How to Trim Exterior Windows

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[elyseruben]

2 things I noticed about your windows...
1=typically I would not put the peel and stick across the bottom as you have done because it may tend to hold water. Usually that bottom layer is just a couple inches inside your framing on the bottom.
2- I also would run the right and left pieces of trim flush at the top but down to the length of your bottom trim also to prevent possible water intrusion so you have a vertical seam not a horizontal seam.
Just a suggestion from a carpenter with over 35 years of experience

[briecheesy]

As a 20 year old who doesn't own a home, my NY resolution was to learn how to use power tools!! I have succeeded and have become a DIY queen! Makes me want to renovate a home sooo badly... Love you Joel and love watching the house come along ! Love from Australia

[petemiller]

Nice job, except that wouldn't pass up here in Canada. We require the top trim to be double flashed. One flashing directly above the window, and the second above the trim. All flashing ends also require an end dam to prevent wind driving water behind the trim. I also seal the backside of the trim with primer/sealer. Also, it's better to have the trim prouder than 1/16", that way your caulking will have more wood to stick to. Hardie recommends to extend the side trim all the way to the bottom of the bottom window trim, and not the top like you did. Reason for that is to prevent standing water to get into the end grain of the side trim. Cheers.

[ironliver]

So no one's going to mention how the first piece of trim shifts upward when he goes to grab the gun, and he nails it in anyway, making like a 3/16" gap at the bottom right corner. Then goes on to give advice "If it sucks, tear it off and redo it. Don't be scared to fix your mistakes. Don't live with a crappy job..." BUT LEAVES THE GAP! It's so big, you can still see it when the camera is 30 feet away from the house!

[shawnaboys]

Thanks Joel! I love the beats and flying sideways. It shows even perfect tutorials have their moments. 🤣😂🤷🏻‍♀️

[michelebadey]

JOEL!!!! This will be just like a brand new house, look at all your progress in a short time. Your a great teacher Joel.

[benzun]

Great job. You missed flashing the window trim on top and sides and metal flashing on top. Definitely needed if rainy climate

[texasmimi]

I just built a chicken coop and my windows just didn't look finished out. Now I know why! That will be today's job...redo the windows! Thank you for your clear instructions! I am now a subscriber! So glad I found your channel!

[victoryismyne]

Thank you for the “Furring-Strip” info — I was wondering if I could do this to bring out the Exterior Trim I’m having to work with! - 👍🏼

[equipman]

They make that same trim 1" thick. You would avoid having to shim like that, other than maybe to offset the thickness of the nailing fin.

[heidiboffitto]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge Joel!! Love watching

[geenapalmer]

Bloopers at the end are always my favorite.

[KaylaAnnB]

Going to miss your family vlog today you guys give me strength. You guys are examples of strength, God wanted you guys to be examples of that. Seeing you work on this house makes my chores look easier. Love you guys. Joel your fun to look at .... I love you bonnie! Lol

[VazM]

You’re amazing Joel...so awesome to see how your home is coming along! 💙 and I love Bonnie to the moon and back💙...you both have the most beautiful children 💙💙💙💙

[ejp]

Great info…great live shots at the end!

[marlasturgill]

Thanks for all that you share, this channel has been so helpful!!!

[wyattblakely]

When trimming starting at the bottom makes it easier to get your side pieces as absolutely tight as possible

[stevenfoust]

Construction adhesive?? I don’t think so, how about silicon like every contractor has done for the last 40yrs. You should have used a pocket screw tool to join the window casing as a unit. Joints would line up better and could be made water tight.

[shaunherring]

Looks great. I have a question on the shims. If they are not 3-1/2” wide, doesn’t the 1 x 4 sit at an angle once you nail it in place?

[JulieHewes-ltlk]

Why on earth would you not use 5/4" trim instead of the extra step of shimming? The bottom joint should always be vertical, not horizontal. I have trimmed hundreds of openings such as this, and always joint them on a bench with pocket screws, as perimeter plains are never perfect, then the joints are always perfect. The back side, against window are always back cut to allow for nailing fins. But, everyone does it differently.