Need replacement Storm window inserts.
The house I bought is missing some storm windows.
The frames are still good, so I don't want to buy frames with storm windows, I just need the inserts.
Anybody know where I can buy these?
I'm trying to avoid buying the whole storm window set with the frame.
Your local hardware shop should be able to do it. Call them up and ask them.
-Michael
We have found the best thing to do is to buy new off the shelf, the whole package. Assuming the new fits the old frames, you can just recycle the new frames, or replace them as needed.
We do the same with windows when both panes have been broken.
It is not always the most economical when looking just at materials costs, but when factoring in time and difficulty - it is the easiest and fastest. For us, it makes this option the cheapest in the long run.
Any hardware store, if you have the frames they will reset the glass for usually around 15$ per window.
Brian
I just went through this last week. I had a local hardware store order two inserts and put them in the frames for me. One was a "standard" shape and size, the other was much more narrow. Total cost was $154. Ouch.
yup, impossible to replace frames,,,glass yes,frames no. Best energy wise to buy a replacement double pane window and throw the combo storm windows in the recyle tub to sell the alluminum.
If that isnt possible,buy a new combo for 20 bucks
Home Depot sells the whole thing - frame, 2 storm windows, and screen for $40-50. That will be the cheapest and fastest way to go. Getting custom storms made is expensive and they probably won't fit right either.