Applying Vinyl On Windows

Don t remove the top lining or the backing on the decal yet.

Applying vinyl on windows.

Stretch the vinyl to fit over curves or reposition it as necessary. To start you ll need to remove the old window by removing the inside trim moldings and stops with a broad chisel. Wrap the window frame with insulation or pack the insulation into the void between the frame and the. This makes it easier to mold around curves and edges.

First make sure the window frame is plumb and level. Use the hard side of your squeegee to lay the vinyl into crevices. Line the decal up with the marks you made and apply the tape to the top edge of the decal. You won t be reusing it.

It ll be reused in the same place. Vinyl replacement windows come mounted in a new jamb and are simply tilted into the old frame and fastened in place. Don t worry about breaking it. Vinyl windows from pella are easy to care for affordable and provide exceptional energy efficiency.

Our unique vinyl formula is performance tested for excellent weathering color retention and durability. Lift the vinyl and apply heat from a heat gun to make the vinyl more malleable. Remove the old lower window sash. Find a vinyl window that complements your home.

Use a heat gun to apply heat before doing so to get into the tougher to reach areas. Installing a vinyl replacement window is relatively straightforward and you can do it in an afternoon provided you have the right tools. Here s a summary of the steps for replacing windows. The top edge is the edge at the top of your decal.

You have two choices for vinyl replacement windows. Pull out the parting stop. It can be easy to install vinyl windows. Demo from the first week of our march madness of products series featuring greenguard building wrap.

Cut and apply the film cut the pieces of film so they measure about 1 2 larger than the window panes being covered. Replace the entire existing window down to the house frame. More advanced project because you have to remove interior and exterior trims and sometimes the siding. Remove and save the inside stop.

Full frame windows and insert windows.