Old-fashioned aluminum window frames have a substance known as glazier's putty that holds the windows in place. After many years, the compound begins to crack. Large chunks falling to the ground are ...

This month, our attention turns to the repair and energy efficiency improvement of wood windows. When you learn the different parts of a vintage window and how they operate, you can repair them to ...

Replacing loose, missing or cracked glazing compound in windows is a frequent chore for owners of many older homes. The need for this repair often can be cut sharply by using effective procedures when ...

Dear James: The wood frame windows in my vintage house are pretty deteriorated. I want to repair them, not replace them, to maintain its character. What repairs to them can I do myself? - Don H. Dear ...