Timber sash and case windows can really transform any household. But over time, these wonderful windows will need a little extra attention and care!
Sash cords snap and draught seals deteriorate while bottom rails start to rot after years of neglect. The window rattles first, then jams, then eventually fails to close properly altogether.
Woodfellas have been relied on timber sash and case window experts serving Scottish homes throughout Cardonald from our workshop for more than two decades!
When a window is irreparable, we repair, and also make bespoke replacement units to measure.
Reach us on 07920 057592 or contact us via our contact page to arrange a free visit and detailed quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title explains the purpose.
The sash is the moveable glass panel. The case is the hollow box frame constructed within the wall around the window opening.
Housed within each case are two weights, one dedicated to the upper sash and one to the lower, both suspended from sash cords that pass over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Lift the lower sash and the counterweights drop on the opposite side, when released allowing them to hold the sash firmly in place.
Sash and case windows move vertically, whereas casement windows open outward on hinges.
Both sashes operate independently, letting you open from the top, the bottom, or both at once. You get precise ventilation control with no panel swinging inward or outward.
When the mechanism operates correctly, you hardly notice it at all.
When the cords snap, as they often do after years of use, the sash falls and stays stuck or becomes difficult to operate.
That’s exactly where Woodfellas come into their own!
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window calls for the same approach!
Our sash windows team in Cardonald takes the time to truly appreciate the specific requirements of your windows, ensuring they can recommend with confidence whether a repair or a full refurbishment is the best suited course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
When a window remains structurally intact yet does not provide best performance, a complete refurbishment presents itself as the most sensible course of action.
Our skilled craftsmen use traditional joinery techniques perfectly suited to period windows, upgrading your glazing and fitting comprehensive draught-proofing across your home.
A sensitively restored sash and case window in your Cardonald home ought to feel as though it could never have been anything other than just as it is.
Effortless to operate, quiet within the frame, and inviting in the space. That is the level we strive towards on every instance.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement is the most frequent repair job we get called out for!
When the cords snap, the weights remain idle within the case with no connection to the sash whatsoever.
We access the pocket panel, remove the existing weights, replace with fresh sash cords, and ensure the pulleys are properly aligned and set.
Our staff will always inspect the full state of your window while onsite, so completely nothing at all gets missed!
Timber repairs
Cardonald’s bottom rails and sills bear the worst weather conditions.
Where the rot is restricted to part of the rail, we take out the affected timber and splice in new sections using matching traditional wood. The repair blends perfectly with the surrounding timber and the remainder of the original window remains completely intact.
We are strongly of the opinion that there is no need to sacrifice a window that remains structurally sound simply because an isolated issue affects only one section of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is past economical repair, we make new sash windows to your precise specifications within our workshop and supply and install them at your property.
Every replacement window is carefully crafted and tailor made in hardwood or treated pine. We take great care to recreate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As timber window manufacturers proudly rooted in Cardonald, we make and fit new sash and case windows across the region, respecting traditional techniques and using only the highest quality materials.
Our range of sash and case windows covers everything from a single replacement sash through to a full set of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and improved security hardware are included as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Cardonald
Transform your property and elevate your day-to-day living experience with the classic elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our sealed units are slim-profile sealed units that fit neatly within the original glazing rebate, requiring no alteration to the sash profile or the glazing bar pattern.
From the exterior, the timber window appears identical to the original.
Find out why homeowners across Cardonald are deciding to improve their classic sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a substantial improvement to your home’s energy efficiency.
This results in lower energy expenditure, as your heating system need not work as hard in order to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
Acoustic attenuation is another advantage that homeowners observe almost immediately.
Living on a busy road or near a large junction, double glazed sash windows provide a significant reduction in the level of noise that passes through.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is stunning, steeped in a rich history.
Conservation areas protect local character, and sash and case windows make up a vital part of that heritage. Preserve your building’s character through specialist timber window restoration by Woodfellas.
If your property falls within one of these designated areas, or if it holds listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are precise and must be understood before you go ahead with any work.
Our experience with properties within conservation areas covers more than twenty years.
We are aware of what the council requires, how to handle the approval process, and how to restore windows in a manner that meets every requirement without unnecessary delays or complications.
Reach out now for a free site visit and written quotation from a team whose experience in listed buildings and conservation area projects is matched only by their deep knowledge of the windows themselves.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Cardonald
The sash dropping down and refusing to stay up
Replacing broken sash cords is the most regular sash and case repair we undertake, and on an otherwise undamaged window it is a straightforward task for our experienced team.
Draughts and rattling
The weatherstripping seal between the sash and the frame has worn away or was not installed at all in the first place. A sash and case window with draughts will likewise tend to rattle when exposed to gusts, owing to the same gap.
Draught-proofing as part of a service package addresses all issues at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most highly vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
Where the rot is limited to a specific section of the rail, we cut away the damaged timber and fit fresh new sections using closely matched material!
The rest of the original window remains completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Many years of accumulated paint applied to safeguard the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can cause it to bond securely to the frame.
We loosen the sash carefully, clean and prepare the surfaces carefully, carry out any required adjustments to the fit, and return the mechanism to proper working order.
The cords and pulleys are inspected at every stage, spare you from having to carry out several repair jobs.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes are especially inefficient at retaining warmth and provide very little resistance to the intrusion of external street noise. Our upgrade to double glazing preserves the visible profile of your existing window frames completely.
Sash and case windows Cardonald FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether refurbishment or replacement is the right path forward depends entirely upon the condition of the existing window structure. When 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 much more practical and logical course of action.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slim profile sealed units that sit within the existing glazing rebate without any need to widen the sash or alter the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window appears the same to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Cardonald
Whatever your sash window needs in Cardonald, Woodfellas is fully ready to handle it, whether that means a repair, restoration, or full replacement!
Contact with our experienced team today and we will guide you through the most appropriate 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 arrange everything entirely to suit your schedule.
Every window is crafted in our own workshop using traditional methods and installed by our in-house joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact with us today by phoning 07920 057592 or by filling in the form found on our contact page, and a member of our team will get back to you within 24 hours.