How to seal a new double glazed unit in wooden frame

[merlin444]

I need to replace a blown sealed unit in a wooden window frame. I have seen that a brown sealant "tape" can be used instead of the traditional putty. Does anyone know the name of this tape and whether it is user friendly?

Thanks

 

[chappers]

you need to ask for butyl glazing tape yep its easy self adhesive comes on a roll. fit it so it sits above the frame by a few mm this should leave a couple of mm gap between the tape and the base of the frame . Fill this gap with a small bead of butyl or low modulous silicon and the fit the glass. repeat for the other side or iff not enough space just a bead of sealant on the inside.
trim off the excess tape with a sharp stanley.

 

[timbalcombe]

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