Timber sash and case windows adorn many a property. Over time, however, these distinctive windows will require a little extra care and attention.
Sash cords snap and draught seals wear out while bottom rails start to rot through years of neglect. The window shakes first, then jams, then simply fails to close properly!
Woodfellas has spent over 20 years as timber sash and case window specialists, helping Scottish homes across Bloomfield from our workshop.
When restoring and repairs are not enough, we craft fully custom-made replacements, forming something new from the very essence of what once was.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or via our contact page to book a free visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title accurately reflects how the system operates.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass, whilst the case is the empty box frame that is constructed within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Housed within each case are two counterweights, one corresponding to the upper sash and one to the lower. These weights are suspended from sash cords that pass over pulley wheels positioned at the uppermost section of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the counterweights descend on the opposite side, when released allowing them to hold the sash firmly in place.
Whilst casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows slide smoothly in a vertical direction!
Both sashes operate independently of one another, allowing you to open the window from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. This provides your home with exceptional ventilation control, entirely without a panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is working flawlessly, you barely think about it twice!
When the cords eventually fail, as they commonly do following years of regular use, the sash will either simply drop and remain in that lowered position or become progressively difficult to operate.
That’s where Woodfellas steps in.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window needs an exact solution.
Our Bloomfield sash window team carefully assesses your window requirements to determine whether repairs or refurbishment is the right solution for you.
Window draught-proofing
When a window remains structurally intact yet fails to deliver on performance, a complete renovation becomes the most sensible and most rewarding course of action.
Our expert craftsmen use traditional joinery techniques perfectly suited to period windows, improving your glazing and fitting comprehensive draught-proofing throughout your home.
A beautifully restored sash and case window in your Bloomfield property should appear as though it has always been exactly as it was meant to be.
Every installation we perform is driven by the goal of easy use, silent installation work and a welcoming ambience within the area.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains our most commonly carried out repair.
When the cords fail, the weights remain idle inside the case with no link to the sash.
We reach the pocket piece, remove the weights, install fresh sash cords, and set the pulleys accurately.
Our staff will consistently inspect the full state of your window while on site, so absolutely nothing at all gets missed!
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills bear the greatest brunt of Bloomfield’s harsh climatic conditions.
Where the rot is limited to just one section of the rail, we carefully take out the damaged timber and insert fresh new sections using carefully matched traditional wood. The repair sits naturally with the surrounding timber and the rest of the original window remains fully intact!
We hold firmly to the belief that there is simply no reason to replace a window that is still structurally sound simply because one portion of it has developed an issue.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond economical repair, we craft brand new sash windows to your exact specifications right in our own workshop and supply and fit them at your property!
Every replacement window is precision crafted and made to measure in hardwood or treated pine. We meticulously match the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original.
As timber window manufacturers based in Bloomfield, we supply and install new sash and case windows throughout the region, utilising premium materials and traditional craftsmanship techniques.
From a single replacement sash to a full range of new windows for a listed building, our sash and case window range has all requirements covered.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are included as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Bloomfield
Elevate both the visual appeal and everyday comfort of your home with carefully crafted double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units are slim-profile sealed units that fit within the original glazing rebate without changing the sash profile or glazing bar pattern.
From the outside, the window appears identical to the original!
Here is the reason property owners across Bloomfield are selecting double glazing for their traditional sash and case windows.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a substantial boost to your home’s energy efficiency.
This means your heating system operates far less to keep a comfortable temperature, which straight away results in lower energy bills for you!
Noise reduction
Reduced sound is an additional benefit that homeowners tend to notice almost immediately.
Living on a heavily trafficked road or near a large junction, double glazed sash windows offer a noticeable decrease in the level of noise that gets through.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is as breathtaking as it is steeped in centuries of extraordinary history.
The character of a building contains stories worth preserving, and sash and case windows are woven deeply into that living narrative. Rely on Woodfellas to honour that story through specialist timber window restoration.
If your property is located within one of these designated areas, or if it holds listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are specific and need to be understood before any work is commissioned.
We have been working on properties situated within conservation areas for over twenty years.
We understand precisely what the council requires, how to navigate the consent process with assurance, and how to restore or renew windows in a manner that satisfies every requirement without needless delays or repeated correspondence.
For a team that is familiar with listed buildings and conservation area work just as intimately as they understand the windows themselves, reach out today to book a complimentary site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Bloomfield
Sash not staying in the raised position
Replacing faulty sash cords is the repair our experienced team performs most frequently on sash and case windows, and provided the window is generally in good condition, it is a entirely simple task for our skilled professionals.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has either deteriorated or was never fitted at all. A sash and case window suffering from draughts will also tend to rattle noisily in the wind due to this very gap!
With draught-proofing included as part of a service package helps address all concerns in one go.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash represents the most vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
Where rot is limited to part of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and insert new sections using matched material.
The remainder of the original window is left completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years and years of paint layered onto the sash to protect it from Scotland’s persistent wet weather can end up sealing it firmly to the frame!
We release the sash from its housing, carefully clean the contact surfaces, refine the fit where required, and return the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are inspected throughout the procedure, sparing you multiple repair visits.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes allow heat to escape fast and allow street noise to pass straight through. We upgrade to double glazing without changing the visible profile of your window in any way!
Sash and case windows Bloomfield FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether refurbishment or replacement is the best way forward depends entirely upon the condition of the existing window structure. If the box frame remains sound and the sashes are structurally intact, refurbishment presents itself as a thoroughly sensible choice, providing a window that performs beautifully whilst preserving every last trace of its original character. However, when the frame has deteriorated severely or the timber has rotted beyond any hope of repair, replacement becomes the far more practical and logical course of action.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slim-profile sealed units that fit within the existing glazing rebate without widening the sash or altering the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window looks identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Bloomfield
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Bloomfield, from restoration and repair through to complete replacement, Woodfellas has the experience to look after everything.
Contact with our knowledgeable team today and we will walk you through the best suited solution for every window in your home. Every quotation we offer is complimentary, presented in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation. Should you choose to proceed, we will sort everything out entirely to suit your schedule.
Every window is crafted in our own workshop using traditional methods and installed by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Reach out to us today by calling 07920 057592 or by completing the form found on our contact page, and a member of our team will respond to you within 24 hours.