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mojo43
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# Posted: 14 Aug 2012 08:21pm
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Arrrg, I'm an idiot! I installed a window today and nailed it on the inside of my cabin to the framing and then I installed tongue and groove board around it on the outside. The problem is that the window is recessed into the cabin. I believe I should have installed the window on the outside of the framing. I can't undo it, but I need a way to make sure that water doesn't sit between the window and the siding. Is there a solution?

customrunner
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# Posted: 14 Aug 2012 08:22pm
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can you post a pick

mojo43
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# Posted: 14 Aug 2012 08:23pm
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Here is a pic of what I did. I am talking about the window in the upper part of the cabin.... thanks for any ideas!
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OwenChristensen
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# Posted: 14 Aug 2012 08:36pm - Edited by: OwenChristensen
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I would guess a jam extension to fit will be fine on the sides and top. Maybe a metal flashing on the bottom.

Owen

Borrego
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# Posted: 14 Aug 2012 08:45pm
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If you flashed it correctly with paper before installing, then all you need to do is install jamb extensions as Owen said. Rip a piece of wood on your table saw that extends beyond the T&G 3/4" (attach with finish nail gun), then use 1x4 casing to enclose the whole window as typical. Silicone the top and sides, leave the bottom open to allow moisture to escape.

johng
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# Posted: 14 Aug 2012 09:07pm
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Remove it, cut the nailing fins off and then install it as a retrofit window...trim like the rest.

mojo43
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# Posted: 14 Aug 2012 09:49pm - Edited by: mojo43
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I did flash it. I will install a flash extension, thanks!

trollbridge
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# Posted: 15 Aug 2012 11:57am
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Quoting: mojo43
Arrrg, I'm an idiot!

No....just had a brain fart! It happens, don't beat yourself up. Your cabin is looking fantastic...chin up!

mojo43
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# Posted: 15 Aug 2012 12:00pm
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Thanks, I was rushing through it so we could get our stuff in the place and start using it. It was a pretty silly thing to do, but I guess that's what happens when you rush!

trollbridge
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# Posted: 15 Aug 2012 12:30pm
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Quoting: mojo43
I was rushing through it so we could get our stuff in the place and start using it.

Been there done that............a few times

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