It's really alot of work for very little gain in efficiency.
I've found that simple spring bronze weatherstripping and a decent storm
window is the best way to tighten up an old window. A good seal at the
meeting rail is also very important. Anything past that is really just
alot of labor for very little gain.
Jim
"BUB 209" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> I picked up a job replacing sash cords yesterday and the homeowner said
> he was watching a home improvement show that illustrated a method for
> insulating sash pockets. I can't imagine how that could be done while
> allowing for the weights to go up and down. Just curious if anyone here
> saw the same show.
It's alot of work for very little return.
I've found that spring bronze weatherstripping and a decent storm window
will give you the best improvement. A tight seal at the meeting rail is
also important. The bronze is simple to install and really cuts down on the
drafts.
http://www.oldhousejournal.com/notebook/npsbriefs/brief09.shtml
The link is to a really good article on doing old windows.
Jim
"BUB 209" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> I picked up a job replacing sash cords yesterday and the homeowner said
> he was watching a home improvement show that illustrated a method for
> insulating sash pockets. I can't imagine how that could be done while
> allowing for the weights to go up and down. Just curious if anyone here
> saw the same show.
BUB 209 said:
>I picked up a job replacing sash cords yesterday and the homeowner said
>he was watching a home improvement show that illustrated a method for
>insulating sash pockets. I can't imagine how that could be done while
>allowing for the weights to go up and down. Just curious if anyone here
>saw the same show.
I saw it a while back. I think it involved building a foam-board box
to contain the weights and cord, and using spray foam to fill the
cracks. A better place for this question would be alt.home.repair.
FWIW,
Greg G.