Austin’s Glazier's Putty The Ultimate Choice for Historic Window Restoration
If you’re restoring historic wood or steel windows, glazing putty is your best friend. Modern glazing systems simply don’t offer the same versatility, aesthetic, and durability. Austin’s Glazier’s Putty, developed in collaboration with the Sarco Putty Company, is designed specifically for restorers who demand the highest quality.
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Why Choose Austin’s Glazier's Putty?
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Formulated for Performance: This putty is designed with the humid southern US in mind. Its unique formulation includes non-toxic mildew inhibitors, making it ideal for environments prone to mildew issues—a common problem with other putties.
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Quick Cure Time: Unlike DAP 33, which can take up to 2 weeks or longer to cure, Austin’s Glazier's Putty is ready to paint in just 2-3 days, saving you valuable time.
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Versatile Applications: Whether you’re working on steel or wood windows, Austin’s Glazier's Putty offers excellent adhesion and performance, even for in-situ glazing projects that other putties can’t handle.
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Easy to Tool and Apply: Designed to be user-friendly, this putty allows even novice glaziers to achieve professional results with ease. No more struggling with greasy, hard-to-manage compounds.
Performance Assessment Comparing Austin’s Glazier's to Others
Austin’s Glazier’s Putty outperforms in every category, from cure time to application. Its superior mildew resistance and rapid readiness for paint make it the top choice for professional restorers and DIYers alike.
| Feature | Austin's Glazier's Putty | Dap 33 | Sarco Dual Glaze |
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| Cure Time | 2-3 Days | 3 Weeks+ | 2-3 Weeks |
| Appplication | Easy and Smooth | Greasy, Difficult to Tool | Oilier, Messier |
| Mildew Resistance | High | Low | Moderate |
| Long-Term Flexibility | Excellent | Poor | Excellent |
| Ready for Paint | Quick | Very Slow | Slow |
| Overall Rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ |
FAQs Common Questions About Glazing Putty:
Austin’s Glazier’s Putty is a traditional compound used to seal individual panes of glass in wood and steel windows. It creates a watertight and airtight seal, making it ideal for window restoration projects.
Yes! Austin’s Glazier’s Putty is designed to work on both wood and steel windows, making it one of the most versatile putties available.
With proper maintenance, Austin’s Glaziers Putty can last between 10-30 years depending on climate, exposure, and upkeep.
The lifespan of Austin’s Glaziers Putty depends on climate, exposure to the elements, and maintenance. In hot, sunny climates, with no covering, it may last 10-15 years, while in cooler, protected areas, it can last up to 50 years.
Austin’s Glazier’s Putty is applied using a putty knife. A bed of putty is placed in the glazing rabbets before installing the glass, which is then pressed into the putty. The excess putty is removed, and the surface is smoothed out to create a beveled edge that allows water to shed easily.
Yes, cracked Austin’s Glazier’s Putty can be repaired. Putty may crack over time because it bridges two different materials, glass and wood, which expand and contract at different rates. It’s important to remove a good portion of the old putty before applying new putty to ensure a strong bond and long-lasting repair.
After applying Austin’s Glazier’s Putty, clean up the glass and putty surfaces using whiting, a soft bristle brush, and a light touch. This will remove any excess oils and prepare the putty for painting.
Yes, Austin’s Glazier’s Putty can be tinted by adding dry pigments before application, using pre-tinted putty, or by staining the putty after application but before it skins over.
Old glazing putty can be removed using a chisel and scraper, steam heat, or infrared heat. Each method has its own advantages depending on the type and condition of the putty, and Austin’s Glaziers Putty can be applied once the old putty is removed.ent
No, Austin’s Glazier’s Putty does not require priming before painting. However, it’s recommended to prime the wood rabbets before applying the putty to seal the wood and extend the putty’s life.
It is an easy to work, knife grade putty that delivers a smooth clean line with minimal effort on both wood and steel windows. It resists shrinking and wrinkling like other putties.
- Mildew resistant formula
- For glazing wood and steel sash
- Ready for paint in 2-7 days. (Note: Cooler climates increase curing time)
- Can be used for in shop or in-situ glazing
- Must be painted, but does not require priming
- Quart size ships in re-sealable press on top container
- Please recycle or re-use the containers after use.
- Best practices – Prime the wood prior to installing the putty to seal the wood and avoid it pulling oils out of the putty.
- Do not prime the putty itself once it is ready for paint. The putty should only get 2 top coats of paint and no primer.
Step-by-Step Guide How to Apply Glazing Putty:
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1. Prepare the Surface: Clean the glazing rabbet. Apply a wood primer to the glazing rabbet to seal the wood and prevent it from pulling oils out of the glazing putty. This ensures a stronger bond and prevents the putty from drying out prematurely. Apply a thin bed of Austin’s Glaziers Putty.
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2. Install the Glass: Press the glass into the putty bed, ensuring a tight seal.
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3. Secure with Glazing Points:Insert glazing points to hold the glass in place securely.
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4. Tool the Putty: Apply and smooth a beveled layer of putty on the glass edges, using a putty knife. Ensure clean, mitered corners for a professional look.
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5. Cure and Paint: Allow the putty to cure for 2-3 days or until a skin forms on the surface of the putty before applying paint to seal and protect.
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gary (verified owner) –
Absolutely the best putty I have ever worked with, Dap33 is in the trash can. Easy to apply, one drag with a sharp putty knife trims edge and smooths the finish at perfect angle with minimal mess or waste. Not cheap but saves time and effort, really a no fuss putty once you get the hang of it. 108 panes got me to near expert status.
Sean McLaughlin (verified owner) –
This stuff practically applies itself. It is so user friendly, I believe I could apply it blindfolded. Throw out the DAP crap & pick up a tub of this putty. And pick up some whiting while you’re at it. It cuts the skin time & cleanup time down dramatically.
Nancy Nyberg (verified owner) –
This was the first time I ever tried to glaze windows. I thought I would buy putty from an expert and I am happy that I did! I followed Scott’s instructions and it all worked out well. There is enough putty in this quart to glaze about six window panes. Unfortunately I have to glaze 48 window panes so need to get much, much, more.
James A. Hill (verified owner) –
Good workability, kind of oily but easy to use.
Staub Window Restorations LLC. (verified owner) –
Our company operates in the extreme weather conditions of New Orleans, LA. Finding a glazing putty that worked well with humidity, allowed us to work on site, and also was specifically designed with mildew in mind was hard to find (especially as the pandemic started our usual supply chain).
We gave Austin’s Glazier’s Putty a try and love it! The texture is great, it skins in 4-6 days as advertised, and is reasonable priced. We will continue to order from and make Austin’s our prime supply for our historic preservation needs.
Jeremy Brennan (verified owner) –
This is an excellent glazing putty. Skins over quickly so it can be painted in a few days. I am currently restoring a 38 opening 4 square home in Tulsa. Works great for reglazing in the shop on a work table. I am also doing a lot of reglazing with windows still in place. The only issue I have had is that when I first open the tub the glaze is too soft to make a ball or rope which makes vertical glazing more of a challenge. Letting stand open helps to firm it up as long as it doesn’t skin. Will be interesting to see how it does in the hot Oklahoma summer. May have to leave the tub open for a bit before a job so it’s not too soft. I think most glazes have this issue and it has not really hampered my progress much. Just harder the first time I open the tub. I use the one gallon size.
Austin Enterprises Group (verified owner) –
FYI, I have used it before and it is second to none as far as glazing goes! Thx for the exceptional product!
Steve