We recently replaced a basement window and the window was slightly smaller than the last one. Therefore we had to add pieces of wood to the frame to make the window fit properly. When the original window was done they used quickset to protect the window frame on the outside from the elements of the weather (where the frame would have been exposed). Should I do the same? Or should I try some type of molding?Thanks!
if the general surface is in good condition but with cracks, may be consider cleaning out the cracks and filling with mastic, rather than sand and cement, if there is any pattern in the render see if you can match it with the mastic (which will allow some movement) then when it is painted it will look all the same. worth thinking about, it would still be waterproof and cost less in materials labour and time.
It's best not to use any type of wood around basement windows. Cement bricks work well for in-filling around windows. Ridgid foam along with spray foam also work well to infill gaps around window prior to being covered with cement mortar. Pressure treated wood is an option. I personally don't like to use it on a clients home. Because it will eventually rot (usually along the bottom) due to it's close proximity to the ground and mositure within the existing wall. Use a cement mortar around the the window.
