DIY Man Cave / She Shed - Part 19 - Making The Window

[@sinnerface1]

Great video! just a bit more in depth than Im seeking...(looking for extremely basic window install) TY!

[@nikkiswenson54]

Thank you! I am going to try to make windows for the porch we are building on my little Art Studio Shed!

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Wonderful! Good luck with that. Des

[@mariafhp]

Thank you . That was really informative . Just about to order pattern glass god my self build shed . Got to cut out the plywood , bought 20ml wood and now I wish had seen your video first . Beautifully done 🤗

[@mariafhp]

Oops I meant order glass for my self build shed

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

So glad it helped. Best wishes, Des

[@ted6499]

Great video again ...... thanks for sharing

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@mckeon1960]

Thank you so much for making this, need to replace two windows in barna And this is perfect :)

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

You're most welcome! Des

[@ratchriat1716]

looking fantastic.

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Thanks for your kind words. Des

[@68shauno]

You done a good job well done

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Thanks very much. ATB, Des

[@buffplums]

I must admit I never thought of polycarbonate I’m building my own 3x3m pent roof(built against end wall of my garage ) workshop. Was thinking of using 2 layers of glass but think a single sheet will give me what I need in terms of insulation

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Mate, absolutely no point whatsoever using glass at all. There are much better alternatives out there which are lighter, significantly stronger, burglar proof, etc. You just need to make sure it's as clear as possible. Downsides: a little bit more difficult to clean. Other than that, by far the best. Thanks for watching, DEs

[@BIKEMAN21]

very detailed and well made video, i like this shed too.

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Thank you very much!

[@daleskidmore1685]

I like the way you cut the groove for the perspex, I never thought a C.S. could do such accurate work as that. You have to really look around the local suppliers and DIY stores for timber: they don't all cut their wood in the same way, so you may find some don't sell stock in the most convenient sizes; and there can be quite a price range too. I use a merchant 10 miles away from me because they have all sizes in all lengths for you to go through and pick out what you want and the price is good too. I have seen a 1/4 board of ply in B&Q costs more than a whole board there!

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Hi there Ade. Agree with your comments mate. I was also surprised at how well the circular saw did even though the blade was getting rather blunt and I had to use a bit of force to push it through. Take care, Des

[@dtwistrewind7361]

I think I would have used my router as it's quicker cleaner and I'm useless with a chisel.

[@2373stevieb]

Couldn’t you adjust the fence on your circular saw and run the blade straight down the middle of the groove removing the waste in the middle.

[@GrumpysWorkshop4]

Came out great

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Thanks buddy. I was pleased with it. ATB, DEs

[@Thesidingsworkshop]

In future I would do it so you have beads on the inside so the glass / poly if it gets damaged can easily be replaced. Looking good though mate

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Hi there. That's certainly one way of doing it but I'm not sure it would make much difference to be honest as the panel is very well set in the grooves with silicone and would be quite difficult to remove in either scenario. Thanks for your views. Des

[@Pyewack3t]

It looks easily replaceable. Just unscrew the bottom of the frame and slide your new glass in then screw the bottom back on. Simple designs are often the best.

[@50ishsue]

Really beautiful work . 💛

[@SteS]

5:45 If you had a tablesaw then you could set the height to the right height and set the fence to the outside edge of the mortice and rip down one side. Rotate the board 180 and do the same as before. Do this for all pieces. Set the fence again to the centre of the mortice and do all pieces. Obviously a router is the best method.

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

That makes a lot of sense mate. Unfortunately, I only have some pretty basic tools so I have to wing it and improvise a lot of the time. ATB, Des

[@SteS]

@@21stcenturycaveman33 another way could work is if you installed some timber molding, install the polycarbonate and then install some more molding in the other side to sandwich it in place. This would be good if the plastic should ever break instead of having to take out the whole frame to replace the poly.

[@BIKEMAN21]

@@21stcenturycaveman33 A table saw is but $120 , quite a useless tool until you need it : P

[@jiongwang4574]

So helpful! thanks for the video!

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

You're so welcome! Best wishes, Des

[@willywonkabar]

Great video. How has the window held up since you installed it?

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

All good thanks although to be honest I never have the need to open it. Realistically, therefore, I'm expecting a little bit of warping. Main thing is I can see out and it's secure and solid as a rock. ATB, Des

[@naebadyersel]

hi, i made the window like you did with polycarbonate glass etc and routed the channels for it to sit it but my problem is that the wood on the bottom of the window is sagging. trying to think of a way to stop the sag

[@Pyewack3t]

Looking fantastic.

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Thank you. Appreciate your kind words of support. Des

[@tommurphy5208]

Great job

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Thanks Tom. Appreciated my man. Des

[@almusti]

What size board did you use for sealing the window opening - 150mm x 22mm ?

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Yes, I believe they were actually. Perfect for the job. Best, Des

[@AlbanAllotment]

I know this is an older video now but may I ask where you bought the pane from? Looking to do something similar in our shed on a smaller scale

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Hi there, It was something like the Perspex Sheet Company in the UK. ATB, Des

[@AlbanAllotment]

@@21stcenturycaveman33 thanks!

[@graham3282]

Brilliant ! as always how much is the Palsun sheet , roughly delivered .. please ? Thanks 21CCM G.

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

About £80.00 mate. Des

[@AlanAnsell]

hi daz long time no see do you have a web link to the clear sheets as im now on this part of my leantoo / workshop thanks

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Hiya buddy. Plse see link below: www.perspexsheet.uk/ Best wishes, Des

[@richardh1764]

I would have done a rabbit and internal bead. If the window needs replacing, it will be easier to do.

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Hiya buddy, this is merely a DIY job using basic tools. Nothing fancy here matey. Appreciate you dropping by. Des

[@richardh1764]

@21stcenturycaveman33 yeh, I get that. That's my level. It wasn't a criticism mate.

[@iamneallyons4263]

What size where the boards/timber you used to build the frame? 1x4s?

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

2 x 3" or thereabouts. Needs to be construction timber and treated. Des

[@WreckemRye]

Next time mask off the glass / polycarb when sealing gives you a better finish 👌

[@monstrositylabs]

cracking idea. Thanks

[@JD-lk5jn]

Nice video. You’d have been better with maybe a second hand upvc window. I’m doing 1 in a few weeks, hoping to pick 1 up for about £20

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Hi there. I did consider getting a second hand window and as you say these can be purchased very cheaply. However, it wasn't the 'look' I was after so I decided to make my own. Valid point though for sure. Thanks, Des

[@legobrickabrac]

True, I find some good second hand windows of all shapes and sizes from double glazed plasic to single frame shed glass, most comes from skips as does most of My wood.

[@legobrickabrac]

I think you need to paint your shed, I can see water saturation on the cladding.

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Hi there, It's where the rain catches it mate. The overhang on the roof protects the shed quite a bit but the bottom does get some rain. The she is definitely ready for some more waterproofing though. ATB mate, Des

[@LargoCiospeFrancesco]

Hello, I'm taking inspiration from your work to make the same type of window for my shed but a doubt arises: seeing the video I notice that there is no edge or seal around your window, but when it rains heavily it doesn't does the water get inside? Thanks F.

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Really good point that. There is no water ingress in heavy rain but perhaps that's because there is an overhang on the roof? It should be quite easy to put some edging or a seal around the outside or inside the window which should do the job though. Good point that my friend, Des

[@LargoCiospeFrancesco]

@@21stcenturycaveman33 Ok, could be roof overhang made rain difficult to enter, unless rain comes sideways. My window will be on the side where overhang there's not, so I will study some insulation around the window chassis like soft rubber adhesive stripes.

[@johnhollick5672]

What did you use for the floor please

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

It's explained in the vid. ATB, Des

[@johnhollick5672]

@@21stcenturycaveman33 ATB

[@welcome2jamrok]

How comfortable is it in side with the insulation?

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Very comfortable. You definitely notice a difference in the temperature inside and out. ATB, Des

[@ksb3000]

А что, фрезер использовать нельзя?

[@benjaminhunter224]

Were you worried at all about the timber swelling and contracting or does using treated timber ensure this doesn’t happen? Many thanks

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Hi there and thanks for dropping by. Timber will always swell and contract according to the seasons and is to be expected. Treated timber will of course reduce the effect of swelling due to saturation with water but is mainly to prevent rot and degradation. Best, Des

[@AlanAnsell]

looking good dez i would put some Beeding round the inside to stop drafts

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Already done it mate. Best wishes, Des

[@germanpinzon8266]

The only thing you forgot was to prime the wood, in a years time it will warp and shrink. Otherwise good job.

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Thank you. The wood is pressure treated so it should be OK. Best, Des

[@50ishsue]

😂 always 1

[@spudnickuk]

Cant be assed to make a tidy job is Called " RUSTIC LOOK " I will remember that to my Clients LOL

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Nothing wrong with rustic when the quality is there. ATB, Des

[@MMD-z6z]

You did quite well with the base and structure/walls, and then you just went ham on it all ROFLMAO 😆

[@MadTitanGamer]

How do you work that out ? Some people do things the way they know and see fit or best, tbh I think he’s done pretty dumb good, I see your channel is booming with content.

[@legobrickabrac]

You can buy grooved wood the same size as what he used to cut grooves in, however it is untreated pine so you will have to treat it with varnish or fence paint.

[@christopherwharton6022]

So the answer is no… I won’t be making my own shed.

[@21stcenturycaveman33]

Chicken! ATB, Des