How To Remove Wood Siding Around Window

Prepare to do some carpentry.

How to remove wood siding around window.

Replacing the wood isn t terribly complicated but the problem usually goes further than you might thing. Probe the wood to determine the extent of the rot. Before you can fix the problem you need to know how big the problem is. Be careful not to damage the sheathing of your home.

Discover the size of the problem. Fill the gaps using a rotted wood repair kit. Check for any other damage including the siding and framing. If needed you will have to remove more than just the wood around the window.

Using 120 grit sandpaper lightly hand sand the putty flush with the surrounding wood. 11 easy steps on how to replace rotted wood around a window. Scrape the side of the window trim next to the siding and the immediate edge of the lap siding with a paint scraper to remove old caulk and loose paint. If you plan on using the trim again take care while removing it so it doesn t become damaged.

Then simply use a pry bar and a hammer to remove the trim. To gauge how bad the problem is go around the entire window frame applying pressure to the wood every 2 3 inches 5 1 7 6 cm with your fingertip or a small tool like an awl or screwdriver. So before we get started learning. Then use a cat s paw to pry out the nails holding the old window in place or you can use a reciprocating saw or mini hacksaw to cut through the nails.

Sometimes there are little pieces of wood between the window and the wooden studs that hold the window tight. Use a hammer or a drill to take out any nails or screws that are holding the window in place. As wood rots it becomes punky which means it takes on a soft spongy texture. Then lightly sand the casings corner blocks stool and apron.

Place contact tape or heavy masking tape on the window glass to prevent breakage during removal. Remove old caulk from around the window. Wipe away all sanding dust with a tack rag then apply a coat of stain and varnish or primer and paint.