uPVC Window tools to remove glass unit - where can you buy them?

isofa

What are the thin, but non-marking tools called which are used to fit between the window frame and the bevelled housing which are thin enough to squeeze in-between and pop out the bevelling, so that then the glass unit can be removed (from the inside) of uPVC frames?

(You can then remove the glass unit, or add some packers to push out the frame etc. Then replace the bevelling tapping back with a non-marking hammer.)

The tools are thin like wall paper scrapers (but thinner), but I assume made from a non marking plastic.

And also where can you buy them from?

Thanks :beer:

SatanicHare

I use a Don Carlos (moon) knife, be very very careful if you decide to buy one though as they are extremely sharp, i blunt mine before use as i've seen some nasty accidents, they are however ideal for removing beads
http://www.sparksdirect.com/acatalog/Glazing_Knives__Sucker_Pads_and_Shovels.html

thebaldwindowfitter

you are talking about a glazing shovel and theses on there own will not remove glazing beeds as suggested a don carlos knife is best .glazing shovel is used for packing only

isofa

Terrific guys, I'm sure a pallet knife will do the trick, it's exactly what the fitters use when they come out to fix our windows (which is a constant issue, as the don't seem to have been put in properly. Never seen one wield those sharp knives!

I'll avoid the Don Carlos knife, looks vicious!

Will give it a go and let you know!

markie1980

Start in the centre of one of the longest beads and pop it out, then start on the exposed end of next bead and work your way around.
If you are right handed, finish on the right hand bead so you can have your elbow/shoulder/body against the glass while you remove the bead, put your tools down and get ready to lift the glass out.

isofa

Cheers markie