trying replace basement windows but cannot find any size even close to 30x30?

Question

plz help

Answer 1

A true do-it-yourselfer would simply make a frame of 1x3 lumber, with the inner edges cut out on the outer sides. That's a simple matter to do on a bench saw. Set the blade to 3/8" and the rip fence 3/8" from the outer edge of the blade. Then make two passes on one inner corner of each frame piece. Put the frame together and measure the opening in the cutout area. Order glass cut to that size and while you're waiting on it, check to see that the frame fits the window opening. If it binds, shave a bit off. Then prime and paint, and add hinges to the top so it'll swing outward. When the glass is ready, point and glaze and you've got a brand new window to be proud of. No self-pride in going out and buying one if you consider yourself a do-it-yourselfer!

Answer 2

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Answer 3

If your budget is limited, rather than special ordering new windows, try to find some windows just under your size restrictions, and build up your framing to the new, smaller size.

Answer 4

You will need a good sawzall and 4-5 metal cutting sawzall blades. A bag of mortar mix 60 lb. just add water A small margin trowel A 4lb short handle sledge hammer and a hand brick chisel A few galvanized deck screws 1+1/2" long and a few 2+1/2" long. A 5 GALLON bucket to put old mortar in. Metal flat pry bar.Small torpedo level. Take hammer and chisel and bust out mortar at center bottom of window and on one side at the middle. Bust out enough old mortar to expose the metal of the window. Take sawzall and now cut through the old metal frame in these 2 places. Now take your pry bar and start prying out the old frame and collapse it inward. Now, the old mortar should just be on the 2 sides and the bottom. Measure your new window and put marks for sides of new window. Bust out this old mortar 2-3 inches away from sides and down on bottom. Now run 3-4 screws 1+1/2" into the sides of the window frame from the outside - leave them stick out of the frame about 3/4", these screws will be anchored into the new mortar you place around the sides of this frame. Now set your new window in the hole and bust out more mortar if needed so window set in the hole straight and level. When you have window in place shim it with blocks of wood/shims to hold it in place and run 3 screws 2+1/2" up through the top of the window frame and into the wood sill plate that runs along the top of the window. Now mix up the mortar mix in the bucket and start laying it in on the sides and bottom of the window. Don't make it too wet and put it in a layer at a time. If it starts to droop simply let it set up a little before adding more mortar. Do a little at a time. Put pc. of plastic/ large trash bag on floor to catch any mortar droppings. Smooth out mortar by wetting your trowel and smoothing over mortar. Go outside and fill/smooth out the outside as well. Slope the bottom mortar from the window frame to the block if needed. * Put blue painters tape around the face of the window frame to protect vinyl frame. When mortar is dry - just pull off blue tape. Use 1+1/2" wide blue painters tape. Now if you want - you can in about 1 week add some tapcon (concrete screws) through the window frame sides going into the new mortar on the sides.

Answer 5

first...30x30 is a big window.....esp for the basement...that said.....look into Marvin or eagle windows....both make stock or custome...if it doesnt need to operate...look into Andersen Flexi Frame..or Integrity Polygon....both should less expensive as well.

Answer 6

If you have older windows that have wooden frames .You can simply replace the glass after sanding ect the wooden frame.
You have to go to a "glass" shop..or a place that cuts glass.

Answer 7

another alternative is to look for 6 in. glass blocks...these are not easy to install but you may be able to find prelaid glass block panels at lowes or home depot.you cant beat the insulating value of glass blocks

Answer 8

You could always change the size of the opening...and get new ones that will fit.

Answer 9

Lowes and Home Depot will order you custom windows....

Answer 10

Go to your lumber yard.
They can order custom sizes