Tighting Vinyl Windows

Tighten the 8 screws once the sash has been adjusted.

Tighting vinyl windows.

How to adjust a double hung window spring. Too tight and you ll find them difficult or impossible to open and close. Finding the right balance is easy. Vinyl windows require a bit more in terms of adjustment but the job still is relatively easy.

Step by step instructions for correcting a double hung window that is too loose or too tight in opening. The upper sash can lower while the lower sash raises and both sashes can tilt out of the. Then shut the window a few times to confirm that it opens and closes properly. At this point your upvc window should fit snugly into the frame when closed.

They control the tension when opening and closing the window. Rotate the sash lock at the top of the lower sash to unlock the window. If the spring becomes too loose and worn the window may begin to slowly close on its own after having been opened. A double hung window consists of a movable top and bottom sash.

The springs are located on the sides of the window in the frame.