How To Fix Cracked Window Putty

Don t be tempted to just re apply new putty.

How to fix cracked window putty.

Wear eye protection and gloves. When glazing a window one of the first things you ll need to do is remove any old glazing that s chipped or damaged. To fix these cracks clean and sand the area around the crack. Step 3 apply the putty.

If it s a hairline crack. Where it cannot be easily and neatly repaired. 1 place the window frame onto a flat table. Wash the glass around the crack with a drop or two of dishwashing soap on a.

Clean the glass with dish soap. Step 2 prime newly exposed woodwork. If the glazing is still in place and looks good for part of the window it can stay but it s best to completely remove any glazing that looks chipped or loose because it can prevent the new glazing from adhering as it should. In a well ventilated area prepare a two part epoxy.

Mix up the two part epoxy. Steps to take when repairing puttying and reglazing a window place a drop cloth below the window to catch dust paint chips and pieces of old glazing. Replacement is the answer. Cracks caused by normal settling or foundation problems or minor earthquakes can appear above windows.

Repair a cracked window glass tabletop or even a mirror with this easy step by step guide. The only real reason to replace the putty is if it has become old and cracked or its integrity surrounding the glass has been compromised.