| Garden Window: Rot Repair and Window Framing |
From "Weekend Handyman"
episode WKH-202 |
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Time: 20 hours over 2 days. Difficulty Rating: This project rates a 4 on the Weekend Handyman scale. A garden window can cost anywhere from $15,000 to $25,000.
Materials: Garden Window Power miter saw
Reciprocating saw
Screw gun and drill bits
Level
Hammer or power nailer
Insulation
Fan fold insulation
Black roofing paper
Special flashing tape to seal window
House wrap
Suction cups
Day One Continued Expert Tip: The last thing you want to do when installing a new garden window is to cover up a bunch of rotten wood. This is the kind of thing you want to watch out for when you hire people to do work for you. Rotten Wood Replacement - Pry off the siding carefully to see how far the rot extends. If the panels are attached with special ring shank nails that are hard to remove, you can push them through the siding with a nail punch (figure A).
- Pull off the housewrap and insulation.
- Remove the rotten wood (figure B), cut out any sheeting and replace it -- and replace any triple studding that may be present.
Framing the Window - First, frame in the exterior wall by using pressure treated wood. Nail it to the existing sill plate by using a power nailer (figure C).
- Cut the trimmer or jack stud -- make sure it is plumb and then nail it along the top.
- Toe nail the king stud at the bottom (figure D).
- Now that the trimmer is in, you can go back to the king stud next to it. You'll need to fill in the gap that was created when the rotten boards were cut and removed. Do this by sawing two studs and nailing them together for support. Toe nail them into place.
- Nail another two studs of the same length together that will support the header for the left side (figure E). Make sure the studs are plumb.
Expert Tip: It's vital when installing a garden window that it be plumb, level and square to ensure that the side panels open and close smoothly. - The next step to repair the outside wall is to put in two of the shorter studs (called "cripple" studs -- figure F) on each side. Lay the sill cross the top and put the third cripple stud under the middle. Note that the size of these studs are dictated by the height of the rough opening.
- Put in a 2 x 4 riser block for the inside wall.
- Use 3/4" plywood to replace the tongue and groove sheathing.
Tip: You can also use OSB sheathing. - Lay on roofing felt (figure G) to give the wall extra protection.
RESOURCES :
Great Windows and Doors: A Step-by-Step Guide
Model: 0806956038
Author: Rick Peters
(June 2001)
Order this book from Amazon.com.
Sterling Publishing Co. Inc.
Website: www.sterlingpub.com
Garden Window (CertainTeed)
Brand Name: New Castle XT
Model Number: N/A
Color: White
Where Available: Your local CertainTeed distributor
Miscellaneous Product Information:
- Adjustable tempered-glass shelving maintains the impression of large open space; adjustable to maximize growing space.
- Side panels open like casements for adjustable ventilation; full screens are included.
- Two-inch thick insulated seatboard with finishable birch interior and maintenance-free exterior; foam core retards moisture penetration and improves thermal performance.
CertainTeed
Valley Forge, PA 19482
Fax: 610-341-7940
Website: www.certainteed.com
Window Tape and Double Adhesive Flashing (Protecto Wrap)
BT20 6" Window Tape
Brand Name: Protecto Wrap
Model Number: 6"x100'
Color: Gray
Sugg. Retail Price: $16
BT20 4" Window Tape
Brand Name: Protecto Wrap
Model Number: 4"x100'
Color: Gray
Sugg. Retail Price: $14
Double Adhesive Flashing
Brand Name: Protecto Wrap
Model Number: 6"x75'
Color: Black
Sugg. Retail Price: $20
Where Available: Call 800-759-9727 for local distributors.
Protecto Wrap Company
Denver, CO 80223
Phone: 303-777-3001
Fax: 303-777-9273
Website: www.protectowrap.com
Taunton's Build Like a Pro: Windows and Doors (Expert Advice from Start to Finish)
Model: 1561584835
Author: Scott McBride
(April, 2002)
Order this book from Amazon.com.
The Taunton Press Inc.
Website: www.taunton.com
Trim Carpentry Techniques: Installing Doors, Windows, Base and Crown
Model: 1561583219
Author: Craig Savage
(December, 2001)
To order this title from Amazon, click here.
The Taunton Press Inc.
Website: www.taunton.com
GUESTS :
Shane Kretsinger
Vice President, Operations
Autumn River
We apologize no contact information is available.
Ed McIntosh
750 E. Swedesford Rd.
PO Box 860
Valley Forge, PA 19482
Phone: 610-341-7318
Fax: 610-341-7919
Email: Edward.m.mcintosh@saint-gobain.com
Website: www.certainteed.com
Product Planning and Development Manager
CertainTeed Corporation
Window Group
Todd Bushberger
2255 S. Delaware St.
Denver, CO 80223
Phone: 414-241-9727
Tollfree Phone: 800-759-9727
Fax: 414-321-8803
Email: tbushberger@aol.com
Website: www.proctectowrap.com
National Sales Representative/Construction Consultant
Protecto Wrap Company
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