Jeff, a fellow amateur radio operator, sent me a photograph of a wood window in his girlfriend’s bathroom. The window is suffering from rot, and the sash frame is starting to separate. While I don’t ...
A reader sent me a photo of a wood window in his girlfriend’s bathroom. The window is suffering from rot, and the sash frame is starting to separate. He asked if I was able to determine what was ...
With a little effort, you can eliminate gaps, glaze panes and use caulk to make old wood windows more energy efficient and to help minimize the toll that time has ...
Dear Jim: I need to upgrade my old wood windows, but I like how the frames look. They don't stay open now and the single-pane glass is not efficient. How can I switch to double-pane glass and tighten ...
Q. We would like your advice on how to solve the problem of wood rot in our windows. Our house was built in 1995. When we moved in the windows seemed fine and our house inspector had no comments about ...
Everywhere Steve Jordan goes, fans flock, eager to hear words of wisdom about old wooden windows -- from rot to weatherstripping. What seems like a simple question can lead to hours of debate. "It's ...
Replacing a window sash is a cost-effective alternative to complete window replacement. Professional sash replacement costs between $200 and $415, while DIY kits are cheaper. Window sash replacements ...
Mr Coles said: “Sash windows are a real piece of Britain's architectural heritage. They were designed so that you could drop ...
Sash windows are often prized for their looks, but they cost more than standard casement windows due to their more complex engineering. (Pexels/@larissafarber) If you are looking to get your windows ...
If you are looking to get your windows replaced and you are researching prices from the best window installers, you will probably have noticed that sash windows are costlier than other styles. And if ...