Repairing sash windows is not a complicated task! But it is necessary to know a few tactics for the same; else you might make careless mistakes. Some companies can help with sash window repairs. But others might replace it directly when minor repair work would have sufficed.

Replacing windows is not as easy as you think! Are you planning for Sash window repairs? If yes, you need to follow the steps below:

Ensure that sash is out

Unscrew all the secure fitting of the front lower sash! You should also remove the staff bead before you pull it from the lower sash and take off the cords from both sides. Make sure to remove all the sash hardware and keep it in a secure place.

Keep the glass free

Make sure to soft any old filler using a heat gun! Take this filler off using a knife. Then remove the glass and then label to know the apt pane that does with every frame.

Make sure to apply epoxy

If you want to re-build the clean joints, you need to initially brush an epoxy build and then keep it for 20 minutes. You can make use of a plastic scraper that will blend sections of epoxy filler in a mixture. You can place it inside the joint and then distribute it on the side for restoring the joints.

Get the sash primed

You can wait for approximately 24 hours; till the time the epoxy gets settled and is not over the top or tacky. Once that happens, you can hand-sand your sash using sandpaper and then wipe off all the dust, making use of a damp cloth. Use a primer coat for sealing the wood.

Bedding the glass

You can place the sash exterior on the side and put it upwards! Use a multi-purpose filler and press it in the glazing rebate. You can gently press the window pane, to ensure that the filler gets bedded evenly. You can keep applying the filler exactly where the glazing rebate and the glass meets. Take off all the extra fillers and ensure that the moisture also dries up as much as possible.

Hang the sash again

Does your old sash window come with an old draught-proofing? If yes, it is essential to replace the same. And when there’s none, you need to add the same as well. Additionally, you need to clean and then reattach your sash furniture. You also have to lubricate the pulley axels using pulley oil. Make sure that you reattach the chains and cords to the sash placed on the upper side. You can even replace it using a new one. Make sure that you reattach the upper sash, and then you return the parting bead.

These are some of how you repair the sash windows! You can always count on an expert service provider to do the same. However, for that, you need to research and then ensure you join hands with a leading name. Make sure that the sash window repair service provider has the right name and provides value for money.