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Window replacement

  • remove trim/casing

  • check/measure rough opening - 1/2" gap for leveling

  • check/measure window

  • remove old window

    • try not to destory it
    • if something goes wrong, you may need to put old window back in temporarily
  • measure siding for nail fin clearance

  • adjust siding for nail fin clearance - ensure holes will have adequate backing

  • shim rough opening if needed

  • test fit window

  • check for level

    • caulk and secure any R/O shims
  • check center outside - window to siding

    • equal distance top/bottom and right/left
  • check center inside - window inside edge to drywall

    • typical ranch casing 2-1/4" wide
  • check inside window face to drywall

    • should be flush, or less than flush
  • flash sill corners with small pieces 3:00 mark here

  • flash entire sill - 12" or so up the sides

    • cover seams of corners
  • test fit window again and level

    • check center, inside gaps and outside siding
  • caulk three sides or R/O

  • insert window and level

    • attach with screws
    • screwing every hole is not needed - ok to skip every other
    • screw is too tight if deforming nail fin

caulking https://www.amazon.com/PL-Polyurethane-10-Ounce-Cartridge-1618182/dp/B004BPCUGC/

screws Kreg Blue Coat - 2" pocket hole screws #8 - square drive

exterior window trim 5/4 cedar deck board - loose 3/4" of width to trimming of radius * 6" board comes out to 4-7/8" of usable width (with 1/8" saw blade cut)

interior jam extensions "Select" pine - 3/4" * measure for enough width from inside window to face of drywall

interior window moulding * ranch casing is pretty basic. fancier profiles available but +$$ * can get pre-primed * usually pine, some synthetic materials for wet areas

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