Sash Window Weights Alternative

Sash weights are available in 40mm 45mm and 50mm square sections.

Sash window weights alternative.

1 score paint along stop bead with a utility knife. An alternative to replacing the weight one of the problems with old sash windows is that the compartments on either side that hold the weights are passageways for cold air and as long as the. I am however a softy for the sound and feel of an old sash weight system. Weights take up the same amount of room as one 5 lb.

Draftfix lead sash weights for traditional box sash windows supplied in various sizes as standard in square or round section. Lead weights can easily be cut to size and have a hole running through the middle of the entire weight. My own home has all the original windows and sash weights. A alternative to steel sash weights when the sash weight box.

Weights are based on 2 balances per individual sash. Weight and move just as smoothly in the window pocket. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to replace sash weights with spring balances. I think the alternative sash counterbalances clock spring tape balances sash springs jambliners or spiral tubes make sense if you don t want or have to open up the wall.

I am using three marvin sash packs on a restoration on a 1860 s workers cottage. If you have an access panel or have to open up the area anyway go the traditional way chain cord weight. Steel sash weights are a cheaper alternative to lead however sometimes lead needs to be used when there is not enough room in your box. Square stackable weights with our patented stackable weight system you can easily combine different size weights in any combination.

Without sash weights double hung windows may be difficult to open or won t stay open at all. 4 pull out the window sash and set it aside. Lead is often more expensive than steel or cast iron but is denser than its steel and iron counter parts we d recommend that lead weights are only used when steel or cast iron weights aren t applicable to your current work project. I am slowly restoring them but would consider the use of a jamb liner retrofit.

2 unscrew and remove the stop bead. Lead sash weights available in 600mm lengths six section sizes. 3 cut the sash cord at each side jamb. When stacked together a 3 lb weight and two 1 lb.

5 remove the pulleys from the side jambs. When this happens it is necessary to replace the cord and weights. For heavier window sashes use pullman standard balances. Pullman replacement window balancer is available for window sash weights between 4 and 13 pounds.

To determine window sash weight place any ordinary household or bathroom scale on the sill and lower the sash until its full weight is recorded. Also available in 1lb add weights for balancing windows correctly. 1 tap the blade of a putty knife.