Installing Interior Vinyl Window Trim

When it comes to replacing vinyl window trim there are a few things that you will need to keep in mind.

Installing interior vinyl window trim. In this episode of shop class learn how to measure cut and build window casing made of cellular pvc solid wood poly ash boards or any common molding material. If installing from the interior remove any trim on the inside face of the wood frame. Installing new interior window trim can be a daunting task for the beginner intermediate carpenter but this step by step video will definitely show you all. You are going to need to replace your vinyl window trim on your window frames to help prevent discoloration as well as cracking.

To fasten the trim to the wall i use 2 1 4 inch long 15 gauge nails. On the interior of a home nail holes in pvc can be filled with almost anything used with wood. Plus get tips for a clean and solid installation. Steps 2 and 3 are not applicable if installing.

Cut a 45 degree angle on one end of the trim and hold it so the short end of the angle. Do not remove the interior stops. Measure carefully when applying trim around vinyl or aluminum clad windows and leave a 1 8 in. Installing interior window trim brings a finished look for your room or adds another element of decor in your home.

To reduce any intimidation from the thought of tackling the project yourself think of it simply as making a picture frame around the window. To glue joints together use pvc cement since wood glues like titebond ii don t work all that well with pvc. Here s how they do it. Pocket screws are the best method of joining corners when you re cementing window and door trim assemblies see next tip.

If installing from the exterior remove any trim on the outside face of the wood frame. It s all done by eye with a sharp pencil a miter saw and an 18 gauge nailer. Most trim carpenters don t even use a tape to trim windows. How to install exterior window trim.

When installing window molding start at the top. This guide will teach you how to install interior window trim. If installing into a wood window frame. Prepare stool the piece lying flat in the window sill the stool and the bottom of the window will need to come into contact with each other when the window is closed and the window bottom must extend or more past the new trim on each.

Expansion gap between the trim and the window frame. Cut miters to fit and dry fit your cuts to check the joints and lengths.