A rosewood handle glazing putty knife for window work
Glazing a window takes a knife that tracks a clean line. This one has a straight blade for bedding panes and tooling putty down the glass, and a rosewood handle that gives you the steady control the job needs.
It’s made for historic window glazing, the kind of work where the putty bevel has to look right and hold. If you reach into a corner or want a curved profile, the bent version of this knife is the companion to it.
Frequently asked questions
What is a glazing knife used for?
A glazing knife is used to bed window panes and tool glazing putty along the glass. This one has a straight blade for bedding panes and tooling the putty down the glass so the bevel tracks a clean line. It is built for historic window glazing work.
What kind of handle does this putty knife have?
It has a rosewood handle that fits the hand. The handle is sized for the steady control glazing takes, so the putty bevel can be tooled to look right and hold.
What is the difference between a straight and bent glazing knife?
A straight knife tracks a clean line along the glass for bedding panes and tooling putty down the glass. If you need to reach into a corner or want a curved profile, the bent version of this knife is the companion to it.
Glazing a window? These hands-on guides from The Craftsman Blog walk you through choosing your putty and tooling a clean, lasting bead.
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The Ultimate Guide to Glazing Putty
If you're restoring wood or steel windows, you're going to be working glazing putty, and this is the comprehensive guide to it. It covers the products, the working properties, and the technique. A great read before you pick up a putty knife.
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5 Secrets to Glazing Windows
Crisp, clean glazing lines are what separate a pro job from an amateur one, and these five secrets get you there. The best part: putty can be reworked until you're happy. A great read before you pick up your putty knife.
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How To: Glaze Wood Windows
Knowing how to glaze wood windows is essential old-house skill, and it's simpler than it looks with a little practice. This walkthrough covers the whole process. The right putty knife makes all the difference.