b'Making theChoice: Takingthe Old FrameOutRemoving the Old FrameDepending on how the old window is finished on the outside,you can choose to remove the old frame completely versusleaving in the old frame. You start the same by removing thesash (operating and fixed) and cutting out the meeting stile.Once the meeting stile is removed, used the reciprocal saw to cut the sill and header part of the frame slightly to facili-tate bending and collapsing it using a crow bar to pry it up.Use a wood block under the crowbar to minimize potentialdamage to the sill and header. Pry directly up and the framewill come out from between the siding and the sheathing. Itwont take much effort to do so and that will tear the nailingfin slots away from the nails allowing the frame to collapse.Do it on the bottom, the sides and the header and you shouldbe able to remove it completely.Take care to cover the gap and use slow expansion foam sealing tape and/or insulation to cover the gap before setting the new window in against the old framing membersalong the inside jambs, sill and header.Seal the new window along the outside, taking care to leaveweep gaps in the sealant along the sill before setting newmolding against the new window frame to fill out the spaceout to the siding. Carefully seal the outside to divert water away from the window rather than letting it get in behind the trim.Window Fitters Guide to Window Installation72 2020 AWDI, LLC Do not reproduce without permission'