Simple Repair Projects to Improve Old Wood Windows

Simple Repair Projects to Improve Old Wood Windows
If maintained regularly, old double-hung windows can last a lifetime and be energy efficient. Tokar/Shutterstock
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Dear James: My existing old double-hung windows still look nice, but they leak outdoor air and are difficult to open and close. What can I do to improve them myself? —Kevin J.

Dear Kevin: If maintained regularly, old double-hung windows can last a lifetime and be energy efficient. When yours were originally designed and built, there was not much concern about energy efficiency. You can make improvements that make them more efficient than when they were brand new.

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