I have reached the stage where I need to decide what to do about windows
for my barn re-build.

The original plan was to clean up and re-use the pine ones probably
fitted around WWII. However, these have been adapted to allow
ventilation suitable for housing dairy cattle and are best added to a
late bonfire.

I probably have enough Oak to make new ones (having looked at supplier
prices) but need advice on the feasibility. At present I am only
considering non-opening double glazed units of around 3'x2' and can
probably get access to a spindle moulder to cut rebates. However,
studying the originals, I can see that the sills slope, presumably to
encourage any water penetration to leave by gravity. For security
reasons, I had hoped to cut the rebates such that the glazing would be
fitted from the inside. With modern sealants, will this be OK?

Also, what rebate depth and height is required to hide the metal bezel
on current sealed double glazing units?

regards


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Tim Lamb