A simple fix for old windows that won’t stay open
Every old house has a few. The sash creeps down on its own, and you end up wedging it with whatever’s handy. The Window Stik does the job right. It’s a stepped stick that holds the window open in four positions, so you set the height you want and leave it.
It’s made of solid Accoya, a wood that stands up to weather and moisture, so it lasts. You can even set it inside the window where little hands can’t yank it out and let the sash crash down. There’s a hole at the top so you can hang it right by the window and never go looking for it.
Sizes and finish
- 16″ height with 4″ between each step
- Four holding positions
- Choose Natural, Stained, or White
Frequently asked questions
How do you prop open a window that won’t stay up?
The Window Stik holds the sash open for you instead of wedging it with a book or a paint can. It is a stepped stick that holds the window open in four positions, so you set the height you want and leave it. It is 16 inches tall with 4 inches between each step.
How do you keep an old window from sliding down on its own?
Set The Window Stik under the sash and it holds the window at the height you choose, in any of four positions, so the sash will not crash down. You can even set it inside the window where little hands cannot pull it loose.
What is The Window Stik made of?
It is made of solid Accoya, a wood that stands up to weather and moisture, so it lasts indoors and out. There is also a hole at the top so you can hang it right by the window and never go looking for it.
What finishes does The Window Stik come in?
You can choose Natural, Stained, or White. Each one is 16 inches tall with 4 inches between each step and holds the window in four positions.
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