One popular type of window that is installed in older homes is a replacement window. This is a window that is designed to fit inside of an existing frame. Attaching the window to the frame requires the use of stainless steel fasteners or screws. One type of fastener that can do the job is a shim screw.
The installation of a replacement window requires that it be properly shimmed. A traditional shim used with these windows is a piece of wood. The use of shims screws eliminates the need to use shims when House Construction Steps installing a window. These screws are easy to install and allow for the exact adjustment of a window to ensure proper installation. This will require a shim-screw tool bit for use with a power drill.
When a replacement window is placed in the frame a pilot hole is required for each screw. A drill needs to be used to create a pilot hole for each of the stainless steel fasteners that are needed. You will need at least four screws for a replacement window. The size of screw for your window installation is based on the thickness of the window and the shim space. Sizes come in various lengths that range three-quarters of an inch up to three inches or longer.
Proper preparation of the window frame is required before a replacement window is installed. This will require removal of the existing window and removing existing fasteners. Old windows often have nails securing it to the frame. These nails need to be taken out or cut with a reciprocating saw.
The next step is to insert the replacement window in the frame for a dry fit. You will then need to make a mark for the pilot holes in the frame with a pencil. Drill each Subcontractor Rights pilot hole for the shim screws with your power drill. Each hole will need to be at least one-quarter of an inch. You are now ready to secure your new replacement window.
Set the window back into the frame and then insert a shim screw into a hole. The screw will need to be flush with the finished side of the replacement window. Drive the remaining screws into the frame and then prepare the shim-screw tool. The tool needs to be turned clockwise to adjust the window inside of the frame.
A plastic cap can be used to cover the screw if you do not plan to cover the perimeter of the window by using trim. If you do plan to use trim to cover the perimeter, then the gap between the new window and the frame needs to be insulated. This can be done by using spray foam.
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