Hi,
I've only been doing DIY for about 4 months now so, I'm still very new to this but, have developed a real passion for it. Therefore, I would like to repair the small casement window that is in the downstairs loo room. The window needs a new exterior sill and a piece of timber (parallel to the head) going along the bottom resting on the exterior sill because they have both become completely rotten due to the amount of weathering it's been exposed to over the years. I have been reading a book about replacing windows but it only really mentions removing the old window completely, not repairing parts of it.
So, my question is:
Do you think I should keep the rest of the window in as it is (the rest of it is pretty sound) whilst I replace the sill and the other bit or shall I take the entire window out and then make a new sill, putting the entire window back in as a whole?
Also, just wondered, does anyone make their own windows when it comes to replacing old store cupboard/ downstairs loo windows? How difficult is it and is it possible for a DIY enthusiast? Just wish to know for future reference.
Really appreciate any advice .
Thanks.
I've only been doing DIY for about 4 months now so, I'm still very new to this but, have developed a real passion for it. Therefore, I would like to repair the small casement window that is in the downstairs loo room. The window needs a new exterior sill and a piece of timber (parallel to the head) going along the bottom resting on the exterior sill because they have both become completely rotten due to the amount of weathering it's been exposed to over the years. I have been reading a book about replacing windows but it only really mentions removing the old window completely, not repairing parts of it.
So, my question is:
Do you think I should keep the rest of the window in as it is (the rest of it is pretty sound) whilst I replace the sill and the other bit or shall I take the entire window out and then make a new sill, putting the entire window back in as a whole?
Also, just wondered, does anyone make their own windows when it comes to replacing old store cupboard/ downstairs loo windows? How difficult is it and is it possible for a DIY enthusiast? Just wish to know for future reference.
Really appreciate any advice .
Thanks.