How Do You Replace A Window Trim On A Garage Door?

How Do You Replace A Window Trim On A Garage Door?

How Do You Replace A Window Trim On A Garage Door?

Replacing a window trim on a garage door can be a daunting task, but not with the help of a handyman. Here are four steps to follow to replace a window trim on a garage door:

1. Close the garage door.

Look around the frame for screws that hold the insert to the inside of the window frame. At the top, bottom, and sides, the screws should be about 18 inches apart. If the insert is narrow, the sides may only have one or two screws. The screws are inserted horizontally through the grid’s sides and vertically through the top and bottom.

2. Using a drill/driver, remove the screws.

Along one side, insert the tip of a putty knife between the window and the grid. Remove the grid from the frame. If it still won’t come out, move the putty knife a few inches and try again until the grid comes loose.

3. Repeat the prying action with the putty knife on the opposite side. Pry with the knife centered on the bottom and top. Move the knife from top to bottom along the length of the insert as needed until it comes out of the frame. It’s fine if it breaks.
4. Lay the insert down on a flat surface. Reassemble it if it’s broken. Order a new insert after measuring it. It is fine if the pattern isn’t exactly the same, but the thickness, width, and length should all be the same.
5. Insert the new insert into the frame. It is unlikely to fit. Tap the corners into the frame one at a time with a wood block and hammer.
6. Climate Seal recommends inserting the original screws into the pilot holes in the grid’s sides. Tighten the screws with a drill/driver. Squeeze them semi-tight.

What Tile Trim To Use Around A Window?

The most important thing to remember is that we always prefer to use plastic or metal tile corner trims to hide the edges and achieve a neat look (the corners will be round and easier to make plumb). The metal tile trims available today are easy to use, easy to handle, and very durable.

As the price is quite reasonable, you can always look for a good quality metal tile trim to help you with that tricky situation. Sure the specialist will charge quite a bit but it’s worth it.

You should also note that today’s tile trims these days are a lot better than they have been 10 years ago or so. They are both a lot cheaper and more functional as well. So even if you choose the wrong tile trim at first, it may not matter so much in the end.

The other possibility is to use the tiles as they come but this requires that you ensure that there is enough grout in between them to allow for expansion and contraction of the tiles as they get wet and dry over time. This can be very difficult especially if you have tiles on top of tiles (say on a shower wall).

This would require two layers of trims and will make a very difficult job even harder. So we always recommend that you use tiles all around your bathroom as they’re more aesthetic and easier to clean as well.

And if you really can’t afford a metal tile trim, one solution is to go for a plastic tile trim that is available in black or white versions that look just fine and won’t take a lot of the budget related to this job.

If your house is on uneven terrain (hill), you might want to place some felt pads under each corner of the window sash before placing the weighty glass directly on top of it.

If you need to specify the tiles for a particular job, especially for those with curved glass windows and some with curved corners, you can find the unique shapes at online hardware stores. Use these trims to help you create a beautiful and decorative look around your stained glass window.