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Window sitting right again
A loose hinge made a window sit unevenly and let in a draught. The glass and frame were sound.
€5 in hardware · a draught reduced
How it was handled
Steps taken
- 01
Support the sash
Keep the window supported so it cannot drop or twist.
- 02
Find the loose point
Check the hinge screws and look for stripped holes or missing hardware.
- 03
Tighten and align
Tighten evenly, then make small alignment adjustments.
- 04
Test the close
Open and close slowly, confirming the latch and seal meet cleanly.
Your turn
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