Timber sash and case windows grace any household. With time, however, these remarkable windows require a degree of additional care and attention.
Sash cords snap and draught seals deteriorate while bottom rails begin to rot through years of neglect. The window shakes first, then sticks, then simply refuses to close properly!
Woodfellas are seasoned specialists in timber sash and case windows, working with Scottish homes throughout Auchinleck from our workshop for more than two decades.
When a window is beyond redemption, we repair, and even make entirely bespoke replacements to order.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or contact us via our contact page to arrange a complimentary visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title shows the purpose.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass itself, whilst the case is the hollow box frame that is built within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Inside every case sit two weights, one supporting the upper sash and one serving the lower. These are suspended from sash cords that pass over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Lift the lower sash and the counterweights descend on the opposite side, releasing it allowing them to hold the sash firmly in place.
Whilst casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows glide smoothly in a upward and downward direction.
Both sashes operate independently, allowing you to slip open the window from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. This offers your home with excellent ventilation control, entirely without a panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is working as it should, you hardly notice it is there.
When the cords break, as they commonly do after years of everyday use, the sash drops and remains in the position or becomes increasingly hard to operate.
That’s precisely where Woodfellas excel!
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window requires an identical solution.
Our sash windows team in Auchinleck takes the time to truly appreciate the specific needs of your windows, so that they can recommend with confidence whether a repair or a full refurbishment is the best suited course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
A complete window overhaul is the wise move when the existing frame is structurally solid yet just not performing as expected!
Our experienced tradesmen can improve your glazing and install draught-proofing across using traditional joinery methods ideal to traditional windows!
A expertly restored sash and case window in your Auchinleck home ought to feel as though it could never have been anything other than just as it is.
Easy to use, quiet in the frame, and warm in the room. That is the level we work to each time.
Sash cord and weight replacement
The replacing of sash cords is the most frequently performed repair in our day-to-day work.
When the cords break, the weights dangle unhelpfully inside the case with absolutely nothing linking them to the sash.
We reach the pocket piece, remove the existing weights, fit fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys accurately.
Our team will always check the full condition of your window while on site, so completely nothing gets missed!
Timber repairs
The bottom rails and sills take the full force of Auchinleck’s severe weather conditions.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the compromised timber is carefully removed and replaced with new sections inserted using matched traditional wood. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding material, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved entirely intact.
We think there is no need to sacrifice a structurally sound window over a fault that affects only a section of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is no longer a economical option, we make brand new sash windows to your precise requirements within our workshop and fit them at your property.
Every single replacement window is carefully crafted and made to measure in either hardwood or treated pine. We apply serious effort to match the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of your original windows!
As timber window manufacturers situated in Auchinleck, we install new sash and case windows throughout the region, employing premium materials and traditional craftsmanship.
Our selection of sash and case windows encompasses everything from a single replacement sash through to a complete set of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are provided as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Auchinleck
Improve your home and daily comfort with double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units remain slim profile sealed units that sit neatly within the original glazing rebate without altering the sash profile or the glazing bar pattern.
From the exterior, the timber window appears identical to the original.
Here is the explanation why property owners across Auchinleck are choosing to replace their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers a substantial improvement to energy efficiency.
This translates directly into reduced energy bills, as your heating system no longer needs to labour as intensely to keep a warm and comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
Sound attenuation is another advantage that homeowners notice very quickly.
Double glazed sash windows substantially minimise noise transmission for households on roads with heavy traffic or by main junctions.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is equally breathtaking as it is steeped in centuries of extraordinary history.
Preserving the distinctive character of our built heritage is exactly what conservation areas are designed to achieve, and sash and case windows form an essential part of that cherished identity. Trust Woodfellas to honour that heritage through expert timber window restoration.
Should your property fall within one of these designated areas, or also hold listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are precise and carry significant weight prior to commissioning any works.
We have carried out work on conservation area properties for more than twenty years.
Having developed a thorough understanding of council expectations, we are ideally placed to take you through the consent process and carry out window restoration or replacement work that fulfils all requirements effectively and without unnecessary delays.
For a team that is familiar with listed buildings and conservation area work just as intimately as they understand the windows themselves, get in touch today to book a free site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Auchinleck
Sash failing to hold its position when lifted
Replacing faulty sash cords is the repair our professional team performs most often on sash and case windows, and provided the window is generally in good condition, it is a perfectly simple task for our experienced professionals.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has either deteriorated or was simply never installed. A sash and case window suffering from draughts will also tend to rattle noisily in the wind due to that very same gap!
Draught proofing as part of a package sorts help solve all problems at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash represents the weakest part of a sash and case window.
Where the rot is limited to a particular section of the rail, we cut away the damaged timber and fit fresh new sections using carefully matched material!
The rest of the existing window remains totally undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of accumulated paint applied to protect the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can make it bond securely to the frame.
We free the sash, carefully clean every surface, make any necessary adjustments to the fit, and return the mechanism to proper working order!
The cords and pulleys are checked throughout the process, spare you from having to undertake several repair jobs.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes are particularly inefficient at retaining warmth and offer very little resistance to the intrusion of external street noise. Our upgrade to double glazing preserves the visible profile of your existing window frames entirely.
Sash and case windows Auchinleck FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether to restore or replace depends on the window’s existing condition. A sturdy box frame with sound sashes makes refurbishment the best choice. You maintain good performance without losing original character. Where the frame has significantly deteriorated or timber rot is beyond repair, replacement becomes the more practical solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes! We fit slim profile sealed units that fit perfectly within the existing glazing rebate without widening the sash or changing the glazing bar pattern. From the outside the window looks absolutely identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Auchinleck
Should you find yourself in need of a sash repair, restoration, or full replacement in Auchinleck, Woodfellas possesses the expertise to manage every aspect with attention.
Reach out to our friendly team today and we will assist you in finding the ideal solution for every window in your home. All quote we offer is free, written, and comes with completely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to proceed, we will organise everything around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our own workshop using traditional methods and fitted by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Reach out us today by phoning 07920 057592 or just fill in the form on our contact page and we will respond to you within 24 hours.