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Posted: Tue Sep 30, 2008 10:23 pm
by baz1906
hi all. i would like to .have a go at making a wooden.window nothing fancy just a window with a small window at the top can any one help. ie joints size of timber size of window at the top.i know i could do it. i just need a start. thanks baz ps i think its called a casement window
Posted: Tue Sep 30, 2008 11:07 pm
by joiner_uk
How big is the window?
Timber casement windows are constructed with mortice and tenons.
The main frame is usualy 3x2 upwards, if your matching existing windows you will get an idea of the timber sizes required.
Do you want to make storm proof windows?
You can use par softwood or a more expensive hard wood such as mahogany.
Posted: Wed Oct 01, 2008 6:32 am
by big-all
heeelllooo and welcome baz1906
in general you will need quite a few tools like
mortice chisel twin pin marking gauge gouges bevel edge chisels
and if you cant get pre-moulded timber sections a router and various cutters
although if your doing stormproof you will definatly be better with a router
Posted: Wed Oct 01, 2008 9:16 am
by joiner_uk
Further to the tool list you will also need a Tenon saw and some wood drills.
You could use a table saw instead of a router however the rebaits would require cleaning up. I would only use a table saw if you have one already and do not have a router.