Easy Window Project Fireplace Decor

This easy window project will decorate your fireplace when it’s not in use. I updated the facade of my fireplace many years ago. It’s no longer a working fireplace, but I’m okay with that. I recently shared some spindle candlesticks for my fireplace. For the last couple of years, I’ve used a shutter fireplace screen. After seeing a pretty fireplace screen from my friend Diane (In My Own Style) on pinterest, I knew it was time for a change.

Easy Window Project

 

It just so happened that I had everything I needed on hand.

Supplies for Fireplace Window

First, I went to the window department in the wood shed. My fireplace box is really, really large. It measures about 32 x 36. I didn’t have a window that large, so I chose the best suited size I had on hand.

What you will need to make this easy window project:

• Window
• Paint
• Small wooden brackets (4)
• Sandpaper
• Scraper
• Paint
• Painter’s Caulk
• Spray Paint
• Screwdriver

Luckily, I had all of this on hand. It’s one of the perks for being a junk collector!

Clean The Window

Because the window had been stored in the wood shed, it was pretty dirty and dusty.

 

I used a hose to knock off the dirt, then a rag to dry it.

Remove hardware and more

It’s best to remove the hardware and rope pulls before painting your window.

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Tip for storing hardware

How many times have you misplaced hardware and such while working on a project? I’m lost stuff many times. I’ve learned to be more careful with knobs, handles and such. While I was working on this easy window project I wanted to make sure that my hardware didn’t get misplaced.

 

Scrape or Sand Away old Paint

Old windows may have layers of old paint. Use caution, if you suspect lead paint, use a lead paint test kit.

 

Here’s a sneak peek into my kitchen island. It doesn’t hold the regular cooking utensils, but all the tools I need for a quick project done in the kitchen. It’s been too hot to work outdoors.

Paint Easy Window Project

Old windows are notorious for having less than perfect glazing. To make it less noticeable, I chose to paint onto the glass. I chose a nice Purdy paint brush for the job.

Small Wooden Brackets

I got a great deal on these wooden brackets before Vendors’ closed. I’ve been waiting for the perfect project! They were already white, but I gave them a fresh coat to make sure they matched the window for the fireplace.

Spray Paint Hardware

Due to some windy weather, I had to place the hardware in a cardboard box in order to use the spray paint. I really liked how the original black hardware looked, I decided to stay with the contrasting black.

Scrape Paint from Window Project Glass

A razor blade made scraping the new paint off the window pane a breeze. I only painted the front side of the window. The glazing wasn’t worth disturbing.

Painter’s Caulk Improves Look of Window Pane

After scraping the paint off the window, the old glazing was showing through the back. I used a small bead of painter’s caulk in the joint where the window meets the trim.

Install/Adjust Wooden Brackets

The small wooden brackets were easily installed. I like that these brackets are adjustable. More about that later. Diane chose to install her brackets a little differently. I found that the way the screws are installed on the window frame make the brackets adjustable. The four brackets were installed identically, but then when I placed the window into the fireplace, it was off kilter. Therefore I had to adjust the front brackets.

Let’s see if I can explain it. The length the screw travels in the little track is dependent on how much the screws stick out from the window.

Notice how the front brackets extend a little past the window frame. I suppose I could have raised the back braces instead of lowering the front ones.

Easy Window Project as a Fireplace Screen

So, it’s not really a fireplace screen, but more of a decorative option when your fireplace isn’t operational or in use. I’m so happy with how it turned out.

 

Won’t you share it on Pinterest with your friends?

Do you have windows in your stash? As you saw in the picture, I still have a lot to use for more projects!

gail

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