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How to Replace Window Panes

A damaged window pane could be a nuisance. This can be an opportunity to upgrade your windows glasses replacement to energy efficient or insulated ones, and reap benefits such as improved comfort, increased resale value and lower utility costs.

It's a project you can take on yourself for less than the cost of hiring a professional. You'll only require the right tools and a few hours of your time.

Glass

Replace your old single-paned windows with tempered insulated glass to increase energy efficiency, reduce noise, and preserve the historic integrity of your old home. The replacement glass for a window of the window pane is easy and can be accomplished by anyone with basic hand tools. Alongside a replacement pane, the following tools are required such as latex glazing putty; glazier's points; pliers; and a heat gun for warming the old putty, if necessary. Before starting, put on protective gloves and goggles since working with broken glass could cause injuries.

Begin by removing any remaining broken pieces of glass. This is best done using pliers, though using a flathead screwdriver can also be used in the pinch. Make use of a wood chisel or putty knives to remove any remaining old putty around the frame and the window sash. Be careful not to scratch the window sash. Work slowly and carefully. It is a good idea to work using a sturdy ladder rather than the ground, and to have someone standing below the sash in order to help hold it steady.

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

After installing the new glass Apply some caulking around the edge. This will make the glass weatherproof. Then install a glazier's point on each side of the frame to hold the pane in place. The points shouldn't be too tight as to cause friction between the frame and sash, but they also shouldn't be too loose.

Before applying the putty make sure to knead it until it is soft and free of lumps. Then make it into pencil-sized strips. Apply the first strip to the frame's corner. Work from corner to corner and ensure that it is even and smooth.

Glazier's Points

The glazier's points are tiny triangular pieces of steel that help secure the glass to the frame without causing damage to the delicate surface. Learning how to use these tiny helpers is simple and can save you money on a professional installation or the cost of purchasing new glass.

After taking off the old putty, glazier points as well as any remaining remnants clean the frame thoroughly using an utility knife. If needed, lightly sand the wood along the grooves of the rabbet to smooth rough areas. If you decide to sand the wood, make sure to protect it with painter's tape to avoid accidental damage.

Note down the dimensions of the frame. Take these dimensions to an hardware store or home center, and have the new pane made slightly smaller than the frame's opening. This will ensure a snug fit and leave room for expansion and contraction.

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

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

Install the new window sash after the glazing compound has dried. First, coat the wood with an even layer of linseed. This will prevent the newly-created putty from drying out and cracking due to the moisture it absorbs. Use a brush to apply this coat, or even the tip of the putty blade. Then, use the chisel that is on the back of the putty tool or the back of the handle to gently smash the new sash or glazier's point into rabbet grooves. Repeat this process every 10 inches around the perimeter of the frame.

Putty

A baseball hit or a rock thrown in error or a branch falling can result in a cracked or cracked window pane. The majority of windows can be replaced by putting in a new piece. The glass is held in place with small clips made of metal called a glazier's point and putty, often called glazing compound. Before installing a replacement windows prices pane, first get rid of the old one and clean up the area with a rag and a pull-type paint scraper or an abrasive wood chisel. Wear safety glasses and gloves when working. You'll need a heating gun when the window is fixed into the frame.

If you're planning to reinstall the original sash, take off the molding that supports the old pane. Then sand the sash to ensure it's level and ready for a new caulk. After the sash has been put back in place, you can apply a silicone caulk to the glass. This will ensure that it won't get soiled or discolor over time.

Take the glazing points out of the rabbets and the grooves in the sash that the glass is. If they're difficult to cut out, try holding a hand tool like a heat gun to soften them up first. If you're using a heated gun, make sure not to scratch the railings of the sash or the sash itself by placing the tool too tightly.

Create a bed for your new pane after you have removed the old glaze points and putty. Roll a rope with glazing compound between your fingers and make it about 1/2 inch thick. Then, push it into the rabbets where the glass will be. It is crucial that the glass rests against the putty on both sides, so if you need to do so, gently tap the glass into the rabbet using your thumb.

If the new pane has a crack, you can cover it with a solvent-based glass glue or silicone caulk before pressing it into the sash. If the crack isn't sealed, you will require putty to keep the water out. Once the putty is dry clean the oily film off of the glass and allow it to dry completely before you paint. Paint after the putty has completely dried. It will not form a good seal and could be leaking or discoloring over time.

Paint

If you've had a broken window pane, then you may be concerned about the expense of replacing it. In reality, replacing a single pane of glass doesn't need to be expensive even if you do it your own. Even double-paned windows can be replaced at a fraction of the cost it costs a professional.

First, if you are working on a large window, make sure that it is securely attached to the frame. This is relatively easy and quick with the proper tools and techniques.

When you're ready to start with the removal of the old window by removing the glazing points made of metal that are connected to it. These are small metal triangles that function as "nails" to hold the window in place. They are placed beneath a layer of glazing putty, which is then cured to form a solid, moulded wedge that secures the window in place and hides the points.

After removal of the old pane clean the frame and wood. Scrape away any paint and sand down the rabbet grooves where the glazing points were. Sand them down to clean wooden surfaces, allowing you to paint the frames with the same shade. After the sanding process, apply a coat of flax oil on the wood's surface to extend the life of the frame.

The next step is to measure the dimensions of the window's opening. It is necessary 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 changes. You can take these measurements to a hardware or home improvement store 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.