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How to Replace a Window Weight

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Old windows have counter-weight ropes that can weather and break. Replacing these ropes is necessary for proper window performance.
Step 6: Lubricate friction points and replace front stop
Use beeswax to lubricate any surfaces that the window sash slides up against. Gently press the front stops back into position. Replace the screws to set the stops in place. The window should rise and fall easily, and the window weight should not hit the bottom of the well when the window is fully raised. Touch up the trim with some paint, and the project will be complete.
Replace the screws in the front stop.

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