Thank you for your help!!!! Because of you, I was able to replace 10 sills and all the associated brick molds. I used PVC and cut all of the miters with a plastic miter box. Oh, I bought a cheap ($29) oscillating saw for removing the sills and tho it was inexpensive, it did the job just fine, even after hitting a couple of nails.
Thanks for actually using sill material and nose. All the videos online just show people using whatever, 1x6, cedar, pine, and cut it into place. Windowsill is much better and easier.
one thing i would definitely add is primer and paint (before installation) on any fresh cut hidden surfaces especially on the bottom of the vertical, 22 degree piece, seen at the 7:30 second mark. after a few years, even if calked properly, the calk will break away, and it WILL wick up water like a sponge, especially on vertical pieces, - starting the fungus/rotting process all over again..
Thanks for the tips Chris. Ive got a big project coming up & im gonna have to fix a bunch of window sills at a house i bought. This was very informative!!
You made it seem easy for the DIY-ers. Thank you very much Chris for sharing your skills and knowledge. I know I will take 4 times, if not 10 times the length of time you took.. lol.
Well, he's not showing what it did to the interior trim, when he bashed the stool up and out. That'd beat the hell out of the interior trim. His demolition is rough, mighty rough.
Great video. Do you simply use place a finish nail into the front of the nose piece to hold both the sill and nose? ie: do not place any nails or screws into the top of the new sill.
Matt, Great show. Got in at the end and knew you wouldn't see my comment so just watched to the end. Lindsay walking by at the end was funny. Surprised she didn’t hold the kids up going by. Lindsay, Matt is right, dont go to Ireland. Bad juju over there for you…. just kidding. Great place and the kids woiuld love it so wait a couple years.
Awesome video. Very instructive and I'm going to use this as a guide when I replace my brick molds and sills. I would have liked to have seen the inside of the window when you pryed the upper part of the sill away. It appears that you pries upward. Looking at my windows (which are a nearly identical design) the interior part of the sill looks to slide inward laterally instead of upward/downward. I guess I'll cross that bridge and figure it out when I come to it. Again thank you for such an excellent a d instuctive video. I will be watching and liking more of your videos.
This was a very very helpful video, I've watched a few of your videos and I've found them to be very easy DIYs to accomplish... or you just make it look easy, nonetheless thank you.
I've used PVC. I think its great for preventing future rot. I've encountered a few windows that have had PVC on them for a quite a few years and they seem to be lasting great.
Chris, When you removed the original piece, there was insulation that you pulled out. l'm watching you set in the replacement wood but you did show new insulation being done.
@@ChrisSilverman can you find thinner sills. The pocket windows we bought were measured to be a 1/2 smaller but for a few windows Lowe’s decided to make it a 1/4 shorter basically leaving little room to fit the window.
I'm impressed how smooth you work thank you for the video, What you call the wood you used on the sill and how long does it take you the project , I'm starting a handyman business would love to know the time frame
Gotta be honest...did NOT think you were goona get anything done...BUT i was wrong. Nice job! Only question..what kind of trim is that that covers the sill at 6:26?
Matthew G Thank you. On the inside there is an apron and a stool. I think I called the apron a curtain in the video. The board going into the sill is called a sill nose.
Here in Australia our window sills are made of a hardwood, I'm just replacing few that are over 80 yrs old ,by looks of the timber he's cutting out looks like pine or something very soft beside been rotten.
Hey Chris just saw your video. Nice job. Quick question, can you cut out the inside window sill the same way you did the outer one and are the replacement parts the same. I have termite damage on my inner sill. Thanks brother.
Not to find fault, but I noticed you did not add sealer to the lower brick moulding,to stop water from wicking up and rotting.I learned this the hard way, I paint the bottom.
Just watched the video where you replaced the window brick molding. Two questions;1what type of caulking are you using and 2 is the process the same if you use the pvc moulding
I’m using 20min fast dry dap acrylic caulk and yes the process is the exact same when you use pvc. I have had a lot of people use pvc instead of wood because there is zero chance of it rotting again. However, caulk may break easier due to the expansion/shrinkage of pvc so that is something to have in mind long term.
Hey, I have a quick question. I have a really old house, so I'm replacing the window sill as you did. It's a 7 1/2 wide piece. So I'll have to go with a 2x10 piece and rip it to match the size. My question is, would it be worth it to leave it at a wider piece to increase how far the sill sticks out, or best just to match it? Also, I'm just planning on using regular pine and giving it a good all around coating of latex paint before I slap it in, would treated lumber be better?
I tried treated lumber once. It wasn't the best because it had to be custom cut and didn't fit the best. It is definitely better to match it with the appropriate sill.
@@rustedhorsepower5132 You may choose to look at "Radiata Pine" as it is being used on exterior applications by Jeff Sweenor on recent episodes of "This Old House". It is farmed in New Zealand, trimmed each year to reduce knots and treated and sold in many sizes. If you only have one window to do, go with whats local, but if you can find a facebook page for Jeff Sweenor, you may asked him about his experience with it. He joined the This Old House crew on the "Net-Zero" house and a "New Products" home shown in season 40. The species grows in central coastal areas of California but its currently being planted in Australia but perhaps special treatment is used in New Zealand as it is close to the US Eastern seaboard. There are a number of suppliers signed up to sell it for this purpose on exterior applications.
@@rustedhorsepower5132 Depending on thickness and width, some use a quality stair treads in several common species as well. These are found at most any home improvement store sold each. Since New Zealand is just off the NE coast, it is easy to get product shipped into the states. Just don't forget the sill tilts down at 15 - 22 degrees but more important have a dado cut on outside bottom lip to break waters surface tension to allow for water to drip off. Use a saved cut section of the old to get angle and drip edge location to match others not being repaired. Also, use a quality oil-based sealer on all sides, let dry and apply a second coat. Using a silicone sealant inside to help seal water intrusion under the brick moulding and the siding. Tommy, from "This Old House" sprayed a low-expanding foam under the sill just as he was installing the sill. This not only provide insulation but as it expands, lifts the sill plate upward to provide a nice looking connection to the inside trim plate or stool as they call it. ASE Master Tech since 1978 / Retired
Unfortunately no. The wooden door threshold is a little different and actually requires a customized piece to be made. I haven’t found a stock threshold for the door.
i agree. I like this video, and I thank the maker, and it was a good job - but flashing under the siding at the top, and injected foam under the new sill and behind the brick molds would have made it a great job.
You should glue, epoxy, or use construction adhesive on the outer part to seal up that gap so it can't get wet or that repair won't last 5 years. Even calk would be better.
I just watched your video linked from another one and loved it! Easy to follow, I'm going to try it out! Also, I just realized youre in Raleigh!! I'm in raleigh too! I would love to learn more!
You can get the window sill and the nose piece for the sill at Home Depot or Lowe’s hardware store. There is a link in the description if that is helpful as well.
I was wondering the same thing... He also cut through the shitty water barrier on the sill and didn't repair it. I guess its job security. That said, he did get in and out of the job real quick.
Sad but true. I actually liked a lot of his work other than the fact that he doesn’t have anything to wipe his finger on to draw a clean caulking line and he didn’t end prime any of the wood so to your point yes that shit will rot out faster than the original slower growth timber.
Triangle cut is nice trick. But all 6 sides of that brick mold needs to be primed or you are leaving it open to rot again. Or use PVC - which has it’s own issues. Also, clearly you are handy and accurate cutting freehand with a saw on the ground or truckbed because you use one every day. For mortals, get a hand miter saw or get / rent a powered miter saw. It will make those precise angled cuts WAY easier.
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There's a special place in Heaven for those who share such helpful detailed information. Thanks!
So nice of you!
An artist you are! I love to watch a skilled man lend his talents when his heart is. You bring a the confidence out of pure strangers.INCREDIBLE!
Thank you for your help!!!! Because of you, I was able to replace 10 sills and all the associated brick molds. I used PVC and cut all of the miters with a plastic miter box. Oh, I bought a cheap ($29) oscillating saw for removing the sills and tho it was inexpensive, it did the job just fine, even after hitting a couple of nails.
I have a oscillating saw too, I just have to find it.
Damn, you make this looks so easy! I'm avoiding tackling a large window in my house. But you've given me some added courage. Thanks.
Yeah, me too.
Nothing like aluminium frames but this movie is about rotten wood and definitely you are more than a carpenter.
You are a professional work-of-arts!
Thanks for actually using sill material and nose. All the videos online just show people using whatever, 1x6, cedar, pine, and cut it into place. Windowsill is much better and easier.
one thing i would definitely add is primer and paint (before installation) on any fresh cut hidden surfaces especially on the bottom of the vertical, 22 degree piece, seen at the 7:30 second mark. after a few years, even if calked properly, the calk will break away, and it WILL wick up water like a sponge, especially on vertical pieces, - starting the fungus/rotting process all over again..
Thanks for the tips Chris. Ive got a big project coming up & im gonna have to fix a bunch of window sills at a house i bought. This was very informative!!
You made it seem easy for the DIY-ers. Thank you very much Chris for sharing your skills and knowledge. I know I will take 4 times, if not 10 times the length of time you took.. lol.
Well, he's not showing what it did to the interior trim, when he bashed the stool up and out. That'd beat the hell out of the interior trim. His demolition is rough, mighty rough.
One of the original carpenters ... clever problem solving, good dexterity, didactic talent, great video,. Thanks!
A few critical items were missed nonetheless.
Thank you. Watched so many others and was still lost. You r clear and concise. Thank you.
good helpful video. You make it look so easy. I have to start that project.
Useful information for a DIY guy in the UK thanks for posting.
Great video. Do you simply use place a finish nail into the front of the nose piece to hold both the sill and nose? ie: do not place any nails or screws into the top of the new sill.
OMG CHRIS........YOU ARE CRACKING ME UP! THANKS FOR THE VIDEO, YOU MAKE IT LOOK EASY!
Nice job! I liked your "V" shaped cut and just used that technique myself last weekend
Great video. Wished you live in Florida as it is hard to find a skilled carpenter. Trying to convince my husband we can do this!
Matt, Great show. Got in at the end and knew you wouldn't see my comment so just watched to the end. Lindsay walking by at the end was funny. Surprised she didn’t hold the kids up going by.
Lindsay, Matt is right, dont go to Ireland. Bad juju over there for you…. just kidding. Great place and the kids woiuld love it so wait a couple years.
Awesome video. Very instructive and I'm going to use this as a guide when I replace my brick molds and sills. I would have liked to have seen the inside of the window when you pryed the upper part of the sill away. It appears that you pries upward. Looking at my windows (which are a nearly identical design) the interior part of the sill looks to slide inward laterally instead of upward/downward. I guess I'll cross that bridge and figure it out when I come to it. Again thank you for such an excellent a d instuctive video. I will be watching and liking more of your videos.
Great video...by the way the piece of trim under the sile is called the apron.
This was a very very helpful video, I've watched a few of your videos and I've found them to be very easy DIYs to accomplish... or you just make it look easy, nonetheless thank you.
Are those material sold out everywhere? Can't seem to find it at home depot
Tom Silva should watch this. Good vid, thanks.
Great video! Have you ever used PVC window sills? I was wondering what your take is on using this material?
I've used PVC. I think its great for preventing future rot. I've encountered a few windows that have had PVC on them for a quite a few years and they seem to be lasting great.
Best video yet. very detailed. thank you
You are an artist...I add your daughters musst be beautiful with red hair and blue eyes. 😊😊
Thank you...I think I'm ready to tackle replacing rotted window sills
Chris, When you removed the original piece, there was insulation that you pulled out. l'm watching you set in the replacement wood but you did show new insulation being done.
Great video. If you plan on replacement windows will the supplier remove the sills? Without sills are the windows larger in size?
In most cases the sills will stay in place with new window installs. The new window usually sits on top of it.
@@ChrisSilverman can you find thinner sills. The pocket windows we bought were measured to be a 1/2 smaller but for a few windows Lowe’s decided to make it a 1/4 shorter basically leaving little room to fit the window.
What’s this stuff called at the big box stores? Not having much luck with “window sill” or sill nose
hi! how much does it cost in materials to replace a window sill a 48 inches? I don’t want to replace a window, is it possible to do it on your own?
Thanks man! That';s a good tour of what I'll be taking up soon so its gotta help. I have no idea what Im doing.
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I'm impressed how smooth you work thank you for the video, What you call the wood you used on the sill and how long does it take you the project , I'm starting a handyman business would love to know the time frame
Gotta be honest...did NOT think you were goona get anything done...BUT i was wrong. Nice job! Only question..what kind of trim is that that covers the sill at 6:26?
Matthew G Thank you. On the inside there is an apron and a stool. I think I called the apron a curtain in the video. The board going into the sill is called a sill nose.
Hey man, great video, I have an old home and I need to do this repair
Here in Australia our window sills are made of a hardwood, I'm just replacing few that are over 80 yrs old ,by looks of the timber he's cutting out looks like pine or something very soft beside been rotten.
Great video! I couldn't stop watching you 😀 Before and after at the end would of been the closing deal. 🏠🏠🏠 I subscribed!
What kind of sealant did you use at the top, for the brick moulding?
I used acrylic caulking
I’m up in Richmond va...you travel? I need 6 sills replaced from rot.
This was super educational. Thanks for such an informative presentation.
Hey Chris just saw your video. Nice job. Quick question, can you cut out the inside window sill the same way you did the outer one and are the replacement parts the same. I have termite damage on my inner sill. Thanks brother.
Not to find fault, but I noticed you did not add sealer to the lower brick moulding,to stop water from wicking up and rotting.I learned this the hard way, I paint the bottom.
I was wondering about that too. When he put the brick moulding in at the bottom I was like, "No sealant?? Nothing??"
Just watched the video where you replaced the window brick molding. Two questions;1what type of caulking are you using and 2 is the process the same if you use the pvc moulding
I’m using 20min fast dry dap acrylic caulk and yes the process is the exact same when you use pvc. I have had a lot of people use pvc instead of wood because there is zero chance of it rotting again. However, caulk may break easier due to the expansion/shrinkage of pvc so that is something to have in mind long term.
@@ChrisSilverman thank you for your help
Wood was used about 5 years ago and it started rotting about a year ago. It is in need to be replaced now. Most ends are cut about 45 degrees right
Thanks for the video. Where did you get the two piece sill stock? Does it come pre-primed? I make my own and it's a lot more time consuming.
AbbieHoffmansGhost You can find the sill and sill nose pieces premade at either Home Depot or Lowe’s home improvement.
My local Home Depot and Lowe’s don’t have them. Maybe because of COVID 19 they are having problems getting wood.
Pizza pie, all the way through, feels good.. got it
Hey, I have a quick question. I have a really old house, so I'm replacing the window sill as you did. It's a 7 1/2 wide piece. So I'll have to go with a 2x10 piece and rip it to match the size. My question is, would it be worth it to leave it at a wider piece to increase how far the sill sticks out, or best just to match it? Also, I'm just planning on using regular pine and giving it a good all around coating of latex paint before I slap it in, would treated lumber be better?
I tried treated lumber once. It wasn't the best because it had to be custom cut and didn't fit the best. It is definitely better to match it with the appropriate sill.
@@ChrisSilverman thank you, I'll stick to the same size
@@rustedhorsepower5132 You may choose to look at "Radiata Pine" as it is being used on exterior applications by Jeff Sweenor on recent episodes of "This Old House".
It is farmed in New Zealand, trimmed each year to reduce knots and treated and sold in many sizes. If you only have one window to do, go with whats local, but if you can find a facebook page for Jeff Sweenor, you may asked him about his experience with it. He joined the This Old House crew on the "Net-Zero" house and a "New Products" home shown in season 40.
The species grows in central coastal areas of California but its currently being planted in Australia but perhaps special treatment is used in New Zealand as it is close to the US Eastern seaboard. There are a number of suppliers signed up to sell it for this purpose on exterior applications.
@@deankay4434 wow, sounds cool. Alot of good stuff comes from new Zealand
@@rustedhorsepower5132 Depending on thickness and width, some use a quality stair treads in several common species as well. These are found at most any home improvement store sold each.
Since New Zealand is just off the NE coast, it is easy to get product shipped into the states. Just don't forget the sill tilts down at 15 - 22 degrees but more important have a dado cut on outside bottom lip to break waters surface tension to allow for water to drip off. Use a saved cut section of the old to get angle and drip edge location to match others not being repaired.
Also, use a quality oil-based sealer on all sides, let dry and apply a second coat. Using a silicone sealant inside to help seal water intrusion under the brick moulding and the siding.
Tommy, from "This Old House" sprayed a low-expanding foam under the sill just as he was installing the sill. This not only provide insulation but as it expands, lifts the sill plate upward to provide a nice looking connection to the inside trim plate or stool as they call it.
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thanks dude! helped a lot for what i'm about to do. cheers mate.
Did you use a finish or framing nailer?
16 gauge finish nailer with 2 1/2” nails
Would this work on my door step? It’s completely rotted like this. Idk what else to do 🤷🏻♂️
Unfortunately no. The wooden door threshold is a little different and actually requires a customized piece to be made. I haven’t found a stock threshold for the door.
@@ChrisSilverman thanks for response
@@ChrisSilverman I tried bondo. Didn’t work to well!
The board below the inside STOOL, or ledge, is called the APRON.....
It was fun to watch dude!
I just get a kick out of your easy going personality !!
Do you not need flashing? Or to replace the insulation you took out?
i agree. I like this video, and I thank the maker, and it was a good job - but flashing under the siding at the top, and injected foam under the new sill and behind the brick molds would have made it a great job.
Chris invest in a Fein Tool. I don’t know how I’ve done 30 years without one.
You should glue, epoxy, or use construction adhesive on the outer part to seal up that gap so it can't get wet or that repair won't last 5 years. Even calk would be better.
Where did you get the wood that fit together on the bottom.
I got it from Home Depot
I just watched your video linked from another one and loved it! Easy to follow, I'm going to try it out! Also, I just realized youre in Raleigh!! I'm in raleigh too! I would love to learn more!
Thank you, I need all the help I can get.
Where do you buy the new window sill wood?
You can get the window sill and the nose piece for the sill at Home Depot or Lowe’s hardware store. There is a link in the description if that is helpful as well.
This is super helpful, thank you!!!
This dude is the man !
You didn't want to prime/paint the bottom of the new sill?
I was wondering the same thing... He also cut through the shitty water barrier on the sill and didn't repair it. I guess its job security. That said, he did get in and out of the job real quick.
Isn't it PVC?
Where did you buy the window sill and nose?
I got both the sill and the nose from Home Depot in the trim section. They supply both wood and pvc. Lowe’s hardware store also carries window sills
Thank you for the reply. Last time i went in HD they guy looked for it in the trim section. Maybe i have to order online.
Would you say that all the window sill come in a standard measure?
They are usually longer than the window so you would have to cut them down to size.
@@ChrisSilverman I’m sorry, I meant the thinckness
Thank you for covering all the details. I think I can do it now!
Thank you very good instructional video. I need a nail gun lol
Nice work ,well done
Thank you! Cheers!
That new wood he put in will rot faster than the original did!
Sad but true. I actually liked a lot of his work other than the fact that he doesn’t have anything to wipe his finger on to draw a clean caulking line and he didn’t end prime any of the wood so to your point yes that shit will rot out faster than the original slower growth timber.
Great learning video .thanks Chris
Sailendra K Thanks for Watching! 😁
Great job! You seem like you love helping.
Thanks for the great video.
This brings me to my next point, Kids don’t smoke crack!
Haha, 🤣
where can I find the 2 piece sill boards thanks
You can find them at Home Depot or Lowe’s home improvement
.nice work with good info
Triangle cut is nice trick. But all 6 sides of that brick mold needs to be primed or you are leaving it open to rot again. Or use PVC - which has it’s own issues. Also, clearly you are handy and accurate cutting freehand with a saw on the ground or truckbed because you use one every day. For mortals, get a hand miter saw or get / rent a powered miter saw. It will make those precise angled cuts WAY easier.
Excellent video!
Good job guy!
Awesome video. Very informative and detailed.
Yes , it never fails I cut the 45 degrees wrong with a miter box ( buy extra ) so true be careful with 40-50 year old window frames
Great video man thanks ! 👍🏻
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Thanks man!
Excellent video...Thanks man.
Enjoyed watching thanks
Where do you get the 2 piece window sill?
You can get them at Home Depot in the millwork section
Awesome video, will follow same technique.
How did you not fall off a ladder that was leaning so far away from the window?
Good job man!!
Thank you, Chris! Yum yum yum. Pizza Pie baby!!
Very good explaining,thanks
could you have just replaced tge nose on that sill? i just use the pvc sill nose from lowes. works great and alot less work.
You can for sure replace just the nose piece. I have found that sometimes the nose pieces are hard to separate from the sill from it being glued on.
How much would you charge for this kind of work?
Depends on how many but i would at about 150 materials labor and caulk and paint
@@ryanhelms3661 for each one??
Do you start your day 5 or 6 Red Bulls? Lol😆 lots of energy. Nice work
Good Job Chris
Chris, can you give me a link of the material used in this video or is it the same stuff you gave me a link before in an other video ?
Otto Szasz It’s the same type of material.
Thanks for all your help 👍
Thank you for the video very helpful
Great job. Well done. Bravo
Caulking and paint make a carpenter what he ain’t
I like your video and my house have the bricks molding
I just need to know where are you located... Lol
I need your help
You should do the same video with a house that has replacement vinyl windows
Paul Bee I’ll keep this in mind and next time I replace a vinyl I’ll for sure video the process
@@ChrisSilverman I would definitely want to see that .
Really good work