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Where the traditional look of genuine wood is preferred, home owners overlook the other options for window sills like aluminum, PVC and stone as the warmth and finish that can be achieved in good quality timber cannot be replaced by the best of high grade sundry other materials.

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» Window Sill

By Elizabeth Hume | Published 05/19/2006 | Sills | Unrated

A windowsill is that portion of the window, which has the primary function of channeling water away from the building. This may be a single unit or consist of multiple units and can either be built in place or store brought as there are excellent grades of prefabricated sills available in the market today that are constructed out of various materials.

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» Window Sill Weep

By Elizabeth Hume | Published 05/19/2006 | Sills | Unrated

A window sill has the basic function of keeping away water from the walls and the window but there are times when an air cavity or space can be interrupted or blocked, leading to the accumulation of water and moisture in the window sill; to prevent this for happening, a window sill weep is very important.

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» Window Sill Trim

By Elizabeth Hume | Published 05/19/2006 | Sills | Unrated

It can be a do-it-yourself project, provided one has basic carpentry skills and the right tools. The stool-and-apron design with mitered casing is simple and practical so, beginning with a miter saw and leading up to more is recommended. To make the trim sit flat, any bit of drywall at corner needs to be removed and shaving uneven hair off a miter may be required to make a tight joint.

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» Window Sill Repair

By Elizabeth Hume | Published 05/19/2006 | Sills | Unrated

Repairing a window sill has pretty much become a simplified affair, what with the advent and success of prefabricated windows and sills, trims and accessories for home improvement; it is just a matter of having the basic tools and the time and will to do it on your own.

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