Replacing a sliding glass door with a new window

07-22-2010, 07:53 AM	#1
twildey Newbie   Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 8	Replacing a sliding glass door with a new window I am getting ready to replace an old sliding glass door with a new window, but have a few questions. Here is where I am. The old window is about 8’ W x 7’ H. I am replacing it with and Anderson 3 pane casement window that is 72” W x 41” H. I am planning on leaving the header in place and then framing the area out for the new window and wall. Here are my questions: 1. The rest of the house (70 + yrs old) is not wrapped with Tyvek or any other house wrap under the wood shingles. Or I should say I am not sure if the rest of the house is wrapped. Does it make any sense to wrap this small area? If so should I use Tyvek or tar paper? 2. Is ½” OSB acceptable for the exterior walls or do I need to use plywood? Any other tricks or suggestions would be much appreciated! Thanks, Ian Last edited by twildey; 07-22-2010 at 08:39 AM.

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07-22-2010, 09:40 AM	#2
rjniles A "Handy Husband"     Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South Carolina Low Country Posts: 2,945	Replacing a sliding glass door with a new window 1. I would cover the framed in area for water proofing and draft resistance. Every little bit helps. Use 15 pound felt (tar paper) to save buying a roll of Tyvek. 2. OSB is fine as long as nothing in a local code rejects it. I have not heard of an area that does. __________________ Location: Coastal South Carolina