Installing Windows Ep.80

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[j.markkrzystofiak]

Vinyl windows have become almost a commodity item. Used to sell windows to new construction contractors in MN. The same milgard brand early on even. You’ll typically see vinyl in spec houses up to 750k in my area.
What he’s putting in would rate as one of the better designed and built brands of vinyl. Middle/high grade let’s say.

Putting a clad wood window in a house is astonishingly expensive. You’d take a $7000 package to a $25000+one. Even the composite type will easily double the cost and bust your budget.
I’d say he was spot on with his choice and I speculate he picked the very best window the project could afford.

[SnowSkate]

I see a couple issues with this installation. Now it’s probably not a huge deal because you have big overhangs, however I feel best practices dictate that you ALWAYS back caulk your window flange on three sides (top and sides) and also space the bottom flange with a horseshoe shim as to allow drainage. Just something to consider, still love this channel !

[alinic]

That tilting sill idea is brilliant !!! gonna be using that from now on.
Carpenter from Scotland so obviously we do things a bit different but wrecken ive learnt more wee tips and tricks from this channel than any other.
Keep up good work!!!!

[michael]

I saw the title and I thought "he's giving computer advice now??"

[dandyrandy]

If you want the milgard warranty with those windows they do need to be installed to milgard specs. Roofing nails do not meet their specs, also the nail not going through the nail hole does not meet milgard specs.I needed factory warranty work on a window that wasn't operating correctly called out the milgard service tech and he would do nothing because our windows were fastened wrong! we took out all the incorrect fasteners and put in correct fasteners per their paper.
also that kingspan house wrap is a very good product they also make window tape and sill flashing tape. It is best to use their products in conjunction with their waterproofing house wrap.

[JDeWittDIY]

0:08 Even if you've never seen those signals before, they sure seem pretty self-explanatory!

[calebmattix]

I have a friend that builds European style windows and doors and yes, they are functional art. I always thought he was a little overzealous concerning windows but now I see that it is industry-wide😁. Most of his work is in high end custom homes, definitely not spec houses. Keep up the good work!

[anthonyroybal]

@7:15 this window is an XOOX. X denotes window sections that operate and O denotes stationary panels. Read them left to right from the outside view.

[chrisschultz]

Windows are like a paint job, 90% prep and 10% looks. A well prepared window frame will not only look good, but function even better.

[allanbrown]

I had a house built for me back in 2000 and none of this tapping was used. Consequently when the wind blew air leaked from under the window frames. Basically I got ripped off. Have learnt so much watching your videos that if I built again it would be done properly. Thanks heaps.

[camarrs]

I started following you after you posted video of you building a low roof shed in your kids back yard. Love the context of your videos! Very humbling how you share your knowledge! Thank you!

[hkgonra]

Never seen the sill tilt method. Used to seeing them ripped down to an angle for water to drain off.

[psidvicious]

I love the dbl sill detail! Makes great sense 👍

The first thing I do when I get a new set of drawings, is rip out the door and window schedule sheets and throw them in the trash. 95% of the time, the architect has NOT consulted with YOUR specific W/D manufacturer, so they take their best educated guess at what the rough opening (RO) should be, based on their past experience. Every manufacturer makes their product a little different from each other, often times requiring different rough openings. 

Yes, I am being a bit facetious about throwing those pages away, but only a little bit. 

A wood frame structure like this, is immensely more forgiving and repairable about this detail than a concrete structure. I won’t go into all the reasons why, but suffice it to say, from someone who has seen this detail botched more times than I care to remember. If your structure is concrete or block, you’ll do yourself a tremendous favor by choosing your W/D as early in the build process as possible.

[Kodiaksr]

XOOX according to my window supplier. The X is the operating sash.

[khangtruong]

Mr. Wadsworth,

Your channel is one of the gems of YouTube. Creators like you remind me how much less I would know if I were born before the Internet. Not only do I learn useful and fulfilling skills from your videos, but you also remind me what it means to have pride in your own work, to always demand from yourself excellence, and to give and expect a fair deal. I am very grateful; I hope that I can soon show that gratitude by supporting the patreon, but I am still young, and money is tight in these times. Until I've got a bit of disposable income, I'll always watch the full ad on your videos. I understand that that provides just a little bit more revenue for you.

Thanks,

KDT

[rogermathews]

In FL due to wind zones the manufacturer calls out nailing pattern, usually every other hole. And window screws are required instead of nails for many window manufacturers. City inspectors will not let you put your window tape on before they come and check that the window is fastened properly. Every state is a little different

[WEEBER]

I found your channel b/c I'm about to build a boys' dream clubhouse for my two young sons during COVID lockdown (no playsets for them this summer, unfortunately) and you, sir, are by far, the most eloquent craftsman I've ever heard. I seriously just like listening to you talk. It doesn't matter what about, really - it could be shingles or 200lb forging hammers. Thanks so much for sharing your wealth of knowledge!

[thechickensaladsandwichman]

This is by far my favorite channel on YouTube! I have spent my life building things, my father spent his life building.... Most of my family has been in the industry in one way or another... I will personally work for free, for you, if you build another house! You have wisdom far beyond your years!!!! And I am so very eager to learn from you ❤️😊

[MadDogerFromSPB]

Hello from Russia, it's nice to watch the quality work, you will have a beautiful home!

[jimmascaro]

I hit every opening (raw wood) with either redguard or masterseal hlm5000. I get the jamb all around then an equal width on the shear. It takes me maybe an hr or 2 for a whole house with a disposable paint roller & little material in paint on membrane equating to 15-30 dollars. Then my bituthene, window & bituthene again. Bottom then sides with 1st layer which is applied aprox 1/2 way into jamb depth with careful cuts & laps in bottom corners. Clean & tight & no wrinkles. Cheap insurance is caulking (THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH BITUTHENE) on top & down side flanges to very bottom of side flange never caulk bottom flange. Fasten window plumb & sq & with mentioned even reveal with special consideration of trim aligning with other openings throughout the rm both inside & outside trim. Then bituthene sides then top outside not bottom. Lap top under house wrap or add an additional pc housewrap up to roof overhang. Bottom open allows any water to escape. Out at the coast with driving winds & rain I caulk ea edge of bituthene all around top & sides. Trim receives same - caulk all around both edges top & sides bottom left uncaulked for escape of any water that gets behind trim & it will eventually. Low expansion foam from inside all around & carefully filled. Ive had to use paint on membranes only where past employer fudged the window detail (shear was final siding - breckenridge) so I painted membrane in jamb & out to just shy of trim outline, caulked top & side flange, fastened window, painted directly onto flange after taping off window to remain visible, then ensured a sufficient lap of painted membrane onto 1st layer. Give it a day to dry then proceed as above with trim. Worked like a charm no leaks to this day. I think paint ons will soon completely replace wraps for there obvious benefits. Less build up, far less expensive, less likely to fail, & with a little planning are an easier, faster, superior method. I think paint ons will replace house wrap too. Paint the whole wall b4 you wall jack it. Inspector can still see your nail off.