On Fri, 22 Feb 2008 14:07:38 GMT, "Smarty" wrote:

I have just returned from shopping for windows to replace old, damaged
windows in my 60 year old home.

Both brands I have looked at, Marvin and Anderson, offer either "new
construction" windows which demand that the interior casing and trim be
removed, or "replacement" windows which fit into the interior opening
creating by removing only some of the original window.

The big advantage of the "replacement" windows is that they do not require
paint, wallpaper, and possibly bathroom marble wall trim repairs /
replacements, whereas the "new" style forces the interior rework.

Am I giving up anything by using the "replacement" style?? They certainly
are preferable from an installation simplicity perspective.

Thanks for any opinions and comments in advance.

Smarty


A replacement is fine. Some will have nail fins others will not. The
replacement window will require least demo in the work area.

Ensure you have repaired any "moisture wrap", tucked, secured on the
exterior. If the replacement has nail fins, lay a good bead of
silicone caulk along the opening edge and nail the fins.

Think of how the water flows outside along the moisture barrier, so to
keep away from and down the wall. not leaking at the window.
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Oren