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Brigitte loved the way the sun streaming through her bathroom window lit up her bedroom – unless the door was closed. A frosted glass insert in her bathroom door provided the necessary privacy while letting the sun shine through.
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DO measure carefully before cutting into your door. You definitely want the hole you make to be the right size for your glass.
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DON’T forget to use glazing putty to place the glass. This prevents moisture from getting between the frame and the glass and also keeps the glass from rattling. |
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Let the Sun Shine In
- Use a hammer and punch to remove the door from its hinges. (see figs. A & B)
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| Fig. A |
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Fig. B |
- Place the door on two sawhorses and use a circular saw to cut out the centre portion, making the opening the right size for the frosted glass. (see fig. C)
- Cut and paint the trim pieces that will hold the glass in position. Use wood glue and nails to attach these to one side of the opening. (see figs. D & E)
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| Fig. C |
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Fig. D |
- Run glazing putty around this trim.
- Place the frosted glass into position over the putty. Gently move into position to be sure that the glass is seated properly. (see fig. F)
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| Fig. E |
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Fig. F |
- Using wood glue and nails, attach the trim pieces to the other side of the glass to hold it in place. (see fig. G)
- Re-hang the door and bask in the glow. (see fig. H)
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| Fig. G |
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Fig. H |
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