Doors and Windows - Rotted molding around window
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fixit123
09-08-08, 10:01 AM
The molding around my kitchen window was rotted in places so I removed it. What can I do to refinish the window with a no maintenance solution, that is something that won't need painting, meets code and won't leak? The photo of it is at http://i453.photobucket.com/albums/qq258/fixit123/04MAY20082152.jpg.
Gunguy45
09-08-08, 10:41 AM
Vinyl trim board is available, most Box stores and Building supplys. It looks too wide to use regular PVC prickmold (2 1/4"), but that could be just the picture.
I'd definitely clean off that foam and get some flashing tape up there.
I'd definitely clean off that foam and get some flashing tape up there.
Just Bill
09-08-08, 04:35 PM
What gunguy said. Vinyl or composite trim, brickmold or flat is readily available at big box, lumberyards.
fixit123
09-09-08, 05:53 AM
The width around the window to the J channel is about 4 inches, too wide for brick molding. Does waterproofing need to be added first - vapor barrier/tyvek and/or roofing felt and/or flashing? With molding is it caulked at the window border and the J channel? If caulked at the J channel will that cause problems if it can't move with temperature?
Gunguy45
09-09-08, 07:12 AM
Thats why I said clean it up and use the flashing tape. The rubberized stuff on a roll. Bottom first, then sides, then top, overlapping the joints.
Caulking the joints as described is standard practice. I like something like Dynaflex 230 by DAP. It sticks and looks like a silicone, stays flexible, tools well, and is water cleanup. It will allow plenty of flex. I'm sure there are other types just as good.
Caulking the joints as described is standard practice. I like something like Dynaflex 230 by DAP. It sticks and looks like a silicone, stays flexible, tools well, and is water cleanup. It will allow plenty of flex. I'm sure there are other types just as good.