How To Glaze Old Windows 

In preparation to reglaze a beautiful old arch-topped window, I've been looking at various "how-to" videos on RU-vid, and this video is by far the most helpful and informative of the bunch. Thanks for posting this, and in the future, when I am looking for info on another project, I will definitely check out videos from TheCraftsmanBlog first. Thanks again!

I always treat the inside of the sash with some linseed oil before I bed or glaze. If you don't, the wood will suck some of the oil out of the putty and cause a gap to open. To do this I use a small glue brush. And be careful about rags and linseed oil. The wadded rags will spontaneously ignite if wadded up.

"Little nerds will fall off" lol. Great Job from a true craftsman!

Wonderful video. Loved that you showed two ways to apply the putty. Most guys show one way, their way, as if nothing else could possibly ever work. The attention to detail and showing what a pro job looks like was also a really classy touch. Not sure mine will even approximate this one, but feel I can at least tackle the job with a modicum of ability.

Great instructional video, Scott! I'll have to try the Sarco Type M glazing putty. Looks like it's easier to work with than the brands available at Home Depot!

You made it look so easy !

Great video! Great tutorial! Great camera work!

Thanks - this was _really_ useful. I'm about to renovate an old wooden window frame that needs new putty, preserver and woodstain and I intend to remove any glazing points and old putty in the rebates (I think you called them "rabbits") and put the glass back in place with new points and putty. I also have to replace some rotten sections of wood. I can also remove 3 opening windows from the frame to do this on a bench, as you did. I'm very grateful for your clear advice and pratical guidance.

Thanks for the information. It really helps. I'm having a hard time with my metal sash, what would I use to hold the glass while I apply the putty since the glazing points don't go in. and where'd you get that cool putty knife? Might I also suggest a better camera, the thin view is less desirable then a typical 4:3 or 16:9 ratio.

Whiting? I keep cruising glazing videos to try and understand if whiting has any purpose beyond tradition. Do you just start with clean components, then after all the prep and painting is finished you simply grab soap or windex like any other glass? Do early fingerprints and linseed smears stain the glass or can't be cleaned later? The need or function of whiting is kinda lost on me to the point that I might not use it because nobody mentions it as useful, like it's function has been superseded over time with modern methods.

Thanks, great video. I really wish someone would address the ENTIRE process with the window IN PLACE (including stripping glazing & paint). I am currently working on my front window which has an exact-copy storm window on top of it. I was able to remove the storm to work on that in the garage, but the actual house window must stay in place. They are both 5x7 feet with 6 lights each. Each light is 17.5" high x 36" long. About 1/2 the glazing on the outside practically fell out of the window... the rest is requiring some doing; last evening, I made a tiny crack in one of the lights trying to get the glazing out... dammit! I am only 5'2" tall & have had to come up with some creative ways to work on this (unable to rent or borrow scaffolding). I'd love to see some creative tips & video showing how to effectively remove that remaining glazing, glazing vertically/in place (especially the upper rabbets), & the challenges of getting large lights in & out without breaking them!! :)

Do you have a video about what to do when the muntin is broken?

On double hung windows that are 1X1 over lights (one large pane of glass per sash) would you still recommend going with the 3/8" points, or the 1/2"?

thank you!

? 1. Some 20 years ago I did some restoration & vaguely remember priming the wood with oil base primer, drying well, back bedding, then putting the glass in and priming the glass.... ? before puttying. I wonder if I remember that correctly. If some of the old timers do it that way... and best of all what is your take on priming the glass - why & why not. ?2. the last few days reading I ran across something saying after waiting for the putty to skim over, to not prime after puttying but to paint with good enamel (didn't say if it was oil / or water base). I thought I remember using oil base primer after the putty skims over. will you clarify that. 3. Thanks for great videos & your blog & store. Love being able to find the best products for the job!!!

I'm curious where you got the push driver you are using for the diamond points. Did you cut that down from a typical push driver or is there somewhere that you can purchase one of those?

Ooo - no portrait video framing, better sound please! Great info!

What do you use for priming the entire sash when the wood is dry? I've seen some posts about BLOPentine and clear wood preservative, and I'm not sure the best method or order for using..

great video,when you put the glazing points in on the side you did,do you do the other side also.i am a rookie so bare with me.thanks

I'm not worthy! Great tutorial!

Is dap 33 just as good as the Sarco M?

Thanks so much! I would have been slopping putty all over.

If Your Windows Rattles , Time to move Out to the City Boy !! Great Job Guys :)

good stuff

how long does it take to dry? does it ever get hard?

Nice if you can remove the whole window and have a good work bench. We 'po folk have to glaze in place....

Your phone doesn't work in landscape moed?

Sarco putty might be the best but too expensive.i would only use for high end work which pays more.buy cheaper putty like dap,warm up and knead in linseed oil...

Good tutorial. But the camera work was nauseating. Had to watch it in small sections.

pinterst brought me here great video btw

How do I get this stuff off of my hands easily?

I love the smell of window glaze

Had to look it up, they are "rabbets".

It's actually a re-bate not a rabbit..... Maybe it's an American term..

+hi

1 sixteenth not enough,too thin.1 eighth

Woodglut has very good and accurate plans.

Woodglut plans are amazing!

Stodoys plans Blueprints has some very useful blueprints with all the details you need.

I made it by myself. I used Woodprix woodworking plans for that.