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Vertical Sliding Installation

Published on October 2, 2011 by rob in Vertical Sliding

Applies to:

Vertical Sliding Rifle Window

Congratulations on your purchase of the best deer blind windows available – Texas Deer Blind Windows. Your windows will provide with you years of service with very little maintenance required. We have provided both installation instructions and suggested maintenance for years of maintenance free service.

Suggested Tools and Materials:
Power saw, screw driver or power drill, level, tape measure, square, caulking gun, adhesive sealant, screws and a helper (it is easier with two people)

Window Installation:
To aid in this example we will assume a vertical sliding rifle window that is 14” W x 12” H. because this window only has one pane this is the size of the pane. The actual window frame in this example is 14” W x 23” H.

Cut your window opening:
The first step is to cut your window openings using a power saw. A good rule of thumb for the bottom of the window height is 39” to 41” but you should measure for your preference. The window opening needs to be square and for this window you would cut your rough opening to be approximately 1/8” less than the width and 1/8” less than the height. For our example window, a 14”x12” we will need to cut the rough opening size 13 7/8” x 11 7/8”. Keep in mind the window frame for this window is actually larger than the window pane size so you will need room above this rough opening to install the window.

Test fit the window in the opening:
Once the window opening is cut you will need to test fit the window. The window will mount on the inside wall of the blind. For this style window the inside window extrusion should completely cover the rough opening.

Put sealant on the window:
Next you will need a quality adhesive sealant such as PL Ultimate Hybrid Sealant + Adhesive, which can be found at Home Depot or Lowes. The main qualities you are looking for in your sealant is pliability and an adhesive factor, we do not recommend sealants such as Liquid Nails which cure hard. You will need to run a good bead all the way around the inside flange of the window to seal it tight.

Install the window:
Make sure the window is level and that you have a good 1/8 inch of clearance all the way around the window if looking at it from the outside. Once you have the window in the desired location start screwing the window in place. Start in the top left corner with one screw and then go the top right corner with one screw. Test slid the window and make sure it still slides freely, then work your way across the top of the window. Start on the sides and alternate from the left side to the right side and then finish up by screwing the bottom. Congratulations you are done!

Maintenance:
Depending on the amount of dust, fallen leaves, etc. in your area you may need to occasionally clean the bottom window channel. You can easily do this by removing each window from the frame by opening the finger clips and pulling the window out of the channel. You can then clean the channel and apply a small amount of WD-40 or Teflon oil to the channel to keep the window from squeaking. To clean the window panes use either Windex or soap and water.

If you need assistance:
If you have any questions or need help please call (214) 551-1530 and we will be glad to help. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to serve you.