How To Frame in a Smaller Window Opening

[@hesquiahtson3977]

You sir are the absolute best at keeping things totally real. I enjoy watching all your videos and gotta hand it to you for being such an amazing inspiration for all us DIY folks.

[@mariaemilianegron]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge cuz I'm doing everything by myself God bless you

[@AndresLopizesuno]

How did it go ?

[@eballe968]

Excellent tutorial. Is there a video on covering the previous window from the outside with cement board siding? Thanks.

[@bakecookandcreate9948]

So now, how do you cover up the ply wood part to match up with the rest of the outside wall?

[@HouseImprovements]

In this case it is getting all new siding eventually. But you could patch in some siding if you find the same stuff.

[@herewegofans]

Thank you for another honest video. Mistakes happen, ESPECIALLY TO US DIYers! And you showing its ok give confidence to try and tackle this too.

[@curtislowe324]

I was thinking the same thing. He addressed the issue that it was cut too short but in the end showed a very simple fix. He didn't try to hide the fact that a mistake was made. That's what made me hit the subscribe button.

[@flacoblb]

Thanks for sticking with the important stuff!

[@lettienugent]

Thanks for all of you videos. They are being really helpful to me.

[@sunbeansnflowersluv]

Finishing the outside of window in home with vinyl siding is what i want to know.

[@jdstud6]

ditto

[@romelloorr5479]

Me too 🤣🤦🏾‍♂️

[@melindaoyos8018]

Me too!

[@Viper121100]

Great videos and you explain everything very thoroughly. Your nail gun sounds like a TIE-fighter :)

[@dougprentice1363]

Thanks for the demonstration.

[@magictj2]

Thank you. Very helpful information!

[@cynthiaspraags6688]

Thank you doing it myself can't afford anyone Thank you for your help

[@fixfireleo]

Wait! Where is part 2? The part I wanted to see was how you finish the outside so it doesnt look crappy when the project is finished.

[@oliver915]

Always doing great work and your videos are very easy to understand.

[@jlynchjewels8382]

If you do not have a nail gun, what nails should you use? Ty

[@dreamingcode]

Nice! I'm removing a window from a house and this video helps. As does a lot of your videos. Subscribed!

[@sylviasoria7911]

Very good video thank you 🙏🏻 😊

[@MrBobbyLevi]

Nicely done, easy to follow and very helpful! Thanks for posting it.

[@dannyg734]

do you crown your studs and if so you should mention it just in case ppl don't know...great video!

[@ntran2012]

Another great video. Have learned so much for watching your videos on various home project.

[@davidcrawford6505]

I wish there was a video on resizing a concrete wall opening. I need to put in a smaller window into a much larger basement window opening. Too much reduction to use wood only. No cinderblocking either.

[@economicsiseverywhere1901]

Thanks Shannon!

[@rhubarbpieplease]

I want close off a window from the inside with drywall. I want to keep the window in place. Is this possible? It adds minimal light into my bedroom and quite frankly I’m hardly in there during the day. I want to build a closet system along that section of wall.

[@markmueller2778]

Sorry if I missed it, but why didn't you just make the premade insert go all the way to the top of the cut out? Instead it was short several inches and you said you'd show why, but I don't think I ever saw the reason why. Thanks!

[@HouseImprovements]

Good question. LOL. I assume I was just keeping that top piece of the pre made frame work one piece right from side to side?

[@claudiaihl6692]

I just reframed a similar size window. Very helpful vid. One question: you used only a single trimmer board on the sides of the window. I've seen others use double trimmers, but is that really necessary? Cheers

[@HouseImprovements]

Double trimmer on openings over 10' is the rule but i normally double them on anything over 8'

[@robertmccarty3897]

I was told by inspections and code 7ft or more but for a rule just add double make all people happy

[@SOSAYALLOFME]

I've moved into a house where the attic window frame does not fit the space, there is a gap on the right which is not protected from outside elements. What can I do to fix iit without having to remove the whole frame?

[@matthewdineen6366]

Not sure if you follow these comments but what if you're doing this on a house built in the 1950's that doesn't have house wrap? I'm trying to remove an old window and replace with wall. Right now there is just T&G solid wood sheeting between the cedar siding and the 2x4s.

[@HouseImprovements]

Usually there would at least be black tar paper under the siding but it seems not in this case. Not really much point in adding anything in this small area if the rest of the house has nothing IMO. Next time try our forum when you have a question.www.house-improvements.com/forums/

[@matthewdineen6366]

@@HouseImprovements Will do. Thank you for your help!

[@michaelr7110]

GREAT VIDEO! Thanks for sharing!

[@bfirst45]

I just watched this video. I am going to be closing up a window I have in my bathroom. We do not want the window there anymore. I see that you installed plywood to cover up the outside. Is there any kind of moisture barrier that will be installed over the plywood?

[@HouseImprovements]

In this case the entire exterior was being re done so it was later covered in house wrap and new siding

[@TheAlfadork808]

i think some places use tyvek for house wrap

[@nyplantings2420]

Did you want to move the edge of the new smaller window over? Can I just close one side and use the other side as it is or do I need to box in the whole opening with 2X's?

[@HouseImprovements]

Please use or forum for questions. www.house-improvements.com/forums/

[@zuleymalopez3165]

Very successful teaching oh yeah.

[@emilysullivan9424]

Looks easy but scarey I have a 1949 windows in my kitchen 72" long i want to shrink them so i can put counter tops in do you have video on how to shrink 72" upward not width never did any home improvements

[@HouseImprovements]

Take a look at this video and again and also I have a link to a different one. How To Frame a Window and Door Opening

[@tinkerbel8800]

Thank you exactly what I needed.

[@stroys7061]

Well done, thanks.

[@GabrielLopez-zg6xc]

I’m remolding my bathroom and there’s going to be a window in the shower. I really don’t want there to be and I don’t have a choice. Anyway the window is big and I’m looking to make it smaller (height wise) the width is fine. I want the window high enough so water won’t splash and moister or mold build up. However, the window sits on a cemented foundation. Question… to make it smaller (height wise) is it best to use cement on to build the window frame or use wood? I want to make sure I’m correctly modifying the window to prevent any issues from the inside or out. Any feedback from HouseImprovements or anyone I would appreciate it. Thank you.

[@HouseImprovements]

If you are removing it and replacing with a new smaller window,then why not just take it out and fill in the opening completely? Come to my forum if you have more questions.www.house-improvements.com/forums/

[@warrensmith5975]

I'm going thru same issue

[@bernadettegodfrey5295]

can I install a window that's smaller than the opening

[@ulisemelendez]

This video are amazing. Thx

[@mandelaeffect1111]

What size nails are in that nailer?

[@HouseImprovements]

3-1/4" for framing and 2-3/8 "for sheeting

[@tonyquinlan7341]

What about insulation.

[@briantran6106]

what kind of chalking did you use?

[@HouseImprovements]

brian tran Any good quality exterior caulking. Mono is one brand.

[@AdamDahlberg]

I love your videos and thank you for posting them. But I was wondering if you are extra generous with your nail count or are you following code spacing? I ask respectfully, you are top notch!

[@HouseImprovements]

Nailing for exterior sheathing should be nailed every 150mm (6") on joints and 300mm (12") along intermediate supports, by code.

[@AdamDahlberg]

Right on....I need to up my nails then. I'm not a professional but like to follow code as much as possible on home projects. Thx for the reply

[@johnfrederickofficial]

What kind of nail gun is that?

[@HouseImprovements]

+John Frederick Paslode

[@johnfrederickofficial]

+HouseImprovements Thanks. Is it a framing nailer, finishing nailer, etc? Also, what size nails can it use?

[@stochastic24]

+John Frederick It's a cordless framing nailer, they are pretty standard.

[@carlbs11]

Up to three and a quarter inch long. Straight or ringshank. I just bought a Paslode cordless framing nailer off ebay...can't wait to use it.

[@TheAlfadork808]

pasload if I'm not mistaken.

[@musicfun2606]

You’re not going to leave a piece of plywood there with nothing over it question are you. How do you match the outside boards to the ones that just go up to where you closed it in?

[@Iamthathillbilly]

musicfun he said in a different comment that the entire exterior of the house was going to be redone anyways, if that wasn’t the case a siding repair would be in order

[@CoolHand24]

You keep saying caulk, arent you supposed to use some sort of construction adhesive?

[@Iamthathillbilly]

Luke Bembower construction adhesive is for strength. Caulk is for sealing up any air gaps that may open up doing this

[@joseorozco6467]

What kind of caulk you use

[@mathematics1800]

I like your videos, but you should of just shimmed that 2x4 up that was cut a bit short. Wouldn't of been too difficult and would of showcased a different skill.

[@ba0700]

A friendly suggestion: hearing protection.

[@DustinCFletcher]

Is that the guy from Gold Rush? on discovery channel

[@HouseImprovements]

No but many have said I look like the one guy.

[@jakewalter3729]

Very

[@jakediamond1357]

Did you really just inch the sheathing in your own video lol