Window Installation

New or replacement windows can be made completely watertight with just a little extra effort by properly installing the sill pan, house wrap and…

If you have basic tools and skills you can install your own vinyl replacement windows and save hundreds of dollars in installation…

The seals on insulated glass windows occasionally fail, allowing moist air between the glass panes, where it condenses. This article explains…

We'll walk through the steps needed to install a bow window, which will give your room a lot of natural light and a spacious feel. The new…

For a leakproof skylight use a special flashing kit and installation techniques we show here.

Most trim carpenters don't even use a tape to trim windows. It's all done by eye, with a sharp pencil, a miter saw and an 18-gauge nailer.…

How do you decide whether to repair or replace your old windows? Learn your options, relative cost and effectiveness of repairs, and how to…

When sash lifts or cords on double-hung replacement windows break, the easiest fix may be to replace the jamb liners. Once you identify and…

New or replacement windows can change the look of your house, but they're expensive. Here are the top five problems with old windows, and how…

Ready to replace your drafty old windows with new energy-efficient units? We'll show you the two easiest ways to pull out old windows and put…

PVC trim looks and cuts like wood and it lasts forever, but there are a few special installation techniques you need to know about to install it…

Egress windows provide emergency exits in case of fire. We tell you how big they should be and where you need them in your home. If your…

Horizontal blinds that are too long look bad, but also create a serious safety hazard for young children. Fortunately, shortening them is…

We'll show you all the how-to steps you need to install a basement egress window, from cutting a hole in the basement wall to framing the…

Bring a flood of light into a dreary basement with a terraced window well. You also get an emergency escape route, planting beds and a view.…

Stop that cold draft coming in around windows and doors by removing the trim and sealing the airflow permanently. It takes a little work, but…

Looking for a simple expansion that’ll give you more space in your home? A new dormer in a cramped, underused attic might just be the ticket.…

Learn the simple framing techniques that ensure accurately built, tightly framed walls. This article explains the basics of marking up and…

Want to add a new window or door to an exterior weight-bearing wall? We’ll explain how headers work and give you some tips on how to…

Make furniture-quality miter cuts with these pro tips for measuring and cutting. Learn how to tweak cuts in door and window trim so that joints…