When I try and open the bottom half of the sash window, it won't stay up - it keeps on closing and has already broken a pane. Is there something I could do to keep it up. I was thinking of drilling holes in the frame and putting a peg to keep them up. Any other DIY ideas?
2007-07-25 17:19:52 · 3 answers · asked by J K 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
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2007-07-25 22:22:45 · answer #1 · answered by william v 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sash Window Stays
2016-12-12 19:32:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-23 21:29:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Donna is part right.
If there are pulley fittings at the top of the groove the sash slides in, there are counterweights concealed in the window frame, (behind the trim).
Most of the time there is a removable panel in the groove, (probably painted over), to allow you to access the weight area and reconnect the weights with a new rope, (cotton clothesline is fine), and balance the sash so it stays where you put it.
You may have to remove the trim to do it.
2007-07-25 18:32:34 · answer #4 · answered by Irv S 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your sash cord/chain is broken.
You need to remove the lower sash, and on each side is a plate screwed on. Under that plate is a sash weight (a long lead weight) that attaches to the sash through a pulley system.
2007-07-26 04:22:42 · answer #5 · answered by strech 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best solution is to have a new modern vinyl window installed. Me, I painted a nice piece of 1/2" x 1/2" the same color as the window frame and prop it up in the window slot on either side. Blends right in and works like a charm!
2007-07-25 17:28:49 · answer #6 · answered by Rich D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is because the old ropes that are on wheel pullies on the sides is worn out. I just get an old yard stick and use the measured cut piece to hold up. When you want to close the window, just take the stick away, and lay flat on the sill out of the way. You will know where it is when you need it again.
A window fan will help hold it up to when in use.
2007-07-25 17:27:40 · answer #7 · answered by donna D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2014-08-17 05:10:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to Your hardware store they have shims to hold the window up .
2007-07-25 17:29:02 · answer #9 · answered by canivieu 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋