Has anyone converted old wood non tilt windows to tilt?
I have been replacing jamb liners because of broken springs ect and thought why couldn't you install hardware top and bottom and a tilt jambliner. Can it be done?
If I were staying I would replace the windows but that is not an option right now
Thanks in advance
Joe
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Depends on the window.
Anything is possible with the right amount of $$
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Anything is possible with the right amount of $$
Post up a picture of the window in question. Zoom in on the balance.
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Couple of thoughts come to mind...
If you are reusing your existing sash they would have to be cut down in the width for the new tilt/turn jambliner.
You could do sash replacement kits that provide new sash and jambliner. In some situations this is an easy project. I am never sure of the total outcome because everything is not addressed as a system for energy savings. But it often meets the need of the home owner.
As an example AW has a sash conversion kit that provides new sash and jambliner to convert the old Narrowlines to tilt n wash, plus you can get low e argon glazing packages.
If you are reusing your existing sash they would have to be cut down in the width for the new tilt/turn jambliner.
You could do sash replacement kits that provide new sash and jambliner. In some situations this is an easy project. I am never sure of the total outcome because everything is not addressed as a system for energy savings. But it often meets the need of the home owner.
As an example AW has a sash conversion kit that provides new sash and jambliner to convert the old Narrowlines to tilt n wash, plus you can get low e argon glazing packages.
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By the Op's comment of "If I were staying", I'd assume cost is a major factor for him. I agree that sash packs sound like a good solution, but at a cost similar to replacements (sometimes more sometimes less), I don't know if it fits the bill.
I'd add that as WOW stated, ANYTHING can be done for a price. That said, it would take a pretty substantial effort to undertake something like this. Probably not worth it IMO, especially if you are not staying in the home.
I'd add that as WOW stated, ANYTHING can be done for a price. That said, it would take a pretty substantial effort to undertake something like this. Probably not worth it IMO, especially if you are not staying in the home.
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I agree that the OP has more time than money and that sash replacement kits or even reasonable vinyl is not in the cards.
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