Log Cabin glass removal. You may have a need to remove the glass from your doors or windows for maintenance or to paint behind. Most log cabins will have removable beading on the frame and it’s pretty straightforward to remove.
Below is how I remove the glass without causing any damage. It may help you should you wish to take yours out for whatever reason. It’s straightforward to do and takes a few minutes to accomplish.
Scoring
Log Cabin glass removal – If the beading is already painted then firstly score down the beading with a sharp knife, penetrating the treatment.
Using a small flat blade screwdriver or similar this can be pushed down the side of the bead, work along and the pins holding the bead will become loose.
Gently lever out the bead.
Lever
Continue around the other beads, first score the bead to break the treatment seal as before.
The bead once loosened can be easily removed.
Remove
Lever off the other beads using a small flat blade screwdriver. I prefer to put the beads in order of how you took them out. Doors are windows are hand-made so they may have minor variations.
Log Cabin Glass removal. With the beads removed, pull out the glass allowing you to replace it or treat behind for aesthetics and longevity. Please note it maybe necessary to use a sharp blade behind the glass and frame to break the seal of any sealant used.
Refit Glazing
Refitting the glass is the reverse of taking it out. If you wished to you could add a bead of silicone sealant although this is not necessary.
Using a hammer tap the pins through the beads so the bead can be easily fitted
Refit Beading
Place the glass back into the frame and start to refit the beads.
Tap the pins into the frame, Depending on the type of bead it is often easier to slide your hammer head along the glass.
With the glass replaced you can wipe off any finger marks or stray sealant if you decided to use any.
To finish, retreat the beads if you have already painted the log cabin.
Please Note:
As with any DIY project you need to give full consideration to your safety and those around you. Therefore I recommend wearing safety equipment including goggles and gloves in the when removing the glass. Take all care and consideration whilst doing so.
This concludes our Log Cabin glass removal guide- For any other questions and concerns please email in.
