Slide the balance friction spring between the window frame and window. The top tab of the spring should sit on the top of the window jamb. Insert a small nail into the hole on the tab of the spring. Hammer it in until the nail sits flat. Most springs come with included nails, but if it doesn't, use a steel wire nail. Slide the window up and down. The spring will add tension between the frame and keep the window in the position you set it in. Place the sash spring in the center side of each window.
The sash spring will fit easily between the sliding edges of the window. The curve should face in so that the edges stick out on the sash spring. Nail the sash in using the provided nail holes. Depending on the model, the nail holes will appear in different area.
Without letting go of the bracket, move on to the next step to attach it. Some brackets have a little nub on the end that allows it to be lightly hammered into a small mortise on the bottom of the sash. Some brackets may accept two screws and I prefer these, so if there is any way to add a second screw, do it.
The extra insurance is well worth it! Once both balances are attached, test the sash, moving it all the way up and down in the jamb. Stop at various points and make sure that the tension is adequate to support the sash wherever it may need to rest along its track.
You can always remove the bracket and adjust the tension add a little, remove a little as needed. If you have questions about some of the other elements of removing a sash that I just touched on briefly like removing stops and parting bead, dealing with lead paint, etc.
There you have it! If you have any comments on your experiences with spiral or tube balances or have some suggestions on how it can be done smoother or tips for working with some of the many models of spiral balances, please feel free to share those in the comments below as well. I love old houses, working with my hands, and teaching others the excitment of doing it yourself! Everything is teachable if you only give it the chance.
My question is: There were aluminum jamb liners that got beat up removing the windows. Is there an alternative for these? Hi, We are searching how to make some of our old wood sash windows functional again.
We live in Montreal, Quebec. The information you post on your blog is very interesting but I have questions. I found out that one of the windows could not be kept opened without putting a support and I finally noticed that the tube on the side had disappeared. Actually, there was no more screw. Is it possible to fix this by simply putting back the screw to hold the tube in place while rolling the spiral?
Thank you fo any advice! Hi I just had the spring balances replaced by a professional sash repair but today I opened the top window and it did not hold, slamming to the bottom window. I recently had them decorated and sprinkled balances replaced Easter this year. Okay so how do you put the spiral metal rod back into the tube if it has been removed??
I tried inserting it back into the top, but the bottom spring and plastic piece keep me from getting it all the way through. Can I remove the plastic insert at the bottom to insert the rod? If so how?? No clips, but a spiral balance that is broken and the window will not open. I can not remove the sash because the window will not open no matter what.
My broken spiral sash is in an aluminium window frame. I have received my replacement and upon installation it keeps dropping out of the foot when I close the window. Its got a cross tab and when tensioned I fit it into a foot that is screwed into the bottom of the window that opens and closes.
Can someone help me? Why is it falling out of the spiral foot after being tensioned and placed into the foot. It happens again and again. I tension it, place it in the foot, then close the window and as soon as I have closed the window I here it drop out from the foot. I have many windows in my house that have spiral balances. The springs are in good condition but the tube covers were apparently discarded by a previous owner. Can you suggest where i can find these tube covers? Just a quick thank-you.
Your efforts to explain how to maintain these balances is very much appreciated. Ok Scott. I avoided being impaled by the flying spiral screw and the bottom brackets are loosed. This will allow you to instantly calculate the correct balance for your requirements. Still unsure which balance is best for the job? You could always give us a call on and speak to one our experienced consultants for expert assistance. Some suppliers prices may not. Sign up for our Newsletter to receive latest product information, news and exclusive offers from Mighton.
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