Table of Contents Window Fitters Guide to Window Installation ©2022 AWDI, LLC Do not reproduce without permission Introduction Window Styles and Design Choices.......................................... Tools and Hardware and Supplies............................................. Application, Shimming, Fastening & Caulking ........................ Shims and Proper Shimming .................................................... 5 Critical Weather Barriers ...................................................... Proper Caulking ....................................................................... Picking the Proper Sealant(s) ................................................... Insulating Frame Pockets .......................................................... Spray Foam Insulation .............................................................. Proper Flashing, Sill Pans, Vapor Barriers , Drip Caps .......... Accurate Measurement ............................................................. Measuring Variances & Frame Depths ..................................... Various Openings made from Removals ................................. Other Important Measurements .............................................. Frame-In Box Frame Installation (Pocket Install) .................... Frame-In versus Frame-Out ....................................................... Wood Frame-Out Sequence ...................................................... Metal Frame-Out Sequence ...................................................... Nailing Fin Frame-Out ............................................................... Universal Replacement of Old Finned Windows ..................... Outside-In Installation of Box Frame Windows ...................... Replacing Old PVC Pocket Windows ...................................... Installing Casement & Awning Windows ................................ Installing Box Frame Sliding Windows .................................... Installing Bay, Bow & Garden Windows .................................. Replacing Steel Windows ......................................................... Replacing Aluminum Windows ................................................ Installing Windows in Masonry Openings .............................. Installing Jump Frame ............................................................... Installing Basement Windows .................................................. Combining Two or More Windows .......................................... Structural Mulls ......................................................................... Replacing Combination Windows ........................................... 1 2 5 6 8 9 11 12 15 17 22 25 27 28 30 36 38 40 42 43 48 50 54 57 59 66 69 73 74 75 77 80 81 SAMPLE MANUAL
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