Press in glazing points around the perimeter of the frame to secure the glass image 2.
How to change a pane of glass in a door.
Mark the location of the pieces on the back so that you can replace them in the same order.
Carefully remove broken glass pieces.
Most buildings require safety glass in entry doors because it helps to prevent injuries if the pane is broken.
Reattach the wooden stops with wire brads.
Using a painters tool or chisel gently pry the trim from the frame.
Press the glass down to bed it into the glazing compound.
Order the replacement pane.
Press the glass into the compound then secure it with glazing points.
Measure the broken pane of glass beyond the molding stops that help to hold the glass in place.
Clean scrape and lightly sand the frame and the trim pieces.
Place the molding back on the door in the same order that you removed it.
Hold the molding down tight against the glass.
Measure the broken door pane for a new piece of glass.
You can put painters tape on the backside of the.
This diy project only takes about an h.
Scrape away the old glazing compound from the windowpane opening.
Remove all four trim pieces.
Then subtract 1 8 to allow for the new glass to expand in the door when it heats up.
Lay a thick bead of glazing compound around pane opening.
Carefully remove the broken pane from the door.
This is the size glass pane your should order from a hardware store or glass maker.
Take your time and be gentle to remove the pieces without breaking them.