in times of seasonal change. You can take 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.