How to Install a Shed Window (Step-by-Step DIY Guide)

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This video will show you how to install a shed window. Specifically, this video will show you how to frame a shed window opening, how to prepare the window opening for the shed window installation, and how to install the shed window. Additionally, this video will show you how to install shed window trim, how to install shed window flashing, and how to caulk a shed window.
I highly recommend that you use PVC trim for your shed windows - since it is more resistant to rot.
There are many different ways to install a shed window, but this method worked for my Modern Shed.
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@Sharkey94123 Жыл бұрын

I wanted to install a window in an existing shed so I viewed several videos and this one is the one I found most helpful. It took me two afternoons to complete my first window install including the final caulking and paint touch up. I'm 72 years old with some construction experience (45 to 50 years ago). I finished yesterday and it looks great. Thanks!

@deborahsparma9073 Жыл бұрын

I'm constructing my first DIY shed and this was a fantastic video for someone who has never installed a window before.

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@marvinjackson2641 10 ай бұрын

I almost spilled my drink when you started nailing the trim with a framing nailer.

@AndrewThronImprovements 10 ай бұрын

Haha yea not ideal. Go with Brad

@CHESTURCH 10 ай бұрын

Haha i used to do siding and windows for a living. I did it for 12 years, but never, have i installed LP smartside panels like this. Im building a shed right now, and have my 2'0x2'0 window framed in but then realized i have no idea how to put the window in since im using the smartside panels as my sheathing... that is until i watched this video! We get alot of snow and ice in the winter so i may use a drip edge since i wont have more than 12" of overhang.. anyways, thanks for the video! Judging by the comments, you have helped ALOT of people out by documenting your progress here.

@patgavros3492 10 ай бұрын

FABULOUS TUTORIAL!!!! I am now ready to install the windows in my shed. THANK YOU!

@rhinecabs9845 2 ай бұрын

Just did my shed window. Thank you. Came out great.

@atmosphereofworship2486 Жыл бұрын

Great video my friend. I have been looking for a good tutorial on how to install a window. I am DIY guy and have done many projects except for a window install. Your video is awesome and has everything I needed to have the confidence to go do it on my own. Thanks for the video and great job teaching and executing.

@tinothepilot Жыл бұрын

I’ve been looking for a video exactly like this. Thanks!

@patricksmith3135 Жыл бұрын

Keep them coming: I enjoy all of them

@melanielong6232 Жыл бұрын

Keep ‘em coming! Loving this series

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

I appreciate it!! Thanks for your help on the other window!

@RubySupreme329 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the instructions!

@williamscarboro4577 Жыл бұрын

Good job on the window just what I needed.

@mariafhp Жыл бұрын

Thank you that was really detailed and clear ❤️🤗💯

@stevep4182 8 ай бұрын

Best and most detailed video on an installation I have ever seen. I'm a visual person and you showed all vital steps. I can 100% do this following this presentation!! Also, the recommendation on a window to put it is perfect. I found the exact window, same price on Amazon already! Well done!! New subscriber just based on this and look forward to seeing all your other video's.

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

I really appreciate it and I’m glad it was helpful! Welcome to the channel and thanks for the support!

@gedionsamuel2256 Жыл бұрын

It’s great that you stated not to caulk or seal the bottom of the window so water can escape in case it manages to get in. But a few steps earlier you used that black sealant when attaching the window on the bottom as well. Doesn’t that defeat the intended purpose? Also I do believe the side trims need to extend all the way down and the bottom trim fits in between them. Great clear video overall.

@charlesblanton1008 Жыл бұрын

The answer to both of those questions is yes. Then he caulks across the bottom of the window's exterior, once again preventing any water that may enter from the top or sides from escaping. Do as he says and not as he does I guess 🤷‍♂️.

@3dartist43 Жыл бұрын

This will be my next shed !

@3dartist43 Жыл бұрын

What was the final cost of this shed ?

@clayaderhold 10 ай бұрын

super helpful thankyou man

@AndrewThronImprovements 10 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@ShellRides 5 ай бұрын

Following now 😊come help me make my shed better lol

@cargogh Жыл бұрын

At <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="510">8:30</a> you were laying down a sweet and steady bead. Good job.

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Haha #steadybead. Thanks for watching!!

@krob2564 Жыл бұрын

Drew you make this look so simple. I appreciate the use of tape to prevent spill over. Great job. About how much does the material cost? Is their a material list for review?

@RealRionRedinger 8 ай бұрын

Dude, your transitions are on point! Trying learn about proper window installation methods and am learning videography!

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

Haha appreciate it!

@richardlott579 Жыл бұрын

nice job!

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@trade0714 8 ай бұрын

Question: When rainwater runs down the depressed GROOVES in the siding from above the window, isn't that water getting trapped in that groove between the siding, the window frame and the trim? I don't see where it can drain out. The same concern with Z-flashing if you put horizontal trim over the Z-flashing to hide it. The water running down the grooves is trapped between the horizontal separation bend in the flashing and the trim applied over it. It has no place to drain out. What am I missing here? Should I fill those grooves with caulk??

@misosong 3 ай бұрын

Hey the sharpie part… you can just mark it on one side for both lines. The mid point would give you a perfect mid

@johnlovett8341 11 ай бұрын

Thanks. Better that anything I've build. Maybe: 1) don't run caulk on the bottom, 2) bit of caulk at the of each smartside groove meets the tape, 3) dont cut the bottom sill tape all the way to the corner. Bend/stretch about 1/4" ark nd the corner.

@trade0714 8 ай бұрын

Maybe this answers my question about letting rainwater run down the grooves -- trapped by a sealed-off groove down lower -- and then have no way to drain out. Fill the grove with caulk at the top where the tape (or trim) is attached so that water can't get into that part of the groove to begin with.

@whitemagus2000 Жыл бұрын

Nice. I need a little window in my shed, but it's too small of a job for anyone to want to do it. I built the shed, so I guess I can install a window too.

@MrErikSnyder 5 ай бұрын

Awesome tutorial. Saved me a bunch of money, time, and most of all embarrassment in front my wife, lol

@AndrewThronImprovements 5 ай бұрын

Haha I hear you on that! Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching!

@Mike-su8si 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for showing the actual size of the window because pictures don't all the time. I was looking for a 4f wide to 2f9 in height window at first but seen the 14x21 will work if it won't fit upright because of lack of space were its gonna go then it'll go on to its side. But on the cat shed was built out of all recycled lumber some of the lumber was bent twisted one main spot i need to rebuild on it is the door frame because the twisted lumber i have new stacks of recycled lumber so I'll find a straight piece for it and rebuild it sometime untreated lumber cost to much for a place to just throw it outside i have hundreds worth of lumber. But some place when they build they're create boxes to carry copper in them with thin birch and pine boards they use way to many nails so i can't take those apart to save the nice pine boards good 10 or 11 foot boxes but way to many nails are punched in holding it all together whoever builds those shipping boxes goes crazy with the nail gun i hoard alot of lumber knotty pine boards to lots of grade 2 and 3 lumber

@trtkabasnbi7768 10 ай бұрын

Nice video. The pacing was very good for folks to learn. Just one question - I thought sealing a window required Z flashing at the top?

@jamiehalifax4954 2 ай бұрын

I think caulking on the bottom of the window is a good thing but others say not to caulk the bottom cuz it will trap water. what do you think ?

@gporr7004 9 күн бұрын

How do you measure initially to see where the Jack and king stud go?

@Mike-su8si 5 ай бұрын

On the cats shed i built i didn't use no rubber flashing around the edges of the windows frame i just bought 2 old used windows and built the frame and put them on then screwed wood trim on neither leak any water in when it rains But for that going on the house in the attic I'll use the the rubber flashing and figure out how im gonna cut the vinyl siding and this is why i don't like vinyl siding on houses good thing is its not old siding Whatever way its gonna get cut i have to have a window in up there to get all the old installation out

@Ericsphillips Жыл бұрын

I'll be starting a similar shed this weekend. Need to breakdown and buy a framing nailer (have finish nailer). Did you use 30 degrees on rough framing and 21 degrees on siding?

@X_M3X_M3X_X 8 ай бұрын

How do you cover the nails on the siding panels??

@TurboMountTV Ай бұрын

Could you install the window UNDER the Smart Siding? Thanks. From LP Website: Always install your windows and flashing to the studs before you hang your LP SmartSide panel siding. Carefully cut the window opening in the panel with a 3/16-inch gap along the sides and the bottom of the window, and a 3/8-inch gap along the top.

@SemajV1 5 ай бұрын

Could these be used on an older mobile home? It has those aluminum windows on the inside and out of the windows, meaning you have to open two windows to get air. I want to take them out and get something new.

@Mike-su8si 5 ай бұрын

I only go buy lumber if im really needing a piece i don't have if i don't have much 2x3x8s then I'll buy some 2x4x8s instead but i have stacks of yellow pine Companies don't hardly use white pine but that wood looks nice for trimming around any frame

@mo_bra3340 Жыл бұрын

We bought our house last year and there was already a shed built on site. We want to add a window to it, that has opening capabilities. The shed has flat drywall inside, so the walls are already thick and we only have a basic idea of where the support beams/studs are. Any suggestions? :-)

@user-th3rn2cx1s 11 ай бұрын

Hey what's up my man I'm installing some windows on these LP smart side panels but something came to mind.. did water ever get in through the small "ridges' in the panels? As you can see in your video there is two going thru the top of your window... I was just thinking theoretically water would collect in there if it was there is a gap correct? Im not sure if you did that in your video, even though the tape will help it not leak into the shed, do you think it will eventually cause the wood to rot against the tape? Shouldn't it have some sealant up to the top of where the trim will be to avoid trim rot as well? Thanks man

@btgoodlin 11 ай бұрын

A couple have asked about the grooves/design of the siding. Won’t water drip down those and get behind the tape? I have a shed with the same siding and want to retrofit a window. I’m curious about the grooves too.

@avidreader6097 10 ай бұрын

Same. I am putting siding on after for that reason

@michaelblack8660 Жыл бұрын

What if water goes down the grooves in the panel? Will it get behind the tape?

@coldoldrice Жыл бұрын

I said the same thing

@btgoodlin 11 ай бұрын

I was wanting to ask the same, he hasn’t answered yet, huh?

@CHESTURCH 9 ай бұрын

As long as you caulk the trim to the panel and then check your caulking above the top piece of trim each year or so, it will be fine. I notice after a few years in the sun and then extreme cold, caulking will Crack and sometimes peel

@jeffkelety9878 Жыл бұрын

Hi. Nice shed! What material are you using to line the interior walls? Thx!

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Hi Jeff - it's a product called PROSLAT

@alexhaubold248 6 ай бұрын

now your huskavara chainsaw and dewalt drills have a nicer house than me

@llunaeldas8055 Жыл бұрын

Well the contractors I hired didn't do any of this and now my would be studio leaks.

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that....At least you know how to fix it now

@berthahust3038 11 ай бұрын

What is a PC window on a shed

@kaitlynrowena5463 Жыл бұрын

What’s the name of the window? It’s perfect for my shed, with the size and the pre installed mosquito netting

@SSIcely 6 ай бұрын

Any reason for no flashing tape on the top side of the window?

@CannibalSheepQc 5 ай бұрын

Ikr?

@fannycraddock99 Жыл бұрын

I can't do anything straight so get a big mess!

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Haha you should have seen the first window I did. Thanks for watching!

@stoneyj1a1 Жыл бұрын

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="409">6:49</a> you said to make sure the tape doesn't go any further down. But it looks like you did. So whats the truth?

@smitaaay 11 ай бұрын

You're looking at the wrong lip. That's why he zoomed way in like that. You can also see that he lines the trim up exactly with the end of his tape, which is lined up with the tiny lip that he's talking about. It's kind of hard to see.