I also can finally begin the construction process of my solar collection box. I have the storm windows on site already, so I can begin preparing those for the collector. First, I have to scrape off the loose paint and glazing on the framing of the storm windows. Most of it is loose, so it will take a long time. Then I will start the glazing process.

To give the putty that I line around the edges of the glass something to stick to, I first brush shellac on the bare wood all around the edges of the windows panes. Then I line the putty around the window which connects the glass to the wood frame. Once that's on, I can prime and paint over the putty and  the entire window frame. It will be the dark green tree color that matches the trim on my house, so as to create an aesthetically pleasing look for the solar collector.