A Listing of Replacement Window Installation
Now is the time to look at the framing around the window opening. Every rotted wood needs to be replaced. That’s a simple statement to make. It can be difficult to remove the wood, repair it, and keep the structure’s strength intact. If there is just a small amount of mould, spray it with bleach and carry on. When you were removing the window, the building paper most likely became mangled. Trim it back and repaper it as much as possible. The goal is to keep the wood healthy. You can use a peel-and-stick product, which is very effective. However, you are restricted because the siding might still be in place in certain instances. Keep in mind that higher parts will overlap lower ones. Water normally flows downhill. Start at the very bottom and work your way to the top. There are several diagrams to show you how to do it correctly. Here is the original site.
The bottom sill piece is made longer than the hole and cut to fold up the sides of the hole, with enough space below the hole for the piece to fold onto the external sheathing and run past the hole on both sides. The side pieces should be cut so that they fold into the hole’s bottom and onto the sheathing. This piece’s extension should overlap the bottom piece. The top section is a little more difficult. If necessary, it should tuck under the paper above the window and be cut and folded similarly to the other bits. The aim is to keep water out while protecting the wood framing. A strong diagram can be found on the internet. Check for level by placing two sets of 1/2-inch thick shims on the rough sill. I say two sets since shims can be used in pairs if the framing is relatively straight, which it isn’t always.
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