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    Window frame part is broken, what is this part called?

    This plastic type part has come away from the side at the bottom and it has formed a bump which the window hinge can’t close over. I can’t seem to manipulate it back to where it should be. Does anyone know what this part is called and whether it can easily be replaced? Any help would be...
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    Water ingress through cavity above window

    Hi there, I've got an issue pretty much as described above. I've recently moved into a 1950's bungalow and whilst stripping the wallpaper from around the window frame on the front bedroom I notices that there was a moisture and a hairline crack running the length of the window about an inch...
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    Window gap!

    Hi guys, Quick one here... Home DIYer here, I've noticed the top of the window in the room i am deocrating has a large gap between wall and window frame. On previous rooms the gap has been around 5mm. I feel that 15mm may be a bit of a large task for caulk or similar and not a particularly...
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    Filling gaps between bay windows

    Before I clip on the interior pvc trims, I want to fill the joins between the windows for maximum sound insulation. What would you say is best? Silicone Caulk Expanding foam Something else What I am referring to: Thanks
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    Can I use a torque hinge for my timber window?

    I'm completely new to building windows so please bear with my lack of terminology. I really don't like the look of window stays and wanted something more modern that could keep my window open. I liked friction hinges but I lack the equipment or money to start messing about with something I have...
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    Leaking Double Glazed Bay Window

    Would anyone be able to advise me? We have a bay window and water is getting in under the window. There is a void created by the plastic trim where the bay sides meet the front of the window on each side which seems to be where the water is coming in. (Pic of water on inside window sill)...
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    Refurbishing timber windows in sandstone tenement

    Hello. I live in a blonde sandstone tenement flat in Glasgow, built circa 1900. Recently I’d noticed some deterioration visible to the exterior window frames. (These are timber pivot single pane windows). The seals (looks like overpainted sand mastic, some reddish) are cracked and/or peeling...
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    Timber architrave on upvc windows?

    is it possible to pimp up an ugly upvc window by attaching wooden architrave ? If so can this be done both internally and externally, and what adhesive/screws would be suitable? New window isnt currently an option but if I can improve the look in the meantime any suggestions appreciated...
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    advice on exterior sealants around sash windows

    i need to seal around ageing sah windows .. need advice on whcih product .. silicone vs acrylic i assume silicone is better but i find it tricky to work with and need something less sticky to work with .. also want to potentially paint it is this the product to use ? will brand names work...
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