Your Old House: Windows

You may sometimes curse them because they stick (or are painted shut!), but the windows in our historic Cottontown homes are actually antiques to preserve and treasure.

Take a good look at the windows in your home. You are probably seeing a double-hung window, with an upper and lower sash. The upper sash is probably divided into small sections of glass, called lights. The patterns of lights vary throughout the neighborhood, and provide lovely style to our homes.  Take a close look at the glass itself; it was finely hand -crafted, so you will see slight wavy lines or bubbles, that provide a unique view to the world. Each window is a bit different, a jewel from the past that no modern window can rival.

Remember, unlike many modern windows, these windows were built to last.  Worn parts (such as sash cords) or broken glass can be replaced. Adding new glazing putty to reseal the windows is a fairly simple task for most homeowners. Take care of your windows and you will never need to replace them.