How To Replace A Broken Window In A Door

Use a small wire brush to clean off all the residue on the window frame.

How to replace a broken window in a door.

Once the area is smoothed out wipe the area down with a damp rag to remove any excess particles left over from sanding. Smooth out the area around the broken window pane by going back and forth over any remaining putty or sealant. Take your time and be gentle to remove the pieces without breaking them. Lay a thick bead of glazing compound around pane opening.

When all the glass is out of the frame tape the box bag up for disposal and mark it clearly broken glass place the box bag wherever your trash pickup might be. Press the glass into the compound then secure it with glazing points. Most buildings require safety glass in entry doors because it helps to prevent injuries if the pane is broken. Order the replacement pane.

Remove all four trim pieces. Please like and subscribe if this video was helpful. Put it in a cardboard box or sturdy paper bag. Clean the window frame once the broken glass is removed prepare to re glaze it.

2 pry out the trim pieces that are holding the glass with a mini pry bar. Using a painters tool or chisel gently pry the trim from the frame. If the window is old apply a bead of linseed oil with a brush. Wear protective gloves and remove the broken glass.

Here s a link to our tutorial on replacing you own alterna. Then subtract 1 8 to allow for the new glass to expand in the door when it heats up. If the window is cracked but not broken tape both sides with duct tape to keep it from shattering while you remove it. Scrape away the old glazing compound from the windowpane opening.

This diy project only takes about an h. Measure the broken pane of glass beyond the molding stops that help to hold the glass in place.