How to Install a Garden or Greenhouse Window - Tools Needed

Learn how to install a pre-fab greenhouse window; details include enlarging an opening, framing, and creating a weatherproof seal.

Tools and supplies:
      Hammer
      Pry bar
      Utility knife
      Nail remover
      Tape measure
      Carpenter's pencil
      Butane powered nail gun
      Handheld cordless power saw
      Masking tape
      Power drill
      Assorted driver bits

Materials:
      Block of scrap wood
     Shim pieces
     Wood trim for interior window opening
     Rust resistant screws
     Filler strips of wood
     Exterior wood trim
     Silicone caulk
     Waterproof flashing paper

Note: This list is based on this specific project and situation. Please adjust these items and instructions to your particular needs.

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