Jalousie Removal and Replacement Completed

A little over a month ago we started a job by removing some jalousie windows from and front porch that was converted to living space. We finished up early last week and they turned out great. Here are photos that show somewhat of a progression.

Window frame scribed to the siding

Window frame scribed around the tapered corner post

Completed opening with old jalousie in the background.

 We framed in the window by first making and fitting the frames on site.  There really wasn't another way to do it.  Porches by their nature have a slope to them and space between the posts was out of square about two inches, so it was definitely a custom install.  These weren't the kind of windows we could make in the shop and just come pop in.  Every piece had to be custom fit to the opening. 

Israel the Artisan

Yenier cutting in the hinges

Windows fit to the opening

Sash removed, Israel starts his prep work so he can paint. 

 Once the sash fit the opening it was time for the detail work to begin. 

Yenier shaves a hair off the sash with a filister plane

Yenier adjusting a hinge

Israel beginning his priming.

Danny installing the weatherstripping

Israel and Danny clean the glass and start the punch out.

Antique wavy glass for every lite in the sash

An old school crank operator. 

 All in all it was a very satisfying job to complete.  We love doing things like removing windows that are in appropriate for the house and adding something more period and aesthetically pleasing.  The client was well pleased, being sure to let us know how happy he was with the work we completed.  We appreciate the opportunity to show off what we can do - and this was the perfect opportunity.