Working Windows
A Guide to the Repair and Restoration of Wood Windows
3rd Edition
Published on 15. April 2008
240 pages
978-0-7627-6576-8 (ISBN)
Description
This definitive book covers the operation, care, repair, and restoration of all kinds of wood windows, along with chapters on weather-stripping, repainting, and refinishing.
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Edition
3rd Edition
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
File size
11,56 MB
ISBN-13
978-0-7627-6576-8 (9780762765768)
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06/2008
3rd Edition
The Lyons Press
€16.60
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Person
Terry Meany has repaired thousands of windows in the Seattle area, earning him the nickname "Mr. Window."
Content
- Working Windows
- CONTENTS
- Foreword
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction
- CHAPTER 1: Double-Hung Windows
- The Basics
- The Details
- Typical Problems
- Weather Stripping
- Pulleys
- Sash Pins
- Problems and Problem Solving
- Opening the Window
- Removing the Stops
- Windows Nailed Shut
- Reinstalling the Stops
- Replacing the Ropes
- Lower Sash Rope Replacement and Pocket Covers
- Installing the New Rope
- Removing Both Sashes and Replacing the Parting Beads
- Sash Controls
- Parting Bead Dimensions
- No Pocket Covers
- Exterior Casings and Brick Molding
- Drilling Access Holes
- Duplex Pulleys
- Removing Interlocking Weather Stripping
- Weather Stripping Reinstallation
- Alternatives to Pulleys, Weights, and Ropes
- CHAPTER 2: Casement Windows, Awning Windows, Hopper Vent Windows
- The Details
- Getting Them Open
- Removing the Hinges
- Weather Stripping
- Awning Windows/Hopper Vent Windows
- CHAPTER 3 : Fixed Windows
- The Details
- Fixed Single Sash
- Double-Hung Fixed Windows
- CHAPTER 4: Repairs, Refinishing, Repainting, Weather Stripping, Redemption
- A Short Introduction
- Safety Considerations
- Respirators and Masks
- Safety Glasses
- Gloves
- Ear Protectors
- Disposable Tyvek Suits
- Repair Problems
- Paint Buildup
- Removing Old Paint
- Heat Removal
- Chemical Removal
- Solvent-Based
- Other Solvents
- Water Rinse-able "Safe'' Strippers
- Sodium Hydroxide Paste (Lye)
- Environmentally Friendly/Natural
- Tank Dipping
- Scraping
- Sanding
- Steam Cabinets
- Disposing of Debris
- Broken Glass and Loose Glazing
- Replacing the Glass Yourself
- Hackout Tools, Chisels, and Stiff Putty Knives
- Heat Gun and Propane Torch
- Grinding Wheel
- Prazi Putty Chaser
- Next Steps . . . Removing the Glass
- Measuring for New Glass
- Buying the Glass
- Installing the Glass
- Limits of Glazing Compound
- On-Site Glaziers
- Taking the Sash to a Glazier or Hardware Store
- Hacking Out the Old Putty Yourself and Having Others Install the Glass
- Missing or Loose Glazing
- Structural Repairs
- Loose Corners
- Corner Irons
- Nails and Deck Screws
- Rotted or Deteriorated Wood
- Fillers
- Automotive Body Filler
- Epoxy
- Rot and Weathered Wood Repairs
- Muntins
- Chipped Muntins
- Broken Muntins
- Sill Repairs
- Partial Sill Replacement
- Sill Replacement
- Missing or Broken Hardware
- Cleaning Window Hardware
- Replacing Hardware
- Fixed Pulleys
- Problems with the Weights
- Casement Hinges
- Sloppy or Tight Fit
- Double-Hung Windows
- Casement Windows
- If Your Casement Is Weather Stripped
- Fixed Window Problems
- Turning Fixed Windows Into Operable Windows
- Double- Hung Fixed
- Outswinging Casement/Butt Hinges
- Installing Friction Hinges
- Weather Stripping
- Spring Bronze
- Installing Spring Bronze
- Spring Bronze and Casement Windows
- Interlocking Weather Stripping
- Vinyl
- Foam
- Other Materials
- Repainting and Refinishing
- Paint
- Oil-Based Paint
- Latex Paint
- Cleaning Paintbrushes
- Stains, Varnishes, Oils, Shellac, and Lacquer
- Stains
- Varnish
- Oils
- Shellac
- Lacquer
- CHAPTER 5: Moldings
- Woodwork: Moldings and Casings
- Refinishing and Removal
- Stripping and Finishing
- Painting, Finishing, and Graining
- Graining
- CHAPTER 6: Stupid Windows, Leaded Glass
- Stupid Windows
- Pivoting Windows
- Leaded Glass Windows
- Nontraditional Repairs for Leaded Glass
- CHAPTER 7: Screens and Storm Windows
- Screens
- Retractable Screens
- Adjustable Screens
- Fixed Wood Screens
- Full-Screen Replacement
- Building Wood-Framed Screens
- Screen and Storm Window Hardware
- Wood Storm Windows
- Styles
- Making Your Own
- Plastic vs. Glass
- Aluminum Screens and Storm Windows
- CHAPTER 8: Security
- Pin Locks
- Ventilation Locks
- Security Film
- Window Grates
- CHAPTER 9: Glass Cleaning
- General Dirt and Grime
- Other Tips
- Paint Drips and Overspray
- Removing Decals and Stickers
- Stained and Leaded Glass
- Polishing Your Windows
- Glass Cleaner
- CHAPTER 10: Shutters and Awnings
- Awnings
- Repairs and Maintenance
- Shutters
- Repairs and Maintenance
- Tools and Materials Appendix
- Tools
- Tool Uses
- Material Uses
- Resources
- Tools and Materials
- Miscellaneous
- What the World Has to Say About Working Windows
- Index
