New Window in an Old Wall

Five steps, four hours, one window, zero mess
by Rick Arnold

A remodeling contractor offers a simple plan for marking, cutting, and framing an opening for a new window. His approach is work from the outside as much as possible to minimize the mess.

From Fine Homebuilding 154, pp. 58-63
May 1, 2003

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Installing | Finish Carpentry | Remodeling | Windows | Framing | Walls
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