How do you repair or replace window sills that face outdoors & decay?
I want to replace decaying wood window sills. What is the best way to do this? With wood or non-wood material?
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What I have done is cut down the middle, pry the old sill off, and use it as a template to make a new one or or if I can't just take it to the homecenter and buy a replacement.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8iu9dLrV-E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdqaaD4qt14
Both will work if they are treated properly. Wood should be sealed.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5-XZovS1W8
Use treated wood so it doesn't happen again