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!
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.
Having the actual window there with you to be able to lay it down and get perfect frame measurements before nailing everything together is absolutely galaxy-brain. Never would have thought of that, I'm so glad I came across this… I'm fixing to try it for the first time this next weekend!
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.
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 🤷♂️.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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
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??
This is a sticking point for me too. Even if you caulk the crap out of those grooves, you have to assume some water will eventually make it through. When it does, it will deteriorate not only the backside of these panels but also the structural framing. I suppose you could add a water resistant barrier (i.e. house wrap) onto the framing first, then install the windows with flashing, and finally the panels as the last layer. Again, if water gets it in will still deteriorate the backside of this panel but at least your framing is safe. I just started framing the walls of my shed when I ran into this conundrum - debating returning the panels and going with the tried and true method of OSB, house wrap, and finally siding since these panels seem like a flawed design.
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.
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?
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
considering the light weight of these small aluminum window, I think boxing in the frame of the window is enough and the bottom boards are over kill...
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
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? :-)
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.
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!
Good man 👍
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.
I'm constructing my first DIY shed and this was a fantastic video for someone who has never installed a window before.
Glad it helped!
I almost spilled my drink when you started nailing the trim with a framing nailer.
Haha yea not ideal. Go with Brad
Having the actual window there with you to be able to lay it down and get perfect frame measurements before nailing everything together is absolutely galaxy-brain. Never would have thought of that, I'm so glad I came across this… I'm fixing to try it for the first time this next weekend!
Quick and to the point, I feel much more confident that I should have no problem installing my new window. Thanks for sharing!
FABULOUS TUTORIAL!!!! I am now ready to install the windows in my shed. THANK YOU!
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.
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 🤷♂️.
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.
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.
I really appreciate it and I’m glad it was helpful! Welcome to the channel and thanks for the support!
Keep ‘em coming! Loving this series
I appreciate it!! Thanks for your help on the other window!
Keep them coming: I enjoy all of them
Just did my shed window. Thank you. Came out great.
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.
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.
Exactly what I needed! Thanks!
At 8:30 you were laying down a sweet and steady bead. Good job.
Haha #steadybead. Thanks for watching!!
Dude, your transitions are on point! Trying learn about proper window installation methods and am learning videography!
Haha appreciate it!
I’ve been looking for a video exactly like this. Thanks!
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?
Thanks for the instructions!
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?
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
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??
This is a sticking point for me too. Even if you caulk the crap out of those grooves, you have to assume some water will eventually make it through. When it does, it will deteriorate not only the backside of these panels but also the structural framing.
I suppose you could add a water resistant barrier (i.e. house wrap) onto the framing first, then install the windows with flashing, and finally the panels as the last layer. Again, if water gets it in will still deteriorate the backside of this panel but at least your framing is safe.
I just started framing the walls of my shed when I ran into this conundrum - debating returning the panels and going with the tried and true method of OSB, house wrap, and finally siding since these panels seem like a flawed design.
Good job on the window just what I needed.
Following now 😊come help me make my shed better lol
This will be my next shed !
What was the final cost of this shed ?
Thank you that was really detailed and clear ❤️🤗💯
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.
Do you have a video on running power to the shed? Thanks
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?
What if water goes down the grooves in the panel? Will it get behind the tape?
I said the same thing
I was wanting to ask the same, he hasn’t answered yet, huh?
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
considering the light weight of these small aluminum window, I think boxing in the frame of the window is enough and the bottom boards are over kill...
super helpful thankyou man
Glad it helped!
Nice thanks
Hey the sharpie part… you can just mark it on one side for both lines. The mid point would give you a perfect mid
hi there does it matter if you put siding first?
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 ?
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.
Same. I am putting siding on after for that reason
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.
How do you measure initially to see where the Jack and king stud go?
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
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
How do you cover the nails on the siding panels??
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
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.
How do I remove the bottom half of my shed window to put in air conditioner. Our window is identical to the one in the video just a little larger
nice job!
Thanks!
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? :-)
Whats the size of that shed height wise?
Where can I buy a window like that?
Hi. Nice shed! What material are you using to line the interior walls? Thx!
Hi Jeff - it's a product called PROSLAT
6:49 you said to make sure the tape doesn't go any further down. But it looks like you did. So whats the truth?
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.
Any reason for no flashing tape on the top side of the window?
Ikr?
Awesome tutorial. Saved me a bunch of money, time, and most of all embarrassment in front my wife, lol
Haha I hear you on that! Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching!
What’s the name of the window? It’s perfect for my shed, with the size and the pre installed mosquito netting
now your huskavara chainsaw and dewalt drills have a nicer house than me
What is a PC window on a shed
Well the contractors I hired didn't do any of this and now my would be studio leaks.
Sorry to hear that....At least you know how to fix it now
I can't do anything straight so get a big mess!
Haha you should have seen the first window I did. Thanks for watching!
Sealant? How come you didn’t use the other word? 😂
If people cutout the pullups and other non related topics and ACTUALLY TALKED Slowwwer,,it could almost be a INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO
This would be great without the music. I came for education, not entertainment. Thanks for sharing friend.
What and who are you talking to
this was horrific to watch. this should be a how not to video!!