Window not staying open
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Window not staying open
Hello,
I recently had a part fall out of the corner of a very old window and it won't hold itself up anymore. I really just need to know what the part is called so I can get myself a new one and figure out how to put it back in. Any and all assistance is appreciated. Picture is below, sorry about the image quality/mess.
Here is the part in question.
I believe the house was built sometime in the 1950s, and I think the windows might be the originals.
I recently had a part fall out of the corner of a very old window and it won't hold itself up anymore. I really just need to know what the part is called so I can get myself a new one and figure out how to put it back in. Any and all assistance is appreciated. Picture is below, sorry about the image quality/mess.
Here is the part in question.
I believe the house was built sometime in the 1950s, and I think the windows might be the originals.
#2
You won't find parts for those. Might as well cut a board to fit under it to keep it up, or a small block nailed to the side if it's the top sash that is falling down.
#3
You can buy window sash spring clips that will go between the window and the frame.
something like this
https://www.amazon.com/Prime-Line-25...12H0F29CA1V1F5
Most home improvement stores will selll them in pairs
something like this
https://www.amazon.com/Prime-Line-25...12H0F29CA1V1F5
Most home improvement stores will selll them in pairs
#4
Norm, this window has some of the first spiral/spring balances, so unless he can remove the sash and remove both both balances, I don't think spring clips will work.
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If the wood is good in this corner of the window, drill a new mounting screw hole to the right of the existing hole in the bracket and reattach bracket.