The original post: /r/diy by /u/eat-lightning on 2024-11-11 02:38:53.
I just had some of the exterior brick replaced on my house, including those around this basement glass block window. Because I’m going to replace this window in the spring, I had the bricklayers *not* mortar the bricks to the sides of the window. So, the window is currently being held in place by old, existing mortar on its top and bottom.
Because I’m not replacing this window until spring (probably April), today I stuffed caulk backer rod into the gaps on the sides to prevent drafts. Now, I want to keep moisture out.
I’ve seen tapes like “Gorilla All Weather Outdoor Waterproof Duct Tape,” but will it be easy to remove from the glass blocks and brick in the spring? I’ve also considered using plain ol’ duct tape. Thoughts?
TLDR: Can anyone recommend a brand and/or type of tape I can use to seal this window to the brick until spring — when I will remove the window and install a new one.
