How To Fix Cracked Window Putty

The only real reason to replace the putty is if it has become old and cracked or its integrity surrounding the glass has been compromised.

How to fix cracked window putty.

Wash the glass around the crack with a drop or two of dishwashing soap on a. Wear eye protection and gloves. Take the short time needed to dry. If the glazing is still in place and looks good for part of the window it can stay but it s best to completely remove any glazing that looks chipped or loose because it can prevent the new glazing from adhering as it should.

In a well ventilated area prepare a two part epoxy. To fix these cracks clean and sand the area around the crack. Repairing window putty step 1 replacing putty. Mix up the two part epoxy.

When glazing a window one of the first things you ll need to do is remove any old glazing that s chipped or damaged. If it s a hairline crack. Replacement is the answer. Bits and pieces of old putty and possibly glass shards will fly around quite a bit during scraping so eye protection is a must.

Steps to take when repairing puttying and reglazing a window place a drop cloth below the window to catch dust paint chips and pieces of old glazing. Clean the glass with dish soap. Step 3 apply the putty. Don t be tempted to just re apply new putty.

Step 2 prime newly exposed woodwork. 1 place the window frame onto a flat table.