How to Replace the Sash Lock on a Vinyl Window | This Old House
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to install swap out broken or missing window security mechanisms. (See below for a shopping list and tools.)
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Shopping List for How to Replace the Sash Lock on a Vinyl Window:
– new sash locks
– pop rivets
Tools for How to Replace the Sash Lock on a Vinyl Window:
– drill/driver
– pop rivet gun, for riveting new locks to window
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Sorry, but I am not a big fan of "replacement" windows. What is wrong with repairing the windows and restoring the beauty. I did my windows the old fashioned way by removing and repairing them. People are sold on these replacement windows because they are going to "save" money. Ha ha.
Nice. THX.
This DOES happen. I'm trying to figure it out on my windows right now. 13 vinyl windows and the sash locks are broken on every single one of them. All 13 windows.
"I think the hardest part was finding the locks!"
Well, yeah, it is, and thanks for not telling us where you got them! 🙁
Why did they ALL break in the first place? Why won't the replacement locks fail also?
He damaged the finish on the lock when it popped 🙂
Tom probably couldn't mention where he found the locks due to show regulations. I tried finding these exact locks and couldn't. Unless the replacement locks are better quality, they will probably all break again.
White rivet sure would have looked better
You guys rock… thanks.
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What about if it's screws, what does one do if it's a loose fit?
I think I see why they all break. When it's locked it's pushing up on the plastic part where the lock handle is located. This plastic is under constant stress and eventually blasts out.
What do you do if the other part breaks. I think you called it a "keeper"? Is that easy to replace as well?
should have used white rivits
I would have used screws
I have same exact locks and same problem many of those are broken if you can please tell me where did you get the new ones thanks