Grid in double pane windows fell off in between. HELP !!!
#1
05-14-12, 12:54 AM
Grid in double pane windows fell off in between. HELP !!!
We have a double pane window and the grid fell off in between. Obviously I can't just pick up the grid and glue them back. What options do I have?
do I have to open the window and glue back the grid? Or can I drill a hole and snake it in to fix it? Any other ideas?
do I have to open the window and glue back the grid? Or can I drill a hole and snake it in to fix it? Any other ideas?
#2
05-14-12, 03:58 AM
Welcome to the forums! Sadly, there is nothing you can do to rectify the problem except finding a replacement IGU (insulated glass unit) with the grids in place. Not a great design, I'll have to admit. Do you know who the manufacturer is? Can you post a pix or two (not closeups) of the window so we can see what you see. There may be an option. http://www.doityourself.com/forum/el...your-post.html
#3
05-14-12, 05:57 AM
Group Moderator
Yeah, as Larry said, if it's sealed inside the IGU then there is no other option besides complete replacement. If your windows are still under warranty you might start there. If not, any commercial glass company can replace just the IGU (with matching grids) in your existing window.
#4
05-14-12, 03:33 PM
Thanks guys for the reply. This really sucks especially it's on the 2nd story and non-movable side. Totally agree with you, Chandler, bad design. If it needs to be replaced, I guess there is no harm to try to make a hole and use wire to straight it up.
#5
05-14-12, 03:38 PM
Group Moderator
Be advised that when you make a hole in one of the two panes, that you will create another problem... fogging between the panes. Generally, an IGU will get condensation between the panes when the space between the glass is no longer sealed. (seal failure) The dessicant inside the metal spacer between the two panes can only hold so much moisture before it fails. If you drilled pairs of holes at the bottom and top corners, you "might" avoid this problem by allowing that moist air to escape. But that's a big "might".
#8
05-14-12, 05:24 PM
Super Moderator
The cottage style grids like you have are about the weakest they offer. I always recommended a 3 over 2 pattern if they had to have them...but sometimes the historic society for the area wouldn't allow them.
The manufacturer or a glass shop would be the best bet. A good glass shop might be able to just fix what you have.
Even though you say it's non-movable...it is RE-movable.
The manufacturer or a glass shop would be the best bet. A good glass shop might be able to just fix what you have.
Even though you say it's non-movable...it is RE-movable.
