ᐅ Reduce window size – not the opening

How could such deviations occur? I also think that modifying the windows would be too expensive. It would be better to enlarge the window openings instead. Expanding downwards is generally quite straightforward, while widening to the sides is more challenging but still possible. In any case, it will cost money.

During our renovation, we resized almost half of the windows and also installed some where there were no openings before. However, we have a partly timber-framed construction, which makes this really easy (since there are no lintels).

Eddy_Dominges schrieb:

The question of who is to blame doesn’t arise.

You wrote that you "are not interested in a legal dispute"...?

You cannot have the windows resized; the costs – if even possible – would probably be about the same as new windows. If the wall opening is widened, the lintel must also be enlarged; this would not have been an issue with “only” deeper windows, which is why my first thought went in that direction.

Eddy_Dominges schrieb:

I’m looking for a way to limit the damage.

Off the top of my head, I would suggest checking out swap groups; maybe someone just now has the size you need. Otherwise, sell them and reorder; the first setback is always the smallest pain.

Best regards, Bauexperte