Remove Upper Sash Window

Unscrew or pry off the parting beads according to how the frame is manufactured and remove the sash from the frame.

Remove upper sash window.

Window sashes are typically found in the double hung window style in which one sash is positioned above a lower sash. Window removal involves cutting away. Knot the cords to keep them from being pulled into the weight pockets. Removing a fixed pane window takes a bit more work than taking the window sash out for a window that raises and lowers.

Be certain the support the upper sash as these blocks are removed. Move the top sash all the way down to the window sill. Always slowly release the sash cords after removing them from the sash. After the parting bead is out of one side swing that side of the sash inward and remove the ropes as with the bottom sash.

Pull out the upper sash and take off its cords or chains. The lower window sash has the capacity to slide up and down until it is nearly parallel with the upper sash. Insert the top sash bottom end first snap one hinge pin into place and press down on the opposite side. How to remove a fixed pane window.

Remove the fixed upper sash by releasing these shear blocks supporting the upper sash frame. Releasing the sash cords quickly can result in damage within the window frame. Release the latches to snap the window into place. If the sash will not move due to paint build up you can continue but the parting bead will be more difficult to remove and will likely come out in pieces.

Mi windows doors training segment demonstrating the proper way to remove and replace a top or bottom sash in a double hung window. Unscrew the upper sash from the window frame itself if no parting beads were used and the sash was directly secured to the frame. These blocks are typically held in place with flathead wood screws on wood window frames or a sheet metal screw on metal window frames. Reinstall the sashes by following the steps in the reverse order.

Remove the parting beads the vertical strips holding the upper sash. Pull out the lower sash and take off the cords or chains on both sides. Parting beads are the small vertical rails in the frame between the lower and upper sash. Tilt the window up then press the latches toward the center until the window is upright.

Remove the sash hardware and store in a labeled bag. Remove the upper sash in the same manner as the lower window sash.