On Fri, 3 Sep 2004 18:21:58 -0400, "orangetrader"
wrote:

(1) What is the best way to install plywood over the windows? Should I
cover the window and then drill in Tapcon to attach to the walls at the
corners? or is it better to use mansory anchors, and then drill holes on the
wood, fit over and fasten with nuts? This way I can reuse the anchors next
time. Plywood cannot be used once they get wet.

In the past I have used concrete screws to anchor the plywood to the
wall. Problem is that after 3 or four times the holes start wallering
out and the concrete screws don't hold anymore. While I am painting I
plan to drill them all out and use lead anchors.

Your plywood will be fine if you allow it to dry before you store it.
Eventually it will start to delaminate but in this use it will last
you a lifetime.


(2) Is it better to fit one big sheet over large windows, or fit a few
narrower strips vertically? I saw someone cut into strips and installed
them separately, wonder why other than it's easier to install (lighter
weight), assuming the same number of screws of course.

I use big sheets. Don't have any scientific foundation for doing so
though.


(3) Have two rear windows with burglar casing, what is the best way to
protect those? Plywood won't fit over.

Will it fit under? Maybe you could slide it between the burglar bars
and the windows and then attach it at top and bottom.


(4) If the window is 48" high X 36" wide, and the plywood is 60"x80", would
you cover it horizontally, vertically, or cut to smaller size to fit? Which
will give best protection?

I have all of mine cut about six inches bigger than the window. Again
I have no basis for this other than thats the way all the pro's did it
on the area businesses so I followed suit.

Steve B.