How Do You Replace A Glass Window Pane?
Replacing a window pane is a job you can do yourself. The smaller the glass, the easier the job will be. Here are some tips on how to replace a glass window pane. Replacing a window pane is not difficult. It will be different for a wooden framed window or an aluminum framed window. Always use gloves and care when handling glass. Keep children and pets away for safety and lean pieces of glass against a wall rather than laying them flat whenever possible. Glass is easier to grip that way. Carefully measure your glass size and either cut it yourself or have it cut for you at a glaziers. Make about one 16th of an inch smaller than the opening so it will slot inside easily. Making it smaller is not necessary with aluminum window frames. With aluminum framing, the glass is usually held in place with a thin rope of rubber which functions as a gasket. Remove all glass carefully and dispose of it in a safe place. I like to clean glass up right away to prevent accidents. You can either slide out
