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Brenton Ford
Broken windows often occur, especially when you have children playing in the yard. Window glass repair is a handy skill to have. Homeowners may have to use this skill several times, so learning to fix a broken window is worth your while. After purchasing the replacement glass, you need to measure it first before cutting it to fit exactly to the window frame. If you are anxious in cutting the glass, you may visit a local hardware and ask them to cut the glass for you. Replacement window glass varies, some are easier to install while others are too difficult to set up. For sure you would want a replacement window which is easy to set up if you will be the one to reinstall it. You can check this by getting one or two windows to install at the back of your property and then following the instructions carefully. 1. Put on the gloves. Protecting your hands is very significant in handling a broken glass. If there is still broken glass in the window, then remove it cautiously and place it in a trash can. 2. Use the measuring tape to measure the height and width of the open space in your window area. 3. Draw a diagram of your window, and fill in the measurements. 4. Just underneath your diagram, for each measurements, get 1/8 inch. For instance, if your window measures 25 inches by 25 inches, then you should subtract 1/8 inch from each measurement. The dimensions of your substitute glass must be 24-7/8 inches in each way. 5. Use the grease pencil and measuring tape on your replacement glass to draw lines where the glass should be cut. 6. Just give the store the measurements that you have. Let them cut the new glass 1/16 of an inch and should be smaller than the opening on each side. Lean the new pane of glass up against a wall in your work area until needed. 7. Reassemble the frame around the new pane of glass. Include the rubber seal and put putty around the opening to hold the glass in place. 8. Once you've finished caulking the window and replacing a new glass, allow it to cure at least a day before cleaning up any spillage on the glass. The curing period of the putty may take up to a week for it to hold the paint. If you find this simple enough, you can always get more of the same without the trouble of hiring someone to to do the job for you.
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