Jason Buresh
12-03-2020, 12:06 PM
There was post here maybe a year ago about someone who had built a curved gothic window. I tried searching but had little success.
I would like to read into more detail in window construction and purchased a book from lost art press on window and door making and also the book "circular work in carpentry and joinery" .
I have a basement window in my shop that will need replacement at some point, although its not leaking right now, it is in rougher shape. I would like to attempt a curved gothic look in the square opening similar to some of those seen on victorian era houses in my area. I have seen curved or diamond pattern accent windows.
I know i could just buy a replacement window for a lot less work, and possibly money, but this is a project i want to do, and not because i am being cheap. This is the only window in my shop, so i wanted to make something special
My window is fairly small and square, measuring 20" tall by 36" long if i had to guess. The frame should be a fairly straightforward build, but creating the arches or diamonds is where the tricky part will be.
Wondering if anyone has any insight or experience to share, or any books or resources that could be recommended. Also, i have a sash cutter for my 45, as well as rabbet and fillister planes, but i cant think of any specialty tools other than that that may be needed. If anyone knows of any i would be interested in those as well. This isn't something that has to be done right away, but would like to do some studying and research before i attempt anything.
Thanks everyone!
I would like to read into more detail in window construction and purchased a book from lost art press on window and door making and also the book "circular work in carpentry and joinery" .
I have a basement window in my shop that will need replacement at some point, although its not leaking right now, it is in rougher shape. I would like to attempt a curved gothic look in the square opening similar to some of those seen on victorian era houses in my area. I have seen curved or diamond pattern accent windows.
I know i could just buy a replacement window for a lot less work, and possibly money, but this is a project i want to do, and not because i am being cheap. This is the only window in my shop, so i wanted to make something special
My window is fairly small and square, measuring 20" tall by 36" long if i had to guess. The frame should be a fairly straightforward build, but creating the arches or diamonds is where the tricky part will be.
Wondering if anyone has any insight or experience to share, or any books or resources that could be recommended. Also, i have a sash cutter for my 45, as well as rabbet and fillister planes, but i cant think of any specialty tools other than that that may be needed. If anyone knows of any i would be interested in those as well. This isn't something that has to be done right away, but would like to do some studying and research before i attempt anything.
Thanks everyone!