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06/08/2026

Reel 10 of 10. Finishing off the window trim by cutting and installing the apron beneath the sill.

And that’s a wrap — a fully trimmed window featuring a 1½-inch stained oak sill, primed pine reveals, and 3-inch casing with a matching apron.

Thanks for following along through all…… 10 reels.

06/07/2026

Reel 9 of 10 – Installing the Window Casing

Now it’s time to install the 3” primed pine casing. I start by rough-cutting the side pieces to length, then hold them in place at the window to mark the miters and take a measurement for the header. Once the measurements are confirmed, I cut all the pieces to their final size.

To ensure tight joints, I assemble the casing on the floor using CA glue at the miters and reinforce each corner with a pin nail. With the casing assembled, it’s ready for installation around the window.

Next up, and the final step of the series: cutting and installing the apron beneath the window sill.

06/07/2026

Reel 8 of 10. Installing the primed pine window reveals.
I start by cutting the reveals to length and checking the fit. Once I’m happy with the fit, I apply construction adhesive and secure them in place. The reveals cover the foam insulation around the window, creating a clean transition between the window frame and the finished trim. With the reveals installed, the window is ready for casing in the next step.

06/06/2026

Reel 6 of 10

With the window sill fully assembled and sanded, it’s time for finish.

I start by applying the stain and letting it sit for a few minutes to pe*****te the wood before wiping away the excess. Once the stain has dried, I mix up the lacquer and apply the first two coats.

After the lacquer has cured, I lightly sand the surface to remove any dust nibs and leave it smooth to the touch. Then it’s a thorough clean-up: vacuum the surface, wipe it down with a tack cloth, and apply the final coat of pre-catalyzed lacquer.

The result is a durable finish that highlights the grain and brings out the warmth of the wood.

06/05/2026

Reel 4 of 9

Cutting the finger-joint profile and preparing the oak components for the sill glue-up.

06/04/2026

Reel 3 of 9 – Building the Oak Window Sill

This reel starts with a quick look at the finished window, complete with the oak sill, casing, reveals, and apron installed.

Then we head back to the workshop to build the sill. The main body of the sill is made from 3/4” material, with a solid 1-1/2” x 1-1/2” hardwood front edge added for strength and a more substantial profile. This is also the same thickness as the shelves on the bar.

All of the joints are cut using a finger-joint profile to maximize glue surface and create a strong, stable assembly. After machining the parts, everything is glued up and clamped into a single solid sill blank.
(That small piece i added at the back was insurance to make sure the sill was wide enough. As it happed, i ended up cutting off this piece when i came to the install. Better to have it and not need it.)

The final shots show the completed glue-up, followed by some hand-planing to flatten one of the joints ( not sure why it wasn’t flush) and bring the surface flush before sanding it smooth and preparing it for installation.

06/04/2026

Reel 2 of 9 – Sealing the Drafts

Before the new trim can be installed, it’s worth taking a close look at what’s hidden behind the existing drywall returns.
In this case, a cobweb made it easy to spot a steady draft coming in around the side of the window.

Using a reusable foam gun, I’m sealing the gaps to stop unwanted air infiltration and improve the window’s performance before the new reveals go in.

Sometimes the best finish work starts with the details nobody will ever see.

06/04/2026

Reel 1 of 9 – Window Trim Detail

This is the first in a 9-part series showing the transformation of a plain drywall-wrapped window into a custom-trimmed feature.

The finished window will include a solid oak sill stained to match the bar, primed pine reveals, 3” casing, and a matching apron.

But before any of that can happen, the existing drywall returns need to be removed.

Stay tuned for the next step..

A small detail that adds warmth, character, and a finished look to the space.

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