

Take the left, middle and right height measurements and record the smallest number. To get the height of the rough opening, measure from the top edge to the bottom edge.This will ensure that the window you’re going to order will fit inside the rough opening. Measure the top, middle and bottom widths and then record the smallest number. Then, measure the width by placing your tape measure across the inner edges of the rough opening, from the left inner edge to the right inner edge. Start by removing the window trim to expose the edges of the rough opening.Measure the rough opening in three simple steps: When the full window is removed, a rough opening will look like an unfinished window, similar to the ones you might see in houses that are still under construction. It is usually one half or three-quarter inch larger than the actual window. The rough opening is the space where the window goes.
FULL FRAME WINDOW REPLACEMENT HOW TO
Measuring the Rough Openingīefore figuring out how to install full frame replacement windows, you first need to know how to accurately measure the window space, or what’s called the rough opening.

In this blog, we’ll show you how to measure for full frame replacement windows. There are several factors to consider when looking for replacements, such as the dimensions of the rough opening, and whether the window type is still functional, safe and energy-efficient. Getting full frame replacement windows means that instead of replacing just the panels or some parts, the entire window, down to the last screw, is removed and replaced with a new, full window, including the frame.

If you’re replacing old, faulty windows or are redesigning your home and want new windows to match your new design, you or your designer might opt for a full frame replacement.
