Installing Retrofit and Replacement Vinyl Windows
Retrofit window installation is really easy for everyone. The adaptive window and comes with an exterior finish attachment. That's the color fin that goes against the outer surface, usually stucco. Prepare the window by drilling 3 / 8 "holes in the areas of structure where you want the screw in place. Normally, there are three holes on each side and three more on top. Do not drill holes in the bottom track. After removing the old panels, you want to run a heavy drop of caulk on the face of the old aluminum structure left in place. Then, and assistant set the bottom of the window vinyl aluminum bottom track and increasing age in place. The flush fin or retrofit lip will act as a "stop" to keep the window in place. Have your helper hold the window while you goes inside.
Once inside, you want to center the window opening. Slide the vent panel open and closed to ensure that the window is plumb and level. To adjust the seat position, shoe bottom right or left by placing a shimming material between the sill and the bottom of the window frame. Once square, drive 3 "deck screws through 3 / 8" holes and seat studs.Just wood screw, not in excess. After getting the screws on the sides and top, remove the sliding panel. The bottom rail must go. Look for drainage holes in the track and insert a thin screwdriver and lift. Insert a screw in the bottom center, caulk around the screw head, then put on your site theme and re-install the sliding panel. Now he wants to go outside and caulk the gap where the conversion of the fin meets the exterior surface of the house. You want to have a double barrier of protection against water infiltration. Remember that you apply a generous amount of sealant before inserting the new frame into the opening. The rest of the work is done indoors.
First, you want to connect the 3 / 8 "screw holes to hide the screw heads. We sell the caps on the website. Click the" window "to view an image. The caps will open in the place in the hole. The next step is to fill the gap around the new frame with R-13 insulation. Do not use foam insulation that comes in a can. Many manufacturers will not honor the warranty if the foam is used. Even the non- expansion foam may cause the frame to distort, causing problems. Pack the insulation in tight. You may want to wear a dust mask during the procedure. Many people, including myself, are very sensitive to isolation. After the insulation is in place, you want to install the adjustment inside to finish the job. You can use wood trim from the hardware store or some other product. But in my experience, the best product is a flat cut vinyl that matches the window frame. The flat trim can also be purchased on the website under the "window" tab, or you could try to find a local window contractor. Ours comes in 3 different widths, although the 1 3 / 4 "wide piece is by far the most common. The beach has a double-sided tape on the back. Cut the top and bottom first sticking to the vinyl frame, making sure the cut goes to the drywall. This covers all the insulation and the old metal frame. Do the following side pieces. The final step is to caulk the seat meets the walls.
Much of the process of installing a replacement part is the same as under the amendment. However, there are some differences. When you put the new window opening with a replacement part, you do not have the flush fin holding the frame in place. You and your helper have to hold the frame in place while you put a screw in the top center to support the framework. Then you can make your squares adjustment of status. All procedures in the interior will be exactly the same, from hole plugs, to insulation, to trim and caulk. The exterior is different. You have to apply the setting was part of the modernization of the frame. Once again, I prefer the cutting plane. Again, apply a layer of mastic to the age structure, then measure and cut the top and bottom decorative pieces. Apply the adhesive side of the molding to the structure of vinyl, and allow contact with another part of the bead of caulk. Trim all four sides, then caulk again in court meets the exterior material.
As you can see, it really does not matter if the outside of your house is brick, stone or stucco siding. You can install vinyl windows without having to damage the surrounding structure. We have videos step by step instruction on sale on the website on how to install-windows.com. Next week we will begin discussing the replacement of sliding glass doors.
Once inside, you want to center the window opening. Slide the vent panel open and closed to ensure that the window is plumb and level. To adjust the seat position, shoe bottom right or left by placing a shimming material between the sill and the bottom of the window frame. Once square, drive 3 "deck screws through 3 / 8" holes and seat studs.Just wood screw, not in excess. After getting the screws on the sides and top, remove the sliding panel. The bottom rail must go. Look for drainage holes in the track and insert a thin screwdriver and lift. Insert a screw in the bottom center, caulk around the screw head, then put on your site theme and re-install the sliding panel. Now he wants to go outside and caulk the gap where the conversion of the fin meets the exterior surface of the house. You want to have a double barrier of protection against water infiltration. Remember that you apply a generous amount of sealant before inserting the new frame into the opening. The rest of the work is done indoors.
First, you want to connect the 3 / 8 "screw holes to hide the screw heads. We sell the caps on the website. Click the" window "to view an image. The caps will open in the place in the hole. The next step is to fill the gap around the new frame with R-13 insulation. Do not use foam insulation that comes in a can. Many manufacturers will not honor the warranty if the foam is used. Even the non- expansion foam may cause the frame to distort, causing problems. Pack the insulation in tight. You may want to wear a dust mask during the procedure. Many people, including myself, are very sensitive to isolation. After the insulation is in place, you want to install the adjustment inside to finish the job. You can use wood trim from the hardware store or some other product. But in my experience, the best product is a flat cut vinyl that matches the window frame. The flat trim can also be purchased on the website under the "window" tab, or you could try to find a local window contractor. Ours comes in 3 different widths, although the 1 3 / 4 "wide piece is by far the most common. The beach has a double-sided tape on the back. Cut the top and bottom first sticking to the vinyl frame, making sure the cut goes to the drywall. This covers all the insulation and the old metal frame. Do the following side pieces. The final step is to caulk the seat meets the walls.
Much of the process of installing a replacement part is the same as under the amendment. However, there are some differences. When you put the new window opening with a replacement part, you do not have the flush fin holding the frame in place. You and your helper have to hold the frame in place while you put a screw in the top center to support the framework. Then you can make your squares adjustment of status. All procedures in the interior will be exactly the same, from hole plugs, to insulation, to trim and caulk. The exterior is different. You have to apply the setting was part of the modernization of the frame. Once again, I prefer the cutting plane. Again, apply a layer of mastic to the age structure, then measure and cut the top and bottom decorative pieces. Apply the adhesive side of the molding to the structure of vinyl, and allow contact with another part of the bead of caulk. Trim all four sides, then caulk again in court meets the exterior material.
As you can see, it really does not matter if the outside of your house is brick, stone or stucco siding. You can install vinyl windows without having to damage the surrounding structure. We have videos step by step instruction on sale on the website on how to install-windows.com. Next week we will begin discussing the replacement of sliding glass doors.