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    Fixing sash cords

    I can actually re thread the cord through the holder but the problem is there isn’t any tension. Something wrong with the hardware at the top of the window (spring perhaps?). Just hoping it doesn’t blow up on me. One cord is still good and the window opens / stays up fine. But I’m selling the...
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    Fixing sash cords

    Thanks. Any idea where I can purchase that hardware? The windows are probably 25-30 years old.
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    Fixing sash cords

    I have an older metal window where the sash cord is broken. The sash cords are external and looks like coming from a horizontal box at the top of the window. There also isn’t any tension in the cord so I’m not sure if the mechanism needs repaired / replaced. Any idea how to repair it? One side...
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