How To Repair A Rotted Window Sill Here

1️⃣ – Use a 5-in-1 tool or flathead screwdriver to dig out loose, decayed wood. 2️⃣ Treat the area – Apply wood hardener to stop remaining rot and prep for filler. 3️⃣ Fill deep holes – Use two-part epoxy wood filler (not standard putty). Overfill slightly. 4️⃣ Shape & sand – Once cured (24h), sand flush with the original profile. 5️⃣ Prime & paint – Use exterior primer + paint to seal against future moisture. 6️⃣ Add drip edge – Caulk the underside joint to shed water away.

⏱️ ~2 hours + drying 💰 Cost: ~$30–$50 (vs $500+ for replacement)

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👉 Save this for spring maintenance or tag a friend who needs to tackle that rotting sill before it reaches the frame.

Noticed soft, crumbly wood under your window? Don’t panic—and don’t call the carpenter just yet. Here’s how to repair a rotted window sill in 6 steps: 1️⃣ – Use a 5-in-1 tool or flathead

🎯 Check your window’s weep holes and caulk the top of the sill where water seeps in behind the paint.