Standard Window Stool Size

The stool should project 3 4 to 1 in.

Standard window stool size.

If apron tile or wall treatments have not been installed you will need to add the thickness of that application to your depth measurement. If the sizing is out of scale it draws the eye to the wrong area. Refresh your old double hung windows or add a touch of class to your casement windows by making your own window stools. Or if you want a little fancier stool rout the edges with a more decorative bit.

Most trim pieces graduate in 1 4 inch increments. To find the length of the stool make a mark 1 in. Awning windows are often used with other window styles and are easy to open and close. Standard door and window trim is typically 2 1 4 inches in width baseboard is about 3 inches and crown is about 4 1 2 inches.

Measure the depth of the window opening. Add 1 inch for all edge details except eased standard edge add 1 if you choose eased standard and dog ear. Standard measurements typically vary 1 16 inch or more. Mark a 3 4 x 3 1 2 in.

I try to make my stool 1 2 wider on each side of the casing and widest part of the stool 1 4 narrower than the casing 3 4 less than edge of stool. They can be opened even during a light rain and are considered weatherproof. A standard size awning window could have a width from 2 to 3 10. Beyond the casing on both sides.

After the stool material is cut to length round the edges and ends. Awning windows are hinged at the top and open outward allowing for ample ventilation. You can decide which looks best beyond each side casing. It s easy just follow these four steps.