Install New Window Molding to Improve Appearance

Install New Window Molding to Improve Appearance
Thicker, more ornate window casing trim can be much more attractive than typical clamshell casing. All About Space/Shutterstock
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Dear James: I want to jazz up my dining room windows with decorative casing trim while I am having replacement windows installed. How can I do this trim project myself? —Debra H.

Dear Debra: Doing a decorative casing project while having replacement windows installed is certainly the proper time. The interior window trim and molding will already be removed, and you can see where all the supporting lumber is located. Inject nonexpanding insulating foam in all the gaps around the window frame.

James Dulley
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