Installing Interior Vinyl Window Trim

This guide will teach you how to install interior window trim.

Installing interior vinyl window trim.

Measure carefully when applying trim around vinyl or aluminum clad windows and leave a 1 8 in. If installing into a wood window frame. When it comes to replacing vinyl window trim there are a few things that you will need to keep in mind. Steps 2 and 3 are not applicable if installing.

If installing from the exterior remove any trim on the outside face of the wood frame. To fasten the trim to the wall i use 2 1 4 inch long 15 gauge nails. Match the window into which you plan to install your new trim with your choice of frame styles step 2. Do not remove the exterior stops.

Installing interior window trim brings a finished look for your room or adds another element of decor in your home. Plus get tips for a clean and solid installation. Here s how they do it. To glue joints together use pvc cement since wood glues like titebond ii don t work all that well with pvc.

Do not remove the interior stops. Prepare stool the piece lying flat in the window sill the stool and the bottom of the window will need to come into contact with each other when the window is closed and the window bottom must extend or more past the new trim on each. When installing window molding start at the top. Most trim carpenters don t even use a tape to trim windows.

Pocket screws are the best method of joining corners when you re cementing window and door trim assemblies see next tip. You are going to need to replace your vinyl window trim on your window frames to help prevent discoloration as well as cracking. To reduce any intimidation from the thought of tackling the project yourself think of it simply as making a picture frame around the window. Cut a 45 degree angle on one end of the trim and hold it so the short end of the angle.

This is a process that is actually very simple as long as you have the right tools and knowhow for the job. How to install exterior window trim. If installing from the interior remove any trim on the inside face of the wood frame. Expansion gap between the trim and the window frame.

Cut miters to fit and dry fit your cuts to check the joints and lengths. In this episode of shop class learn how to measure cut and build window casing made of cellular pvc solid wood poly ash boards or any common molding material.