Old Window Almanac

DIY tips, reports from the field, and other interesting and helpful tidbits from the world of old windows!

18

Jul

Great Article Making the Case for Window Restoration

Check out this great article about why we need to keep our original windows! https://www.forbes.com/sites/reginacole/2018/07/17/dont-buy-replacement-windows-for-your-old-house/#2278ef4362c0
12

Apr

Easy Wood Window Sash Fix

This morning I started in on my first window of the day by checking to see how the window operated. With only a slight push upward, the entire joint on one side of the lower sash meeting railed lifted off of the stile. That's one way to start a day! Luckily the other joint was still relatively sound. We were able to get the meeting rail seated firmly against the stile. We then drilled a quarter inch hole through the exterior side of the meeting rail but stopped short of coming all the way
26

Mar

Project Summary of Mechanical Restoration

Check out the results of a great window restoration project in Saint Paul.

Joe has a passion for the repair, restoration, and preservation of old windows. Please enjoy these chronicles from the field.