single glass leaded windows

andrewh · Posted: Sun Apr 30, 2006 6:52 am Post Subject: single glass leaded windows

hi can anyone help i have to replace some windows which have old leaded glass in them can anyone tell me how to get them out in one piece as i want to re install them in new wooden frames

joe-90 · Posted: Sun Apr 30, 2006 7:14 am Post Subject:

Usually they are puttied in. Chip out the putty with a sharp chisel. Then you'll find a few glazing brads that hold it in whilst the putty hardens. Remove the brads (headless nails, sometimes flat). Clear any paint from the inside of the window and it will come out.

joe

masona · Posted: Sun Apr 30, 2006 9:54 am Post Subject:

Depending how good the the windows are, best to go over with leadlight cement for weather proofing.

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