Window + Door Alignment
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Correct window jamb alignment?
Comments (7)While this is actually typical in old houses, where studs and sheathing vary in thickness, it is a sign of poor installation in new work. You do have to "fight the fins" to get the window sitting true to the wall plane sometimes, but you can't give up the fight leaving it a-planar. We pry them then install some screws (or nails)/shims in the side jambs, then while it's held true that way, it gets permanently locked in place with the spray foam insulation. Casey...See Moreceiling peak and window alignment help??
Comments (2)The are not structural, just for decorative purposes. I wanted to add the window to allow for more natural light into the home. I would place it anywhere on the wall with the green line....See MoreRug alignment and Awkward window placement
Comments (5)The “main room” is really just a kitchen and open space but didn’t have anywhere to put the couch and tv without the room looking over crowded. I can take a picture of the main room once more boxes are moved! This is the view of the other side of the living room. The reason I didn’t put the couch on the opposite wall was because I didn’t like the tv in front of the window and putting it on the space next to the window looked odd to me!...See Morewindow glass replaced - aligned with vinyl frame?
Comments (5)+1. Is this going to affect performance, no, but that also doesn't pass industry standards. There shouldn't be any obstruction in the viewable glass area. Whether or not you want to press the issue depends on how much it bothers you....See Morephilosophia327
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