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(SuzySue) wrote in message . com...
There are websites where someone can purchase double glazing. You take
the measurements, send them on and they despatch the windows.

You then install the windows yourself, with a friend or two for help!

I was wondering if anyone here has ever installed their own double
glazing? If so, how did you get on doing so, and what experience did
you have before doing so?

About 20 years ago, with much help from a much more competent diyer,
so I may have forgotten much.

1. (Obviously) measurement is crucial -- especially considering 2.

2. We appeared to be able to install them with much less disruption to
the surrounds than we observed in the work of most 'professionals',
i.e. almost a matter of ripping out the old (wooden) ones and slotting
in the new into the space vacated. Very little plastering required --
IMHO important for diy. That foam stuff (that hardens) (name?) was a
godsend.

Best regards,

Jon C.