In the photographs below Glen is glazing a carriage barn window pane. Although there are modern glazing techniques (and products) that differ from the age old practice demonstrated in today’s photos, heirloom windows deserve authentic finishing and weatherproofing. So traditional window glazing is a routine part of Rosslyn’s maintenance. Thank you, Glen!
Since making Rosslyn our home in 2006 I’ve often pondered the pleasures and peculiarities of wavy window glass. With an historic home, handblown window panes wrinkle sunrises and distort quotidian views into mirages. I find the unpredictability charming, an invitation to wonder beyond the familiar. And embracing the wiggly ways of old glass means embracing the art of repairing old glass panes. When they break. Or crack. And even when the old putty begins to crumble from two many decades in the elements.
Are you familiar with traditional window glazing? Have you ever glazed a window?
It’s a unique skill, and I find that you tend to just begin hitting your stride as you’re finishing up a project. In addition to a replacement pane of glass, if you’re replacing a broken pane, you’ll need glazing points and compound (aka putty), a putty knife, and plenty of patience. Here’s a handy “How to Glaze a Single-Pane Window” tutorial to guide you. Good luck!
And thanks again, Glen, for glazing the carriage barn window today. It looks great, and that’s one more item to cross off the perennial punch list!
What do you think?