Window Casing Rot
This project explains how to repair a rotted window casing with new sections of brick mould (a.k.a. “brick mold”). how to repair rotted window casing. the single-light fixed transom window is on the south side of the house. i noticed the paint was peeling and the window casing was starting to rot in the top left corner.. Window repair: removing the rotted window casing i wiggled the window casing until there a gap 1/8 inch or so gap to slide in the flat end of the nail puller. the nail puller protected the good section of casing on the right while i levered the rotted section off the remaining staples.. A window sill is the bottom portion of the window, and usually- but not always- has a lip that overhangs the trim molding and over time these can get damaged or even rot. repairing window sills isn’t a hard diy and i try to share simple ways to make diy improvements to your home..
The casing comes off to clear the way for removing the old sill. if the casings are rotting, as here, replace them, too. slice through the caulk bead between the siding and the casing, then carefully pry off each piece.. How to replace exterior window trim step 1: demo! demolition is my favorite part of any home improvement project. nothing like bashing things with hammers to make me smile! for this project through, you’ll want to be gentle. first try and figure out which trim sections are rotten.. Exterior door casings that are exposed to the elements often rot at the bottom due to the absorption of rainwater through the wood’s end grain. to prevent rot when replacing outside door casings, such as brick mold, use casing made from plastic composite material. if wood casing is used: apply wood preservative to the end grain of the casing..
