Old Single Hung Aluminum Window Repair

Instead of glazing compound along the glass edge of the sash frame they extruded an aluminum bevel a feature.

Old single hung aluminum window repair. The window balance is located in the window jamb which is the vertical sides of the window. Single hung and double hung windows operate vertically. 36 x 36 2 panes. Replace the glass and putty the window.

Zimmerman and bock acknowledge that most old houses have not retained their original windows and that much of today s replacement window industry is driven by replacing failed 20 year old windows. If you need new glass measure the opening subtract 1 8 in. Thanks for your help. Download instructions for more information.

In 1938 the flour city orna mental iron company of minneapolis was making aluminum double hung windows. Remove the window sash from the vinyl track. A sash is the part of the window that holds the glass within the mainframe of the window. Repair a broken double hung window by repairing the jamb liner.

Total window is approx. This is a diy repair that you can do once you have the right parts and these complete step by step instructions with photos to guide you through the entire process. Once the window stop has been removed the sash frames can be removed from the unit. Back to table of contents.

From the interior remove the aluminum window stop on one side of the unit with a reciprocating saw. Window is simple single hung aluminum non tilting. In fact no tools are used in this tut. How do i do this please advise.

For a sleek modern appearance sash figure 3. Without a counterbalance the sash would fall to the bottom of the frame. Properly remove single hung window sash this video will show you the proper way to remove the operable part of the window known as the sash. Remove the storm windows from the exterior of the home.

From your measurements and have the new glass cut to size at a full service hardware store. The process is simple enough for just about any home owner. Installation and removal of a single hung balance spring on a window. Take a shard of the old glass with you to match the thickness.

My first task is just getting the bottom sash out to access the balances.