That s what actually when i say brick mold that s what it s called.
Exterior window gap filler.
And very often with the old wood windows there is a brick mold.
I bought a 1 2 inch backer rod and that seems the right size however the hole is really deep and gets a lot wider about 1 2 inch in.
These strong and effective wood fillers will suit any project whether softwood or hardwood window sills new or old wooden window frames.
Great stuff big gap filler insulating foam sealant is an expanding foam sealant that fills seals and insulates gaps up to 3 inches.
Now when it comes through the wall there probably in the old window design was a brick mold or a trim that went around the outside of that window that was wider.
Caulk is intended for use on relatively narrow seams typically 1 4 wide or tighter.
It s called brick mold and it s a type of wood trim that s about 2 to 2.
Don t use caulk as a filler for poorly trimmed out windows.
This ready to use sealant is specially formulated to take on common areas of energy loss such as rim joists sill plates plumbing hvac and other larger penetrations.
A range of window fillers for filling gaps cracks and holes in wooden window frames and sills in preparation for refinishing with an interior wood oil stain or other suitable wood finish.