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How to replace window pane (from the en.easypanme.com blog) Window Panes

A cracked window pane is an inconvenience. This can be an opportunity to upgrade your windows to energy efficient or insulated ones, and reap benefits such as improved comfort, higher resale value and lower utility costs.

You can do it yourself for a only a fraction of the cost it would cost to employ an expert. It requires the right tools and only an hour or two of your time.

Glass

Replace your old single-paned windows using tempered or insulate glass to improve energy efficiency, cut down on noise, and maintain the historic integrity of your home's older. Most homeowners with basic hand tools can replace a window pane. You will also need an additional window pane, glazier's tips pliers, and latex glaze putty. If you need to, you can use a heatgun to warm the old putty. Before starting, put on gloves and safety glasses as working with broken glass can cause injuries.

Remove any broken glass pieces remaining. This is best done using the help of pliers but a flathead screwdriver can also be used in the pinch. Make use of a wood chisel or putty knife to get rid of any old putty that remains around the frame and window sash. Work slowly and carefully making sure not to break the existing window sash. It is a good idea to do this using a sturdy ladder rather than the ground and have someone stand below the sash to help hold it steady.

Prepare the window frame to accommodate the new pane after you have removed the old putty. Find the width and the height of the opening in the sash, subtracting 1/8 inch from each measurement (to allow for seasonal expansion and contraction). Bring these measurements to a hardware store or home center and get a piece of stock glass cut to size. You can also cut the glass yourself if you have the right tools.

After installing the new glass, apply caulking to the edge. This will make the glass weatherproof. Install a glazier's pointing on both sides of the frame. This will secure the pane. The points should not be tight enough to cause friction between the frame and sash, but they should also not be loose.

Before applying the putty, knead it thoroughly until it is smooth and free of lumps. Cut it into pencil-sized pieces. The first strip should be placed in the corner of the frame, moving from one corner to another so that it is smooth and even.

Glazier's Points

The glazier's points are the small triangular pieces which help to secure glass into frames for windows without scratching or damaging the delicate surface. It's simple to learn how to use this secret tool, and you'll save money on the cost of an installation by a professional.

After taking off the old putty, glazier points and any residue, clean the frame thoroughly using a utility knife. Lightly sand the frame in the rabbet grooves to smooth rough areas. If you sand wood protect it with painter's tape to avoid accidental damage.

Take the dimensions of the frame and record precise measurements. These measurements can be brought to an hardware or home centers store and the new pane will be cut to a smaller size. This will ensure a tight fit and leave room for expansion and contraction.

Place the new pane into the frame and push firmly with your hands. Then, you can use the point of your chisel or back of the putty knife to make a tap on the glazier's points, as illustrated in Figure 11. The glazier's points should be in line with the top edge of your pane, and the raised shoulders should be just beneath that lip.

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. Let it dry completely and cure.

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

Putty

A baseball thrown at you, an errant rock or a falling branch can cause a window to break or crack. Fortunately, windows can be repaired by simply placing a new piece in the right place. The glass is held in place by tiny metal clips known as a glazier's point, and putty, which is often called glazing compound. Before installing a new pane, first remove the old one and clean the area with an abrasive and a pull-type paint scraper or an abrasive wood chisel. Wear safety glasses and gloves while you do this work. You'll need a heat gun in the event that the window is glued into the frame.

If you're planning to install the original sash in the future, take care to remove the molding pieces that hold the old pane in place. Sand the sash until it is flat and Replacement windows ready to receive new caulk. After the sash has been put back in place it is possible to apply a silicone caulk to the glass. This will ensure that it won't be leaking or fade over time.

Remove the glazing points in the rabbets. These are the grooves on the sash where the glass is located. If they're difficult to cut out, try placing the hand tool, such as a heat gun over them to soften them first. If you're using a heated gun, be cautious not to cause damage to the railings of the sash or the sash itself by holding the tool too tightly.

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

If the new pane has damaged, you can use a silicone caulk or a glass glue that is based on solvents to fill in the crack before pressing it in the sash. If the crack is not sealed, you will require putty to keep the water out. After the putty has dried, wipe the oily film off the glass and allow it to dry completely before painting. If you paint before the putty is completely dry, it won't create a solid seal and could discolor or leak in time.

Paint

You may be concerned about replacing a damaged piece of glass. In reality, replacing a single pane of glass doesn't have to be expensive if you do it on your own. In fact, even a double-pane window can be replaced at less than the cost of an expert.

If you are working with large glass windows first ensure it is securely attached to the frame. This job can be done relatively easy and fast using the proper tools and techniques.

Once you're ready to begin with the removal of the old window pane by prying out the glazing points of metal that are connected to it. These are tiny metal triangles that function as "nails" that hold the window in place. They are buried beneath a bead or glazing glue that hardens to an unbreakable wedge which holds the wood frame in place and conceals the edges.

After removal of the old pane clean the frame and 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, so that you can paint them the same shade as the rest of the frame. After sanding the wood you can apply a layer flax oil. This will help to prolong the life of the frame.

Then, you need to measure the width of the window opening. You'll need to determine the vertical and horizontal dimensions of the entire opening as well as the thickness. To determine the exact dimensions of the new pane, subtract 1/8 inch from both measurements. This will also allow for expansion and Replace Window Pane 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.