Removing Bottom Sash Vinyl Window

In order to dislodge these tabs from the window frame you ll have to push up on the right side or left it doesn t matter much of the sash.

Removing bottom sash vinyl window.

We are going to show you how to remove the sash the operable portion of the window. Remove the lower jamb liner completely away from the window frame. Pull the top of the window sash towards you tilting it into the room until it is horizontal. Hold it firmly as it can swing in unexpectedly.

Place one hand on the top half of the lower jamb liner and pull the bottom of the lower jamb liner away from the window frame. Remove this type of vinyl jamb liner by working a stiff putty knife between the window stop and the track. The stops are vertical bars in the inside edge of the window frame in front of the sash. Download instructions for more information.

Grab the vinyl edge with one hand then pry the knife outward to release the jamb liner and avoid damaging the wood stop. Lift up on one side of the tilt out sash while holding the other side of the sash stationary. Properly remove single hung window sash this video will show you the proper way to remove the operable part of the window known as the sash. Mi windows doors training segment demonstrating the proper way to remove and replace a top or bottom sash in a double hung window.

Your sash has two metal tabs that hold it in the window frame. Don t be afraid to ask a friend with this step. Remove the stops that hold the sash in the window frame. Remove the stops either by unscrewing them from the window frame or if no screws are used by prying them away from the frame using a small pry bar or large screwdriver.

The bottom of the window will pull out when the sash is lifted. Also if you re concerned about the window glass breaking put masking tape in an x over the glass before you start lifting it out. Then push the sash in toward the side that you pushed up. This will allow you to remove the sash from the frame.

There are tabs at the top of the double hung window that you must can pull to remove it from the frame. Flathead screwdriver safety glasses and gloves.