Sealing Very Old Georgian Sash Window Temporarily

[RGG]

I've some very old sashes that I want to seal just for the winter and then remove the seal springtime.

I thinking about using caulk because it will be virtually invisible and don't really want to use tape or similar because it would be unsightly.

The problem with caulk / silicone and similar is that it would be difficult if not impossible to remove.

I've also tried paper mache without the glue but it didn't work very well to say the least.

Is there a "unicorn brand" gun applied sealant that can be applied and then pulled at one end and it magically lifts out in one piece?

I'm hoping for a miracle but would be interested if anyone has done this with success.

Any ideas welcome.

[gtb4]

I used white tack when I had this problem. It can leave a slightly greasy residue on the paint but that comes off fairly easily.

[RGG]

gtb4 said:

I used white tack when I had this problem. It can leave a slightly greasy residue on the paint but that comes off fairly easily.

Like blue tack but white?

[craigthecoupe]

gtb4 said:

I used white tack when I had this problem. It can leave a slightly greasy residue on the paint but that comes off fairly easily.

Thats canny, a neat little trick indeed.

[RGG]

craigthecoupe said:

gtb4 said:

I used white tack when I had this problem. It can leave a slightly greasy residue on the paint but that comes off fairly easily.

Thats canny, a neat little trick indeed.

I've just ordered 12 x 170g packs of "white" tack - £9.99p - 2Kg

Thanks to gtb4 for the lateral solution.

[trevt]

Long time since i had to do this but used something similar to this. Wasn't as unsightly or obvious as you would think, especially looking in.

https://www.dunelm.com/product/stormguard-secondar...

Added advantage of of giving "extra" on very thin glass singly glazing. We eventually replaced the windows with hardwood like for like sash (with stained glass at tops embedded in double glazed units)

[CambsBill]

I can't remember the brand but I've previously used a product which is like a reel of spongy silicon stuff and a wheel - you run the 'string' of silicon along the gap and use the wheel to push it into the gap. Virtually invisible once done and can just be pulled out when you don't need it.

Will see if I've got any left & update the post later if I find it

Edit: This is it. Other brands are probably available too.

https://www.gapseal.co.uk

Edited by CambsBill on Saturday 8th November 07:02

[RGG]

CambsBill said:

I can't remember the brand but I've previously used a product which is like a reel of spongy silicon stuff and a wheel - you run the 'string' of silicon along the gap and use the wheel to push it into the gap. Virtually invisible once done and can just be pulled out when you don't need it.

Will see if I've got any left & update the post later if I find it

Edit: This is it. Other brands are probably available too.

https://www.gapseal.co.uk

Edited by CambsBill on Saturday 8th November 07:02

Thanks for this suggestion.

I'll get hold of some and see how it goes.