Everywhere Steve Jordan goes, fans flock, eager to hear words of wisdom about old wooden windows -- from rot to weatherstripping. What seems like a simple question can lead to hours of debate. "It's ...

Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: How to identify common wood rot and determine its extent Discovering potential sources of water damage and how to address those Determining whether ...

Jeff, a fellow amateur radio operator, sent me a photograph of a wood window in his girlfriend’s bathroom. The window is suffering from rot, and the sash frame is starting to separate. While I don’t ...

Some window sashes in my home are in good shape. Others are falling apart. Can I purchase replacement kits that will allow me to maintain the character of my older home? Will the replacement sash ...

A reader sent me a photo of a wood window in his girlfriend’s bathroom. The window is suffering from rot, and the sash frame is starting to separate. He asked if I was able to determine what was ...

Dear James: The wood frame windows in my vintage house are pretty deteriorated. I want to repair them, not replace them, to maintain its character. What repairs to them can I do myself? — Don H. Dear ...