Wooden sash and case windows grace any household with lasting charm. Yet as the years pass, these beautiful windows inevitably require a little extra care and attention.
Sash cords snap and draught seals degrade while bottom rails gradually rot through years of neglect. The window rattles first, then sticks, then simply refuses to close properly!
Woodfellas has spent over two decades as timber sash and case window specialists, helping Scottish homes throughout Callander from our workshop.
We restore, and make bespoke replacements when a window is beyond saving.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or via our website contact page to arrange a complimentary visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title reflects how the system operates.
The sash is the moveable glass panel. The case is the empty box frame built within the wall around the window opening.
Inside each case sit two weights, one designated for the upper sash and another for the lower. These weights are suspended on sash cords that pass over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the counterweights drop 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 vertical direction.
Both sashes operate independently, giving you the freedom to open from the top, the bottom, or both at once. You enjoy excellent ventilation control throughout your home, and with no panel swinging into the room or out towards the street, it is as practical as it is smart!
When the mechanism is functioning correctly, you hardly give it a second thought.
When the cords break, as they commonly do after years of everyday use, the sash falls and remains in that position or becomes increasingly hard to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas make all the difference.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Each traditional sash window demands its own solution.
Our sash windows team in Callander spends time to understand the precise requirements of your windows before advising whether repair or full refurbishment is the most suitable course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
When a window remains structurally intact yet does not provide optimal performance, a full refurbishment presents itself as the most logical course of action.
Using joinery methods that complement traditional windows, our experienced craftsmen are able to upgrade your glazing and install draught-proofing throughout your home.
A carefully restored sash and case window in your Callander home should feel as though it was always intended to be there!
Effortless to operate, silent within its frame, and welcoming in the space it inhabits. This is the standard we work towards with every single installation.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains the most frequently undertaken repair within our service offering.
When the cords break, the weights stay idle inside the case with no link to the sash.
We open the pocket panel, remove the existing weights, install fresh sash cords, and ensure the pulleys are properly aligned and set.
Our team will thoroughly evaluate the overall condition of the entire window during every visit, ensuring that nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Bottom rail sections and sills bear the impact of Callander’s unforgiving climate.
Where the rot is restricted to part of the rail, we remove the affected timber and splice in new sections using matching traditional wood. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding timber and the remainder of the original window remains perfectly intact.
We are firmly of the opinion that a window which stays structurally sound should never be sacrificed simply because an isolated issue affects only one part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is no longer cost effective, we craft brand new sash windows to your precise requirements in our workshop and install them at your premises.
Every single replacement window is carefully crafted and made to measure in either hardwood or treated pine. We put in serious effort to replicate the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of your original windows!
As timber window manufacturers proudly based in Callander, we provide and fit new sash and case windows throughout the region, bringing together high-quality materials with time-honoured traditional techniques.
Our range of sash and case windows caters for everything from one single replacement sash right through to a full set of brand new windows for a listed building!
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are supplied as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Callander
Transform your property and enhance your everyday living experience with the classic elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units have a slim sealed design that sits neatly within the original glazing rebate, leaving the sash profile and glazing bar pattern completely unchanged.
From the exterior, the timber window appears identical to the original.
Find out how homeowners throughout Callander are choosing double glazing upgrades for their traditional sash and case windows!
Energy efficiency
Our service offers a noticeable improvement to your home’s energy efficiency.
This means you’ll see a real decrease in your energy bills, since your heating system will not need to work as hard to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
Reducing sound is an additional advantage homeowners notice fast.
Double glazed sash windows significantly minimise noise transmission for homes on roads with heavy traffic or close to main junctions.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s stunning architecture carries an remarkable depth of historical heritage within it.
The character of conservation areas is something worth preserving with great care, and sash and case windows form a meaningful part of that architectural identity. Protect the integrity of your property through expert timber window restoration carried out by Woodfellas.
If your property falls within one of these areas, or is a listed building, specific rules govern window replacement and must be understood before any work is commissioned.
We have delivered work on conservation area properties for over twenty years.
We understand what the council requires, how to handle the approval process, and how to restore or replace windows in a manner that meets those requirements without needless delays or revisions.
For a team that knows listed buildings and conservation area projects just as well as they know the windows themselves, reach out today to book a free site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Callander
Sash failing to remain in the raised position
Replacing broken sash cords is absolutely the commonest sash and case repair our experienced team tackles, and when the rest of the window is in good condition it is a very easy task for our professional crew!
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has either worn away 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!
Having draught proofing dealt with as part of a comprehensive service visit helps sort out all issues in a single , pleasing sweep.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
Where rot is confined to part of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and splice in new sections using matched material.
The rest of the original window remains completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years worth of paint layered upon the sash in an effort to shield it from Scotland’s constantly wet weather can cause it to become tightly sealed against the frame.
We release the sash gently, clean and prepare the surfaces carefully, make any required adjustments to the fit, and return the mechanism to proper working order.
The cords and pulleys are fully inspected throughout the process, sparing you from several repair jobs down the line.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes lose heat quickly and let street noise to come through directly. We upgrade to double glazing while keeping unchanged the visible profile of your window at all!
Sash and case windows Callander FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether to renovate or replace depends on the window’s existing condition. A sturdy box frame with structurally intact sashes makes refurbishment the sensible choice. You preserve good performance without sacrificing original character. Where the frame has significantly deteriorated or timber rot is irreparable, replacement becomes the more practical solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes! We use slim profile sealed units that fit perfectly within the existing glazing rebate without altering the sash or altering the glazing bar pattern. From the outside the window appears absolutely identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Callander
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Callander, whether repairs, restoration, or full replacement, Woodfellas is well equipped to help.
Give our friendly team a ring today and we will help you determine the best option for every window in your home. Every quote we offer is completely free, given in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will arrange everything around your schedule.
Every window and door is made right here in our very own premises using traditional techniques and installed by our own skilled joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us today on 07920 057592 or fill in the form on our contact page and we will respond within 24 hours.