Framing Around Inside Windows

To build a new window frame in an existing wall.

Framing around inside windows.

Parts used in interior window framing. Probe the wood to determine the extent of the rot. As wood rots it becomes punky which means it takes on a soft spongy texture. When framing always work carefully to produce a structure that presents a smooth face for the drywall.

Install adjoining pieces perfectly flush with each other. The casing is the framing that goes around the top and side edges of the window. If the window has brick molding or a flange you will need to cut back the siding to accommodate it. Casing is the decorative molding or framing around a window that is used to cover the space between the window frame or jamb and the wall.

Whether restoring old houses or building new ones that look old tom silva finds finish carpentry the most satisfying part of the job. If you have a brick wall hire a professional mason to cut an opening. Use the holes in the siding to find the inside of the new frame and measure back toward center the width of the side jamb usually about 3 4 inch 1 2 inch wiggle. There are several parts that make up the inside framing of a window.

For this project tom shows you how to install window trim that has reeded side and head casings plain corner blocks a thick stool and a dainty apron all of which he copied from the original trim. Enjoy the videos and music you love upload original content and share it all with friends family and the world on youtube.