The Historic District

I Googled UGL - isn't available in the hardware stores where I am, but Amazon has it. Not a bad price and free shipping!, but would take a week to get here. UGL 31506 Glazing Compound by UGL Price: CDN$ 23.40 FREE SHIPPING. Usually ships within 4 to 5 days. Use on wood and metal sashes, plumbing fix...

It's pretty in its own right. I'd save it from target practice.

Wow, that is really beautiful! A work of art in itself.
Lucky guy!

Those are good tips, thanks! I hope I'm not hijacking - Here was my general process: Blopentine and oil primer on the outside face of the sashes; shellack on the rabbets and inside faces; then linseed putty, glazing, and chalk. Since both faces are protected somewhat I could have them installed now ...

I bought the linseed putty from Allback this summer and just used it today. Your assessment of its properties is the same as mine - soft and sticky and doesn't stick easily to shellacked rabbets. But I got through 5 windows ok. 5 more to go. Unfortunately, I hadn't realized that the putty can only b...

What a beautiful staircase you have!

What a funny and helpful video. Your personality comes through! I laughed at the Hogwarts reference. Love it!

I was just researching the same thing. My grandma's house had green waxy cloth roller blinds and the blind fixtures are still on the windows, so I'm going to try and install something similar. I found this website, but have not yet really looked into it. m I'd be interested to hear what you end up p...

This is another product not available in my city (in Canada). I looked high and low. I can order it online, but the cost of shipping nearly doubles the cost.
I've ordered linseed putty from Allback instead.

I've never heard of Shorpy before. What a neat site!
Yes, a beautiful fence.